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A story about an ordinary human girl and her romantic encounters with knights and princes. These characters may be gentle, passionate, considerate, or inhospitable. There are many character styles to suit a variety of individual player tastes.
Blood Code is a visual novel, romance and dating sim game
developed by ZiX Solutions and Weixi Studio
and published by ZiX Solutions.
Released on December 28th 2015 is available on Windows, MacOS and Linux
in 4 languages: Simplified Chinese, English, Traditional Chinese and Russian.
It has received 2,027 reviews of which 1,487 were positive and 540 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. 😊
The game is currently priced at 9.75€ on Steam.
The Steam community has classified Blood Code into these genres:
System requirements
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Windows
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *: Windows 7+
- Processor: 2.0 Ghz 64-bit Intel-compatible
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: OpenGL 3.0 / DirectX 11
- Storage: 700 MB available space
MacOS
- OS: macOS 10.10+
- Processor: 2.0 Ghz 64-bit Intel-compatible
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: OpenGL 3.0
- Storage: 700 MB available space
- Additional Notes: Apple silicon supported through Rosetta 2
Linux
- OS: Ubuntu 16.04+
- Processor: 2.0 Ghz 64-bit Intel-compatible
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: OpenGL 3.0
- Storage: 700 MB available space
User reviews & Ratings
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Blood Code, developed by ZiX Solutions and Weixi Studio and published by ZiX Solutions, is an ambitious otome visual novel that blends school life, romance, and supernatural mystery into one experience. The story follows Leia Ephelis, a young woman whose life changes drastically after her father’s mysterious death. In search of answers, she transfers to Star-Mirror Academy, a prestigious institution where humans and vampires coexist in uneasy peace. What begins as a seemingly ordinary school journey soon unfolds into a web of secrets, betrayals, and forbidden truths. The game aims to balance everyday slice-of-life charm with a deeper intrigue surrounding magic, politics, and the supernatural, inviting players into a world where every choice has consequences and every relationship hides something beneath the surface. At its core, Blood Code follows the classic structure of an otome game: players guide the heroine through a branching narrative, making dialogue and activity choices that influence her relationships with a cast of potential romantic interests. However, unlike many visual novels that rely purely on dialogue and story branches, Blood Code introduces a simulation-style layer that allows players to manage Leia’s schedule and raise her stats. Each week, you decide how she spends her time—attending classes to boost magical abilities, working part-time to earn money, or socializing to improve charm and relationships. These decisions affect the progression of the story, unlocking specific scenes, routes, or endings depending on your performance. On paper, it’s an engaging system that adds a layer of strategy and replayability, but in practice, the stat management can become repetitive over time. What initially feels refreshing soon risks turning into a cycle of familiar activities, especially when the story pacing slows down between major plot beats. The narrative itself begins with strong momentum. Leia’s introduction to the academy and the discovery of her father’s ties to its dark history establish an intriguing tone. The premise of coexistence between humans and vampires gives rise to themes of trust, prejudice, and political tension, providing the foundation for both romance and suspense. Each of the main love interests represents a different facet of this world: the noble yet secretive vampire, the steadfast human friend, the mysterious teacher, and the rebellious outsider. As Leia builds connections with them, the story reveals new layers of the central mystery. The relationships are well integrated into the larger plot, making the romantic routes feel consequential rather than isolated side stories. Unfortunately, while the setup is engaging, the narrative execution can sometimes falter. Transitions between major events can feel abrupt, and certain character motivations lack the depth needed to make emotional moments fully resonate. The story hints at grand supernatural conspiracies, but these threads are not always developed to their full potential. Visually, Blood Code stands out for its elegant art style and character design. The hand-drawn artwork gives each character a distinct personality, and the soft color palette enhances the ethereal, almost dreamlike atmosphere of the academy. The backgrounds are detailed enough to give a sense of place, while the character portraits are expressive and polished. The visual presentation, coupled with the game’s musical score, creates a mood that perfectly complements the romantic and mysterious tone of the story. The soundtrack, while not particularly memorable, succeeds in maintaining the emotional atmosphere—soft piano themes accompany quieter moments, while more dramatic tracks punctuate confrontations or revelations. Voice acting is included for most characters and adds life to key scenes, though its quality varies between performances. Still, the effort to include full or partial voice work shows an attention to immersion that many indie otome titles lack. Where Blood Code struggles most is in its translation and pacing. The English localization suffers from inconsistent grammar, awkward phrasing, and occasional mistranslations that can disrupt the flow of dialogue. For a story-driven game that relies heavily on emotional expression and character nuance, these errors can be particularly distracting. Some scenes lose their intended impact because the tone shifts unintentionally or the writing feels stiff. There are also instances where small sections remain untranslated, a sign that the localization process may have been rushed. Combined with uneven pacing—particularly during the middle portion of the game, where routine events dominate before the narrative picks up again—these issues prevent Blood Code from reaching its full potential. It’s a game that clearly has ambition, but one that could have benefited from tighter editing and refinement in its presentation. Despite its flaws, there is a sincerity to Blood Code that makes it easy to appreciate. It’s clear that the developers wanted to create something rich and emotional, a story that combines romance with supernatural intrigue while giving players meaningful control over how events unfold. The stat-raising system, while imperfect, gives a sense of progression and agency. The art direction, character dynamics, and variety of endings encourage multiple playthroughs, especially for players who want to see how different choices influence the story’s outcome. The romance routes themselves vary in tone—from lighthearted and tender to tragic and suspenseful—providing a satisfying range of emotional experiences. The game’s imperfections never completely overshadow its charm, particularly for those who enjoy exploring flawed yet heartfelt indie visual novels. Ultimately, Blood Code is a rough but engaging otome adventure that rewards patience and curiosity. It’s a game that tries to reach beyond standard romance tropes by weaving in world-building, mystery, and player-driven decision-making. While translation issues, uneven pacing, and occasional mechanical tedium hold it back from excellence, its ambition and sincerity make it worth a look for fans of story-rich, character-driven games. For players who can forgive its rough edges, it offers a glimpse into a world filled with secrets, passion, and the tension between humanity and immortality. Blood Code may not be perfectly polished, but it has a soul—and for a game about love, loyalty, and betrayal, that may be its greatest strength. Rating: 7/10
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I’ll be honest, I only bought this game for the profile backgrounds. Then steam forced me to play it for 2+ hours to unlock them. Now, after suffering through it, I will say that I feel absolutely nothing inside... no joy, no pain, just blank. And with suffering, I mean my time got wasted, not blaming the game, it's just me. I guess bad relationships do f**k you up. It made me numb
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Literally could not for the life of me figure out how to schedule a date and ended up single. You know what that might be on me.
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I don't even know how I got this game on my account. I was set up
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Frequently Asked Questions
Blood Code is currently priced at 9.75€ on Steam.
Blood Code is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 9.75€ on Steam.
Blood Code received 1,487 positive votes out of a total of 2,027 achieving a rating of 7.10.
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Blood Code was developed by ZiX Solutions and Weixi Studio and published by ZiX Solutions.
Blood Code is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Blood Code is playable and fully supported on MacOS.
Blood Code is playable and fully supported on Linux.
Blood Code is a single-player game.
There are 2 DLCs available for Blood Code. Explore additional content available for Blood Code on Steam.
Blood Code does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Blood Code supports Remote Play on Phone and Remote Play on Tablet. Discover more about Steam Remote Play.
Blood Code is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
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Developer
ZiX Solutions,
Weixi Studio
Publisher
ZiX Solutions
Release
28 Dec 2015
Platforms
Remote Play