‘Code Vein’ Latest News, Update: Finally Good Enough for Public Test, Bastard Child of Anime and Dark Souls

The anime-inspired version of “Dark Souls” called “Code Vein” was supposed to have come out sooner, but it was delayed for the best of reasons; improving the game. With the network test for the game coming up, it would seem that Bandai Namco finally believes that it is ready. Is the game finally coming out on its own instead of being a copycat?

In a recent interview, producer Keita Iizuka explained quite a few things about “Code Vein,” GameSpot reports. He noted that the game was not exactly how they wanted it yet, which is why it was delayed.

"After the dev team really came together and discussed--we felt that the appeal of Code Vein and what was really good about Code Vein was just not there, not enough. So we really wanted to brush up those elements so that the users can really get immersed and really feel what's so good and unique about the aspects of Code Vein a lot deeper, a lot stronger. So that's why we took some extra time to deliver," Iizuka explained.

One of the most interesting aspects to “Code Vein” is the Blood Codes system, which is basically how gamers can change their playstyles. Izuka talked a little about that, as well.

"This aspect of being able to freely create your playstyle and the flexibility of playstyles--this is something that was already in the works since the initial stages, but we wanted to focus on that aspect--to enhance it and brush it up a lot--so that the player can have more freedom and flexibility in how they play the game," he said.

This is why the network test for “Code Vein” is such a good chance for gamers to take a look at what it can actually offer. The sign-up is already live, so anyone interested in taking it out for a spin will be able to do that now.