Years after the first *Kingdom Come: Deliverance* captivated players, the highly anticipated sequel is finally arriving on February 4th. Prepare for a return to the medieval world of Bohemia with Indřich, featuring enhanced graphics, refined combat, and a deeply immersive story rooted in real historical events.
This article covers everything you need to know about *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, from system requirements and estimated playtime to download instructions. Get ready to experience the Middle Ages like never before!
Table of Contents
- Basic Information
- Release Date
- System Requirements
- Game Plot
- Gameplay
- Key Details
- 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
- Estimated Playtime: 80-100 hours (including side quests)
- Game Size: 83.9 GB (PS5), approximately 100 GB (PC - SSD required)
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Release Date
Following several delays, *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* is officially launching on February 4th, 2025. While initially slated for a later release, the February 4th date aims to avoid competition with other titles.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 System Requirements
System requirements, released in December 2024, range from modest minimum specifications to high-end recommendations 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 story follows Indřich (Henry) from Skalica, continuing directly from the first game's ending. While the main narrative is linear, side quests offer branching paths and multiple outcomes. Newcomers can easily jump in, as the first game's story is summarized at the beginning. Expect a larger, darker narrative than its predecessor, expanding to encompass entire kingdoms and their rulers, with unexpected twists and brutal details. Kuttenberg serves as the central location, a vast area filled with numerous characters. Many familiar faces from the first game will also return.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Gameplay
Building upon the original, *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* offers refined gameplay mechanics. Character progression is more diverse, allowing players to specialize as warriors, rogues, or diplomats, or blend different skills. Combat is smoother and more accessible, while retaining its challenge. New features include in-combat dialogue options, advanced negotiation systems, romantic storylines, and the introduction of firearms (though these are described as unstable and potentially dangerous). The reputation and morality system is more sophisticated, with NPCs reacting dynamically to the player's actions.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Key Details
Here are some noteworthy aspects of the game:
- Size: Approximately twice the size of the original game, in terms of both map and content.
- Game Director: Daniel Vavra, a veteran of the Czech game industry known for his work on the *Mafia* series.
- Scandals: The game has faced controversy and a ban in Saudi Arabia, reportedly due to its depiction of sensitive content.
- Average Score: The game has received overwhelmingly positive reviews, scoring an average of 88 on Metacritic and 89 on OpenCritic, with high praise for its improvements over the original while noting some minor visual flaws and bugs.
