Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2: A Deeper Dive into Medieval Bohemia
Years after the original's release, the highly anticipated sequel, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, arrives on February 4th, 2025. This article compiles essential information, from system requirements to estimated playtime, and guides you on how to download the game upon release.
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
- Estimated Playtime: 80-100 hours (including side quests)
- Game Size: 83.9 GB (PS5), ~100 GB (PC - SSD recommended)
Release Date:
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Initially slated for 2024, the release was pushed to February 11th, 2025, then ultimately shifted to February 4th, 2025, potentially to avoid competition with Assassin's Creed Shadows.
System Requirements:
Officially announced in December 2024:
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:
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Following a linear main storyline, the game offers branching side quests with multiple outcomes. Henry (Indřich) from Skalica returns, undergoing player-influenced transformations. The narrative picks up where the first game ended, but newcomers can easily follow along thanks to a detailed recap. Expect a darker, larger-scale story encompassing entire kingdoms and rulers, with unexpected twists and brutal details. Kuttenberg serves as the primary location, a vast area teeming with diverse characters. Familiar faces from the first game also make a return.
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Gameplay:
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Building upon the first game, KCD2 introduces refinements: a more accessible yet challenging combat system, in-combat dialogue options (surrender, battle cries), advanced negotiation mechanics, romantic storylines, and the introduction of firearms (described as unreliable and potentially self-harming). The reputation and morality system is significantly enhanced, with NPCs reacting subtly to the player's actions.
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Key Details:
- Size: Approximately double the size of the first game in terms of map and quest content.
- Game Director: Daniel Vavra, known for his work on the Mafia series.
- Scandals: The game has been banned in Saudi Arabia due to undisclosed "immoral scenes," reportedly including black characters and same-sex relationships.
- Average Score: Currently boasting an 88/100 on Metacritic and 89/100 on OpenCritic, with overwhelmingly positive reviews praising improvements over the original while noting some minor visual flaws and bugs.
Prepare for a significantly enhanced medieval experience in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.