Code Vein is a great game, but it is unforgiving. Players have a limited selection of healing items in Code Vein; the game mechanic differs from industry standards. Keeping this in mind, it should not come as a surprise that players cannot progress in the story.
While healing is tricky in Code Vein, this guide will give players everything they need to heal easily. Additionally, this guide will provide other useful tidbits that are largely ignored.
How to Heal in Code Vein
Code Vein gives players four ways to heal, which are as follows:
1. Regeneration
The most basic form of healing is possible via Regeneration. Regeneration works quite similarly to the Estus Flask from Dark Souls. Upon arriving at a bonfire, referred to as a Mistle, the Regeneration charges are replenished, and this also occurs after defeating a Greater Lost. Other factors to keep in mind regarding Regeneration are as follows:
- Players can use Regeneration as an item to recover from damage.
- Additional Regeneration charges can be added to the pool by making progress in the game, thus allowing players to heal completely and explore further without having to revisit Mistles every time.
2. Regen Inducers
Regen Inducers are a one-time consumable that offers more healing than Regeneration. Since Regen Inducers do not replenish like Regeneration, it is a given that the item is not easily available. For this reason, players are advised to only use Regen Inducers as a last resort, especially during crucial boss fights, so they can heal quickly when all seems lost.
3. Gifts
Surprisingly, Gifts can be used to heal characters and teammates, but they have drawbacks. For example, if players use the Guardian Aid Gift with Astrea, they can heal their teammates but at the expense of their health. Players should use Gifts wisely and pay close attention to the conditions that accompany them.
4. Mistles
As mentioned earlier, Mistles are like bonfires from Dark Souls. Players can rest at Mistles using the surrounding blood bushes to heal their character. The best thing about Mistles is that they are completely free to use, but using them will cause all regular enemies to respawn.
Mistles may be free to use, but they are not common. Coming across a Mistle indicates the player will have to endure many hardships ahead.
Code Vein is available on PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4.