Six clans, five city districts, and a Second Inquisition: Bloodlines 2 is about to launch, and here’s everything you need to know.
After years of waiting, Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 will finally be released on October 21, 2025. This dark action RPG is set in a modern version of Seattle, where ancient vampire clans battle for power. We’ve rounded up all the essential details on the release, clans, gameplay, and editions.
When does Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 release?
Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 launches worldwide on October 21, 2025, at 6 p.m. CEST, simultaneously across all regions. There’s no early access or staggered release. PC players can preload the game via Steam to jump right in at launch.
Global release times:
- West Coast (US): 9:00 a.m. PDT
- East Coast (US): 12:00 p.m. EDT
- United Kingdom: 5:00 p.m. BST
- Central Europe: 6:00 p.m. CEST
- Australia: 3:00 a.m. AEDT (October 22)
- New Zealand: 5:00 a.m. NZDT (October 22)
Which platforms will Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 be available on?
Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 will be released for PC (Windows), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. According to Paradox Interactive, the game will not be available on Xbox Game Pass at launch.
Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 – Available Editions
Bloodlines 2 will be available in three editions, each offering different content and prices:
Standard Edition
- Price: around €59.99 / $59.99 / £49.99(PC, PS5, Xbox Series X)
- Includes: Base game only.
Deluxe Edition
- Price: around €69.99 / $69.99 / £54.99
- Includes:
- Base game
- Santa Monica Memories Cosmetic Pack
Premium Edition
- Price: around €89,99 / $89.99 / £84.99
- Includes:
- Base game
- Expansion Pass
- Santa Monica Cosmetic Pack (day 1 unlock)
- Loose Cannon Story Pack (coming Q2 2026)
- The Flower & The Flame Story Pack (coming Q3 2026)
Story and Setting: Seattle in the Snow
Bloodlines 2 takes you to a wintry Seattle during the holiday season. A historic snowstorm sets a menacing tone as the city’s vampire society faces upheaval. You play as Phyre, an ancient vampire who awakens after a century-long slumber. You can customize your character’s appearance, gender, and clan affiliation.
At the heart of the story are the political intrigues between the vampire factions Camarilla, Anarchs, and Sabbat. Meanwhile, a Second Inquisition launched by the Vatican threatens the undead’s very existence. The “Masquerade” — the secrecy that hides vampires from humanity — must be maintained at all costs, or severe consequences will follow.
One key figure is Fabien, an eccentric Malkavian vampire who serves as both narrator and companion throughout parts of the story. He’s also a playable character and helps uncover a century-old mystery that could endanger the entire city.
Gameplay: First-Person Perspective, Blood Magic, and Clan Powers
In Bloodlines 2, you prowl the city at night, feeding on blood to recharge your powers. But be careful — breaking the Masquerade and revealing your true nature can trigger chaos, from police crackdowns to supernatural hunters coming after you. The combat system supports multiple playstyles: brute force, stealth takedowns, or blood magic. Your clan choice will strongly shape how you play.
Bloodlines 2 is played primarily in first-person and blends action with classic RPG mechanics. Choices, dialogue, and a dynamic combat system built around supernatural abilities are central to the experience.
At the start, you’ll choose from six vampire clans, each offering a unique playstyle:
- Brujah: Brutal close combat
- Tremere: Blood magic and ranged attacks
- Banu Haqim: Stealth and silent assassinations
- Ventrue: Mind control and social dominance
- Toreador: Seduction and manipulation
- Lasombra: Shadow control
You can also learn powers from other clans through alliances. Your supernatural abilities include enhanced strength, speed, telekinesis, and even sensing heartbeats through walls. The open-world environment spans five seamlessly connected districts of Seattle, all explorable without loading screens.
