Code Vein II Mask of Idris DLC launches September 9

Bandai Namco has announced the *Mask of Idris* DLC for *Code Vein II*, set to release on September 9, 2026. The expansion introduces a standalone narrative that diverges from the main campaign, following a history-altering story in the Forsaken World. Players will team up with two new partners, Liv Voda and Lou Magmell, each with distinct combat styles and abilities. The DLC also includes new weapons and Formae to expand combat options, alongside a free update for all players introducing additional gameplay enhancements.

The Forsaken World is a fractured realm where alternate timelines converge, centered around the Spindle of Pathos—a force consuming emotions and threatening to destabilize reality. The DLC’s story explores how these temporal rifts originated from the hero Idris’s interventions, now threatening the protagonists’ world. Players must meet specific play conditions to access the DLC, details of which are available on Bandai Namco’s official channels. The expansion aims to deepen the game’s lore while introducing fresh challenges and narrative depth.

Liv Voda, the original guardian of the Temporal Rift and half-sister of Valentin Voda, returns to duty after years away. Her aggressive melee combat style, centered on the Halberd, is complemented by Formae like Chariot Rave and Mad Blood Dance, which boost attack power and stagger enemies. Lou Magmell, a different Revenant from the main story, joins the fight after a separate tragedy, with her past gradually revealed. Their combined abilities and synergy with the protagonist provide new tactical options for overcoming the DLC’s formidable bosses.

The *Mask of Idris* DLC introduces new weapons to diversify combat strategies. The Grave Knocker Formae allows aerial kicks that create shockwaves to stagger groups, while the Sword of Karma: Idris summons a flaming greatsword for powerful strikes and extended combos. These additions, alongside the new story and allies, offer both returning and new players a fresh experience. The DLC launches on September 9, 2026, expanding *Code Vein II* with additional content, challenges, and narrative exploration.