Bandai dips its hands into various action games and Soulslikes. So it’s good to see the studio hasn’t overlooked how popular and successful the first Code Vein was, which is why so many of you are looking for the Code Vein 2 release date and times—which is covered here.
The original Code Vein is one of the wackier Soulslikes in recent memory. It didn’t hit all the high notes with critics, but fans saw through the game’s flaws enough to help the game ship a few million copies, making a sequel a no-brainer. You asked for it, you got it, and here’s everything you need to know about the Code Vein 2 launch.
Code Vein 2 Release Date
Bandai’s Code Vein 2 has a January 29 release date, making it the first big Soulslike launch of the year.
If you want to lay down a marker for the rest of the year, this is how you do it. Code Vein 2 has crept in front of Nioh 3 and is taking the first step for Soulslikes in 2026.
The difficulty of this (not the game’s inevitable difficulty) is that it needs to be memorable enough to be talked about come the end of the year. If Code Vein 2 is anything like the first game, this shouldn’t be an issue.
With a more open world to explore and a motorcycle to help you do so, expect a wider and wilder experience this time around.
Code Vein 2 Release Times, Explained
Code Vein 2 should be launching for all players on January 29 at 3 PM PT, with other regions releasing slightly at different times.
Start your Code Vein 2 preparations now with the table below, showing key regions and time zones around the world for the game’s launch.
Let IG know if you want more time zones added.
| Time Zone | Code Vein 2 Release Times & Dates |
|---|---|
| Pacific Time (PT) | 3:00 PM—January 29 |
| Central Time (CT) | 5:00 PM—January 29 |
| Eastern Time (ET) | 6:00 PM—January 29 |
| Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) | 11:00 PM—January 29 |
| Australian Eastern Time (AET) | 10:00 AM—January 30 |
| New Zealand Daylight Time (NZDT) | 12:00 PM—January 30 |
Are you a big Soulslike fan? Did you play the first Code Vein? Let the audience know how it compares to other souls games, and if you think Code Vein 2 could end up being one of 2026’s best, via the Insider Gaming Discord Server.
Also, if you are a Souls fan—or even if you’re not—have fun reading IG’s view on 6 things Soulslike games must stop doing.
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