Bandai Namco released the Code Vein II: Mask of Idris story expansion and the free Version 2.0 update on September 9, 2026, across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via Steam, according to publisher announcements. The DLC adds a history-altering storyline separate from the main campaign, alongside new partners, weapons, and challenge content in an alternate realm called the Forsaken World.
Exploring the Forsaken World and New Partners
According to Bandai Namco, the expansion takes place in the “Forsaken World,” a fragmented realm formed by the merged remnants of wiped-out timelines where players must stabilize the “Spindle of Pathos.” Two new companions join the roster: Liv Voda, a former guardian of the Temporal Rift and half-sister of Valentin Voda who wields a halberd, and an alternate-timeline version of Lou MagMell, whose backstory unfolds across the expansion.
Players unlock new weapons and Formae through progression, including the fiery greatsword Sword of Karma and Grave Knocker, a martial arts move that unleashes shockwaves to stagger groups of enemies. To access the Mask of Idris campaign, players must reach the Luna Fraterna ending of the main narrative and complete the sub-mission “Valentins request,” as reported by Bandai Namco. Finishing the expansion unlocks alternate-colored clothing for all 14 partner characters.
Pro Tip: Completing the Mask of Idris expansion carries over alternate-colored outfits for your partner characters into subsequent playthroughs, though cutscenes will default to standard partner appearances during specific narrative moments, according to Bandai Namco Europe.
Version 2.0 Features, Jadwiga, and Story-Focused Mode
Released simultaneously with the DLC, the free Version 2.0 update introduces “The Age of Harmony,” a post-game epilogue featuring new short episodes for every partner that reward players with a new blood code, per official patch notes. The update also adds “Trials of Remembrance,” a boss-rush mode that grants materials for more than 90 customization parts based on bosses and enemies.
The witch Jadwiga joins the playable roster as a full partner after players finish her episode in The Age of Harmony. Previously limited to assimilation summons, she fights using a greatsword and mid-range Formae. Additional Version 2.0 inclusions feature a Story-Focused Mode that lowers exploration and boss difficulty, a jukebox containing music from Code Vein, Code Vein II, and God Eater, a Legacy shader for anime-style visuals, and photo mode expansions with over 30 new poses and 20 frames. Steam versions also gain support for NVIDIA DLSS Frame Generation and NVIDIA Reflex.
Did you know? To access The Age of Harmony content in Version 2.0 without replaying the entire game, players on a new game plus who have already reached the “Miraculous Bonds” ending can skip ahead by touching a special bond appearing in MagMell, according to Bandai Namco Europe.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I access the Mask of Idris expansion?
According to Bandai Namco, players must reach the Luna Fraterna ending in the main game and progress through the side request involving Valentin before starting the DLC.
What platforms received the Version 2.0 update?
Version 2.0 launched on September 9, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via Steam.
Who are the new partners introduced in the update and DLC?
The Mask of Idris DLC introduces Liv Voda and an alternate timeline version of Lou MagMell, while the Version 2.0 update adds the witch Jadwiga as a fully contractable partner.
What does the Story-Focused Mode do?
The Story-Focused Mode enhances player status and lowers the difficulty of exploration and boss battles, and can be toggled on or off at any time from the Options menu.
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