Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is a highly acclaimed action RPG sequel set in 15th-century Bohemia, praised for its historical realism and immersive storytelling. Released in early 2025, it builds on the original with refined combat, expansive open-world exploration, and deep player choice.
Game Overview
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 follows Henry of Skalitz in a tale of revenge, betrayal, and discovery amid civil war in Medieval Europe. Players journey from humble origins to royal courts across bustling cities, lush forests, and brutal battlefields in an authentic open-world Bohemia. The game emphasizes historical accuracy, with no fantasy elements, focusing on gritty realism in quests, NPC interactions, and survival mechanics.
Gameplay Mechanics
Combat sees major improvements, featuring directional melee attacks, precise parrying, and weighty animations that reward skill and preparation. RPG systems include skill progression in swordplay, stealth, alchemy, and speech, with reactive choices impacting the story and world. Exploration involves horseback travel, dynamic events, and side activities like hunting or thievery, all enhanced by upgraded graphics and performance.
Playtime Expectations
The main story takes about 48-50 hours for a focused playthrough. A balanced run with side quests extends to 72-80 hours, while completionists can exceed 110-120 hours exploring both major regions: Bohemian Paradise and Kuttenberg.
Critic Review Scores
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 holds strong aggregate scores across platforms.
| Outlet/Aggregate | Score | Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Metacritic | 87/100 | PS5/PC/Xbox |
| OpenCritic | 89/100 | All |
| IGN | 9/10 | PS5 |
| IGN | 90/100 | General |
| VideoGamer | 70/100 | General |
89% of reviews are positive, lauding combat and narrative depth despite some criticism of slow pacing.
Co-op and Multiplayer
The game is strictly single-player only, with no co-op or multiplayer modes at launch or planned. Focus remains on solo immersion, similar to the first entry, without crossplay or friend invites.
Awards Recognition
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 earned nominations for Game of the Year, Best RPG, and Best Narrative at The Game Awards 2025 but did not win, losing to Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. It secured GOTY and Best RPG at the Ultimate Game Awards 2025 in Shanghai, plus Best Game of 2025 at CEEGA. Additional nods include Golden Joystick Awards for PC Game of the Year and others.
