This new developer diary for Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 showcases thrilling gameplay footage, focusing on the mechanics of vampire hunting and the crucial Masquerade system.

In the world of Vampire: The Masquerade, vampires must maintain the Masquerade – concealing their true nature from humans. Bloodlines 2 incorporates this with a Masquerade meter, visually represented by an eye icon in the upper screen corner. This meter displays three levels of transgression:

• Green: Minor violations; simply concealing yourself suffices.
• Yellow: Multiple infractions, such as feeding or using aggressive powers, have occurred. Players must manage witnesses or avoid attracting police attention.
• Red: The Masquerade is shattered, and the police are in pursuit. Immediate escape and concealment are vital, as the Camarilla will intervene once the meter is full, as demonstrated in the provided video.

To mitigate their "infamy," players can employ several strategies: erase witness memories, eliminate witnesses, or, if the police are involved, simply hide and wait for the situation to de-escalate.

The developers emphasize that the risk of exposure escalates throughout the game. Maintaining the Masquerade requires swift and decisive action from the player.