Walkthrough

Your friendly guide to Code Vein's character creation and the very start of your journey. Learn about customization and the first steps after the tutorial.

Alright, let's get you started with Code Vein! Before we dive deep into the walkthrough, I highly recommend checking out the game mechanics explanation. The in-game tutorial can be a bit light, and understanding the core systems will make things much smoother.

This walkthrough will cover the main story and all four endings. For boss strategies, I'll offer some effective tips for the initial playthroughs. However, be warned: New Game Plus (NG+) and beyond ramp up the difficulty significantly, especially for bosses. For those later stages, I really suggest looking up YouTube videos and just practicing those boss patterns until you get them down. The builds section can also be a lifesaver for NG+.

Important Note: As of version 1.20, Code Vein has seen some balance changes. Some strategies in this guide might not be as effective or relevant anymore, so keep that in mind.

Character Creation

Honestly, you could spend hours in the character creator – it's that deep! You can customize almost everything: hair, face, voice, clothes, mask, eyes (both individually!), eyebrows, physique, and gender. Plus, there's a huge range of accessories to play with. Version 1.20 actually added height and breast size customization, along with general body types, so you have even more options now!

Tutorial and Early Gameplay

Once you've crafted your perfect character and picked a name, the game will kick off with a tutorial covering the basic mechanics. This guide won't just repeat that info unless it's crucial for explaining other, less-obvious systems.

After the tutorial, you'll need to slowly make your way forward, following the girl who's with you. After a few cutscenes, you'll find yourself in a room with some NPCs you can chat with. When you're ready, head over to the desk to grab a mask. From there, you can either talk to the guy who was initially in front of you or head up the ladder to continue the story.

Next Up: Ruined City Underground (Act 1, Chapter 1)