Kingdom Come Deliverance 2: What We Know

Years after the captivating release of the original Kingdom Come: Deliverance, the allure of medieval Bohemia endures. February 4th marks the arrival of the highly anticipated sequel, continuing Henry’s adventures with enhanced graphics, refined combat, and a deeply immersive story rooted in real historical events.

This article compiles the latest information on the game's release, covering everything from system requirements to estimated playtime. We'll also guide you on how to download Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 immediately upon release, ensuring you're among the first to experience its medieval atmosphere.

Table of Contents

• Basic Information
• Release Date
• System Requirements
• Game Plot
• Gameplay
• Key Details
• Size
• Game Director
• Scandals
• Average Score

Basic Information

• Platform: PC (Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S
• Developer: Warhorse Studios
• Publisher: Deep Silver
• Development Manager: Daniel Vavra
• Genre: Action/Adventure
• Game Time: Estimated 80-100 hours, with additional tasks.
• Game Size: 83.9 GB (PS5), approximately 100 GB (PC - SSD required)

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Release Date

Following several delays (originally slated for 2024), the release date is now firmly set for February 4th, 2025. While initially postponed to February 11th, development head Daniel Vavra cited a desire to "start 2025 with the best game" as the reason for the revised date. This likely aims to avoid competition with other releases.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 System Requirements

Officially announced in December 2024, the system requirements range from modest minimum specifications to a powerful configuration for optimal performance.

Minimum

• OS: Windows 10 64-bit (or later)
• Processor: Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600
• RAM: 16 GB
• Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB) or AMD Radeon RX 580

Recommended

• OS: Windows 10 64-bit (or later)
• Processor: Intel Core i7-13700K or AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
• RAM: 32 GB
• Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 or AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT

Game Plot

The main storyline will be linear, focusing on Henry from Skalica. While the core narrative is linear, side quests offer branching paths and varied outcomes. The game picks up directly where the first Kingdom Come: Deliverance left off, though prior experience isn't required; the first game's story is summarized for newcomers. Expect a darker, larger-scale narrative than its predecessor, expanding to encompass entire kingdoms and their rulers.

Kuttenberg serves as the central location, a city previously mentioned but now fully realized in the sequel. Familiar characters from the first game will return, alongside a host of new faces.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Gameplay

Building upon the foundation of the original, the sequel refines and expands the gameplay experience. Character progression offers greater diversity, allowing players to specialize in combat, stealth, or diplomacy. Combat is described as smoother and more accessible, while retaining its challenge. New features include in-combat dialogue options, enhanced negotiation systems, romantic relationships, and even firearms—though these are portrayed as unreliable and potentially dangerous.

The game boasts a more sophisticated reputation and morality system, where consequences are immediate and noticeable, requiring players to carefully consider their actions.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Key Details

Size

The sequel is roughly twice the size of the original, featuring expanded environments and a significantly larger number of characters and quests.

Game Director

Daniel Vavra, a veteran of the Czech game industry (known for his work on the Mafia series), leads development as both director and lead writer.

Scandals

The game has faced controversy, including a ban in Saudi Arabia, reportedly due to its depiction of "immoral scenes," including characters of color and same-sex relationships.

Average Score

Early reviews have been largely positive, with Metacritic averaging 88/100 and OpenCritic scoring 89/100 and 96% positive recommendations. While praised for its improvements over the original, some critics noted minor visual flaws, bugs, and occasionally opaque dialogue options.