Code Vein II features a deep narrative where players and characters are bound by blood, fate, and destiny, set in a future where the last remnants of humanity and Revenants struggle against a world on the verge of collapse. Following the sudden emergence of a threat known as the Luna Rapacis, Revenants have succumbed to madness, transforming into terrifying creatures called Horrors. A Revenant Hunter, guided by a mysterious girl named Lou who possesses the power to travel into the past to rewrite the fate of the world. The player, as the Revenant Hunter, will intervene in key moments of history to alter key revenants’ destinies that reveal hidden truths and information to save the future. Players will embark on a journey through a world that spans across two eras, where decisions carry weight and every battle tests skill and resolve.

Friday the 13th (2009) Reprint

$32 (was $50) | Releases February 3

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Friday the 13th: Part 2 45th Anniversary Edition

$27 (was $31) | Releases February 3

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Friday the 13th is getting a duo of new 4K Blu-ray SteelBook releases next month. The 2009 remake 4K Blu-ray was originally released as a limited edition back in 2024, but swiftly sold out. Luckily, a new reprint is available preorder at Amazon for $37.49 (was $50). Then there's the Friday the 13: Part 2 45th Anniversary Edition 4K SteelBook, which comes with a handful of new bonus features, available to preorder for $24.49 (was $31). Both titles will release simultaneously on February 3, 2026.

Friday the 13th (2009) Reprint $32 (was $50) | Releases February 3

The 2009 remake was a pretty faithful recreation of the campy original thanks to director Marcus Nispel, who also remade The Texas Chainsaw Massacre in 2003. This 4K Blu-ray SteelBook from Arrow Video comes with a reversible sleeve with new artwork. Below are all the special features included:

• Audio Commentary with the Filmmakers
• Interviews with the Filmmakers
• Delete Scenes
• Image Gallery
• A Killer New Beginning Video Essay
• Excerpts from the Terror Trivia Track
• The Rebirth of Jason Voorhees Archival Featurette
• Hacking Back/ Slashing Forward Archival Featurette
• The 7 Best Kills Archival Featurette

Preorder at Amazon Friday the 13th: Part 2 45th Anniversary Edition $27 (was $31) | Releases February 3

The 1981 follow up to the iconic original, this 45th Anniversary Edition of Friday the 13th: Part 2 is a two-disc featuring a remastered version of the film and some new special features. The story picks up five years after the end of the first movie, with another group of stubborn teens fallen victim to the hockey mask-clad killer. Here are the special features you can look forward to:

• Inside "Crystal Lake Memories"
• Friday's Legacy: Horror Conventions
• Lost Tales From Camp Blood - Part 2
• Jason Forever Featurette
• Original Theatrical Trailer

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The Friday the 13th franchise is one of the most iconic slasher series in the history of the medium, spanning 12 movies and even a handful of video game adaptations. We've seen Jason go from his backwoods roots to New York City, and even a short stint in space (yes, really). The 2009 remake retells the original story well, hitting every big story beat, ridiculous kill scenes, and the twist in a very faithful way. Friday the 13th: Part 2 is a direct follow-up to the first one, following a new group for Jason to stalk.

Both movies come in premium SteelBook cases, and the remake reprint includes brand-new cover art by artist Gary Pullin, reversible -- one side features the retro look of the original, while the other is the original poster for the remake. If you're unfamiliar, SteelBook cases are roughly the same size as a typical plastic Blu-ray case but much sturdier, and they often feature alternate art and other physical bonuses. For physical media collectors, the spines look really nice on a bookshelf, and these two horror movies are no different.

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Hideki Konno, a longtime director for Nintendo, has resigned from the video game publisher. Konno confirmed the news on his Facebook page months ago, which largely went unnoticed by the press at the time. His last month at Nintendo was July 2025.

The fans at the Famiboard Forums were the first to notice Konno's employment update, which has since blown up online. Konno joined Nintendo in 1986, and worked as a designer and assistant director on Super Mario Bros. 2 and Super Mario Bros. 3. He also directed Yoshi's Island and SimCity for the SNES, and Luigi's Mansion for the GameCube.

Konno's most enduring work was on the Mario Kart franchise. He directed the first two games, Super Mario Kart and Mario Kart 64, in addition to producing Mario Kart DS, Mario Kart Wii, Mario Kart 7, Mario Kart 8, and Mario Kart Tour. Although Konno didn't work on the most recent game, he received a special thanks credit in Mario Kart World.

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Fanatical is in the middle of its latest PC game sale, the January Savers Sale. The event, which runs until February 1, includes big discounts on popular PC games like Lies of P, Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon, and more. To sweeten the deal, the January Savers promotion is offering a virtual scratch card for the chance at various free games and coupons when you spend at least $15.

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There are hundreds of deals available in the sale, including some of 2025's biggest releases. This includes Monster Hunter Wilds, which is among the biggest discounts. The newest entry in Capcom's long-running series is on sale for $32.89 (was $70). Wilds earned an 8/10 score in GameSpot's review, and while the initial launch window was rocky, Capcom has continually updated the game with performance tweaks and free content additions, with plans for even more new hunts on the horizon.

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Code Vein 2 is a challenging Soulslike with tense and aggressive combat, as well as plenty of anime drama and compelling characters that should keep you invested throughout its fairly lengthy campaign. It's a lot to take on, even for genre veterans--especially if you're looking to tackle all three of its endings. However, you won't necessarily need to see them all through to access a second playthrough of the game. If you're really eager to see things through a second time, you can start NG+ in Code Vein 2 and try it all again.

In Code Vein 2's NG+ mode, you'll start the story from the beginning and lose your map and mission progress. However, you'll take all the levels you've earned and items you've acquired into this fresh run of the campaign, giving you a bit of an edge in combat and beyond--especially during the first few hours. But NG+ also beefs up the enemies and bosses you'll encounter, too, granting them harder-hitting attacks and more health. So, you shouldn't expect to breeze your way through the whole thing.

Code Vein 2 doesn't exactly point you toward NG+ after beating the story, though, leaving this feature for you to discover on your own. Luckily, you won't have to stray too far to get started, if that's your goal. Here's how to start NG+ in Code Vein 2.

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Soulslike games are known for their punishing combat and tense exploration, and Code Vein 2 delivers both alongside a time-traveling story and sprawling open world. There's certainly a lot to see in this anime RPG, especially for those interested in checking out all of its optional content, so it's not the kind of game you'll wrap up in an afternoon. Instead, you'll want to strap in for a dense and challenging outing that should keep you occupied longer than you may expect. Just how much time will you spend in this one, though? Let's take a look at how long it takes to beat Code Vein 2.

How long is Code Vein 2?

How long it takes you to beat Code Vein 2 will depend on a variety of factors, such as how well you adapt to its aggressive Soulslike combat, how much open world content you seek out, and how many of its character-based side-quests you complete. There's a substantial amount of content to discover for those who take the time to see it all.

A playthrough of Code Vein 2 that focuses almost exclusively on pushing through its main story content is likely to take most players at least 25 hours. That being said, the game's overall difficulty is partially based on just how much of its additional objectives you tackle, as time spent in the open world and doing side-quests means earning more levels (thus, improved stats), better equipment, and more healing upgrades.

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