Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 – everything we know

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Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 has had a mostly turbulent development. The game was slotted to be released in March 2020, but following several delays, the project has undergone some significant adjustments.

The main studio heading up the development of Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 is now The Chinese Room, and after a recent re-reveal, we now have a much clearer idea as to what the upcoming game will look like at launch. Given its peculiar development path, this article will focus entirely on the current state of Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines 2, as various aspects from gameplay to narrative elements have changed since the initial reveal.

Here’s everything you need to know about Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines 2, including a look at the new release window, details on gameplay, and when more information is likely to be released. As news on Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 continues to come out, you’ll find it covered here.

Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 – cut to the chase

  • What is it? A first-person vampire action-RPG
  • When does it come out? 2024
  • What can I play it on? PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S
  • Who is making it? The Chinese Room

Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 release window and platforms

Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 will launch in “2024”. This was the latest news on the game’s release that was announced during a re-reveal of the game in early September 2023. You’ll be able to play it on Windows PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PS5.

Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 trailers

The latest trailer for Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 was the new announcement trailer. It contains new gameplay details and a look at the new direction for the game. You can check it out below, in all of its bloody glory.

Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 gameplay

While we’ve not had much action up until now, we won’t have to wait all that long before we get to see proper Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 gameplay. There’s set to be a full gameplay reveal in January 2024, where we’ll get a look at how things have changed since the game’s initial reveal. Expect a robust character creator, different clans to join up with, and plenty of abilities to help you take down groups of enemies before you feed.

As per the re-reveal, we’ve only really seen brief glimpses of gameplay. The primary gameplay style is a first-person stealth action RPG, with fast-paced ability-led combat. You’ll play as an elder vampire and need to stalk the streets of Seattle, luring your victims into dark alleys and secluded spots so that you can feed. Hence, you’ll need to be cautious not to alert the authorities, risking retaliation from your vampire brethren.

Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 story and setting

We don’t know too much about the story behind Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 yet. As the game’s main character, you will play an elder vampire living in Seattle, a city run by several vampire clans. A war is brewing between these clans in the run-up to your arrival, after which, it’s up to you to ally yourself and shape the future of the city.

Playable clans include Brujah, Tremere, Banu Haqim, and Ventrue. You can check out deep dives on each of the four clans on the Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 blog.

Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 latest news

Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines 2’s main character will be voiced
Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 has received a brand new preview stream courtesy of developer The Chinese Room (TCR). The video is packed with details for the upcoming gothic horror RPG and also confirms that the game’s main character will be fully voiced.

Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 re-revealed
On September 2, 2023, Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 was re-revealed. It’s now being developed by The Chinese Room, who worked on Everybody’s Gone to the Rapture. You can check out the announcement Tweet here.

So there you have it, that’s everything we know about Vampire The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 so far. While you wait for the full release date, why not check out our list of the best RPGs to tide you over.