Code Vein 2 doesn't dump your pre-order and DLC rewards directly into your inventory. Instead, the game splits bonus content between the character creation screen and an in-game vendor, which can leave players wondering where their extras went. Everything is account-linked through Bandai Namco Entertainment, meaning any character you create on the same platform account can access these items.
Quick answer: Cosmetic items appear in the Character Creation menu under the Paint and Outfits sections, while bonus weapons must be purchased from Jadwiga's weapon shop in MagMell for a nominal amount of Haze.
What each edition includes
The Standard Edition pre-order bonus is the Stylized Forma Set, which contains the Forma Face Paint cosmetic and the Twin Fangs of the Lone Wolf dual blades. This weapon features a special forma engraving and a lunging slice attack.
The Deluxe Edition adds the Custom Outfit Pack with three costume sets (Lavish Kimono, Mad Swordsman, and Cyber Ninja), plus the Ame-no-Habakiri Greatsword. It also includes the Mask of Idris story expansion, though that content is planned for January 2027 and isn't playable at launch.
The Ultimate Edition stacks everything from the Deluxe tier and adds the Code Vein Character Costume Set with six outfits inspired by Io, Louis, Yakumo, Mia, Jack, and Eva from the original game. Each costume includes a body outfit, footwear, gloves, and a silhouette accessory usable on any body type. A digital mini artbook and soundtrack round out the package.
Equipping bonus outfits and face paint
Cosmetic items unlock automatically when you start or load a save. The game checks your account entitlements in the background, so there's no manual download or redemption step required.
Step 1: Open the Character Creation menu. For new characters, this happens during initial setup. For existing characters, head to the hot springs area in MagMell Institute and interact with the dressers.
Step 2: Navigate to the Paint section and scroll to the bottom of the list. You'll find three Forma Face Paint options: left side only, right side only, or both sides of the face.
Step 3: For outfits, go to the Body section within the Outfits and Accessories tab. Scroll through until you locate the bonus costumes, then select one to apply it.
You can change your appearance at any time from MagMell, so your initial choice isn't permanent.
Purchasing pre-order and DLC weapons
Bonus weapons aren't placed directly in your inventory. Instead, they're sold by a vendor at an extremely low price, which means you need to progress the story slightly before accessing them.
Step 1: Play through the opening sections until you reach MagMell, the game's main hub area.
Step 2: Locate Jadwiga, the weapon merchant. Her shop is in MagMell Institute.
Step 3: Open her inventory and look for items marked as bonus or pre-order. The Twin Fangs of the Lone Wolf costs just 10 Haze, making it essentially free compared to standard weapon prices.
If you don't have enough Haze, defeat a few enemies in nearby areas and return. The cost is trivial enough that even early-game farming covers it within minutes.
Accessing the digital artbook and soundtrack
The Ultimate Edition's digital extras exist outside normal gameplay. On PC through Steam, these typically appear as separate items in your game library. On PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, check the game's extras or special content section from the main menu or your console's library interface.
Troubleshooting missing content
If outfits don't appear in the customization menu, verify you purchased the correct edition and that you're logged into the same account used for the purchase. A game restart often resolves detection issues.
Weapons not showing up at Jadwiga's shop usually means you haven't progressed far enough in the story. The vendor and hub area must be unlocked first. Items tied to the Mask of Idris expansion won't appear until that DLC releases.
Players who didn't pre-order can still purchase the Stylized Forma Set separately for $2.99 on Steam and other storefronts.
Edition upgrade options
If you bought the Standard Edition and want the additional content, upgrade packs are available. The Deluxe Upgrade Pack costs $24.99 and adds the Custom Outfit Pack plus the Mask of Idris expansion entitlement. The Ultimate Upgrade Pack costs an additional $14.99 on top of that for the Code Vein Character Costume Set and digital extras.
None of these bonuses skips progression or provides meaningful gameplay advantages. They offer cosmetic variety and an extra weapon option from the start, but you'll still need to earn Haze, level up, and work through the story like everyone else. The rewards persist across all characters on your account, so creating a new build later means immediate access to everything you've already unlocked.
