Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 Release Date Revealed

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The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2, jointly published by Paradox Interactive and White Wolf, will officially be available starting October 21. This upcoming game can be played on PC through Epic Games Store and Steam, as well as PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. A brand new trailer for the game has been unveiled at Gamescom, providing players with a closer look at its storyline and gameplay features.

Initially, the role-playing game “Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines” came out for PC in 2004 and received a mix of positive and negative feedback due to its awkward controls and numerous technical issues. However, over time, thanks to fan-made mods and updates, the game developed a devoted fanbase that eventually led to the creation of a sequel. Nearly two decades after the original release, “Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2” is now set to invite players back into the World of Darkness.

Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 Release Date, Price, and Add-ons

  • Release date: October 21, 2025
  • Price: $59.99
  • Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S
  • Standard Edition, Deluxe Edition (Santa Monica Memories), Premium Edition (Santa Monica Memories, Shadows and Silk)
  • Add-ons: Santa Monica Memories ($11.99), Shadows and Silk ($21.99), Bloodlines Nostalgia Jukebox (pre-order bonus)

As a fellow gaming enthusiast, I’m thrilled to share that I’ll be diving into the immersive world of “Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2” on October 21. The game will retail for $59.99, and you’ve got options – standard and special editions, along with add-ons to elevate your experience.

The standard version of the game follows a freshly turned vampire named Phyre as she navigates a neo-noir murder mystery in Seattle while dealing with the thoughts of Malkavian detective Fabien invading her mind.

If you’re looking for something more, you can opt for the Deluxe Edition, which comes complete with the Santa Monica Memories cosmetic pack. Or, if you want to go all out, there’s the Premium Edition that offers both the Santa Monica Memories pack and the Shadows and Silk content add-on, introducing playable Lasombra and Toreador clans into the mix.

Both Santa Monica Memories and Shadows and Silk can be purchased separately, and pre-orders of Bloodlines 2 will score you a special Bloodlines Nostaligia Jukebox filled with music by Rick Schaffer, the composer behind the original Bloodlines soundtrack.

So, grab your cape, load up on some garlic bullets, and prepare to embrace the night in style!

Anticipation for the release of “Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2” has been growing, fueled by early previews suggesting its gameplay is reminiscent of “Dishonored.” This highly-anticipated sequel, rated M by the ESRB in March 2025, promises intense combat, graphic violence, realistic gunfire, and even decapitations. Vampire enthusiasts can expect an immersive experience filled with bloodshed and intriguing storytelling when “Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2” launches on various platforms on October 21.

Despite some challenges during its development, the timely release of “Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2” during the spooky season, combined with decades-long nostalgia for fans of the original, may bring success to this action-packed World of Darkness story. It’s uncertain if the sequel will match the cult status of the first game, but eager fans are already looking forward to rejoining the vampiric Kindred in “Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2” when it is finally released.

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2025-08-19 23:17