Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 News

Best Bloodlines 2 settings for optimized PC performance

Let's not beat about the bush here - Bloodlines 2 doesn't run well on PC right now. Even if you follow our advice and use the best Bloodlines 2 settings, the chances are that your gaming PC or laptop will still struggle to run the game smoothly. We've encountered many performance issues that, at times, make the game difficult to play, with more than a few frustrating bugs present that also need to be squashed.

The Bloodlines 2 system requirements are fairly low and don't call for any of the best graphics card picks from our buying guide, unless you're aiming for 4K ultra gameplay. This makes the poor performance we've experienced so far in Bloodlines 2 all the more disappointing, and even the inclusion of tech such as Nvidia DLSS 4 with multi-frame gen can't save it, at least not yet.

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Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 (PC) Review

Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 is a sequel to the 2004 cult classic Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines. The original was notoriously janky and unfinished, yet embraced by a devoted coven of goths, ravers, and weirdos. It had a troubled development and had to be brute-forced into existence. Critically, it was well-received despite its flaws, though acclaim didn’t translate into sales — Bloodlines developer Troika Games shuttered shortly after release. Over time, community patches slowly improved the game, and some of these improvements were later incorporated into official releases. It’s best remembered for its promise and atmosphere, but it still requires a strong imagination to appreciate fully.

More than 20 years later, Paradox Interactive has taken up the reins. Fittingly, Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 is janky and unfinished, yet the same coven of goths, ravers, and weirdos will likely embrace it. I know I did. The sequel also had a troubled development,... Read more

Toreador Clan Trailer

[p]Today, we bring you a new glimpse into The Clan of Divas. Meet the Toreador characters of Seattle and see Phyre's seduction in action. [/p][p]Toreador starts with "Celerity" and "Presence" as clan affinities, and "Cat's Grace: Move faster after feeding." as the passive ability. [/p][p]Then, as the game progresses, you'll be able to unlock the following Toreador disciplines: [/p]

[p]"Entrancing Kiss": Kiss an individual to Entrance them for a period, making them an ally that will defend you from others. The weaker the will of the target, the longer they will be Entranced.[/p]
[p]"Blink": Instantly dash to a targeted location. [/p]
[p]"Beckon": Put an individual into a docile trance where they will walk to where they last saw you. [/p]
[p]"Blurred Momentum": Temporarily boost your reflexes, allowing you to evade damage. [/p]
[p]"Fleetness": - Clan Perk: Relocate abilities will recharge over time.[/p]

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Prepare for the release with these full PC Specifications!

[p]Our PC Specifications list provides an idea of what is recommended to run the game on various PC setups. Any upgrades will help you enjoy even better visuals and performance.[/p][p]
If you want to get the most out of your setup, try using your GPU manufacturer’s optimization software or take a moment to tweak the in-game Settings until it feels perfect for you. Unless stated otherwise on official Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 channels, such as our verified social media accounts, make sure your drivers are up to date before you play the game.[/p][p][/p][p][/p]

Lasombra Clan Trailer

[p]Today, we bring you a new glimpse into The Night Clan. Meet the Lasombra trainer of Seattle and see Phyre's shadows in action.

Lasombra starts with "Oblivion" and "Dominate" as clan affinities, and "Shadow Cloak: Feeding on enemies casts you into the shadow, making you harder to see for a period." as the passive ability. [/p][p]Then, as the game progresses, you'll be able to unlock the following Lasombra disciplines: [/p]

[p]"Arms of Ahriman": Trap the opponent in a straight line with your shadow. [/p]
[p]"Shadow Step": Step into your shadow and emerge from the shadow of your target. [/p]
[p]"Glimpse of Oblivion": Causes an individual to become afraid, fleeing from their allies. [/p]
[p]"Enter Oblivion": Enter a dimension where only you and those touched by your shadow exist. "Stygian Shroud" [/p]
[p]Clan Perk: Prevents mortals from attacking you while feeding.[/p]

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