Kingdom Come: Deliverance II

I had already fallen in love with the first game in the series, but due to the technology of its time and budget limitations, there were some subtle shortcomings. However, after spending nearly 100 hours on this game, you can truly feel how much the developers-and even the actors-have matured.

There is no other game that can present a story without fantastical elements-one that many might find dull-in such a slow yet uninterrupted and immersive way. When I first heard about the original game, I was actually looking for something similar to Mount & Blade: Warband, and I came across it before its release.

Since 2018, I have been playing this series with great enjoyment, and I can't even find a single thing to criticize.

It was by far the best game I have ever played. From storytelling to game mechanics, this is one of the very few-perhaps the only-games where I couldn't find a single flaw. The story is amazing, the acting is amazing-simply put, it's amazing. There's nothing more to say. Thank you, Warhorse Studios! I look forward to your continued success.

I'm in love. This game is unique, and there's nothing quite like it. As a longtime Skyrim fan, the first game already won my heart. The first installment had incredible issues with bugs at release, but in the second one, I've encountered hardly any. I've already spent over 50 hours playing and am maybe only 30% through the story. I was so excited for it, and I was not disappointed! The combat mechanics are much better than in the first game. It's still difficult, but that's what makes it so special. You can't just mash buttons or take on six men alone-you have to think strategically.

What I also love are the many options the game gives you. For example, you have to retrieve an item that someone lost in a dice game. You can steal it secretly, win it back in a dice game, or even silently kill the person to take it.

There's no right or wrong-you decide how to play, and that freedom makes the game incredibly fun.

This is one of my all time favorite games, I loved the first one and this is the evolution of what a successful sequel should be. The spirit is exactly the same but the quality has increased massively in all areas. If you take your time and enjoy all the aspects of this game you will have an incredible gaming experience. This game represents what I really want out of a game, incredible story and characters, freedom of choice, consequence and extreme attention to detail. They have made a beautiful world and it feels living a breathing. I finished last night, with a number of Side missions to start and complete, and will start a new game this arvo with the goal to do all of the missions available. Great stuff warhorse. Can't wait for the next one.

In my opinion, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 1 was one of the best RPGs of the past decade-despite its notorious bugs and performance issues at launch (some of which still persist). It had a gripping story, an immersive open world, and a memorable cast of characters. KCD2 takes all of that and improves upon it in almost every way. This game is close to brilliance. Close.

KCD2 is a fantastic open-world RPG packed with content, making it well worth the price. In an industry flooded with half-baked releases, this game stands alongside the best of the past decade, proving that passion and quality still matter. While it has flaws-some of which I'll discuss-they don't ruin the experience.

The Bad:

Stealth - As someone who isn't overly fond of stealth mechanics, I found KCD2 relies on them far more than its predecessor-and they're not well-implemented. Several missions force you into stealth with no alternatives, breaking the roleplaying experience. There are too many of these sections, and they often feel frustrating rather than rewarding.

Henry - I found Henry far more irritating in this game, which is a problem considering he's the protagonist. There are multiple instances where his dialogue and actions are scripted, regardless of your playstyle. The game seems intent on steering him down a "righteous" path, even if you prefer a more ruthless or pragmatic approach. Personally, I enjoyed playing a rogue Henry-pillaging, killing, and following orders, no matter how brutal-but the game constantly nudges you toward being the noble hero. On top of that, Henry can be downright idiotic at times.

The Saving System - This was a major issue in the first game, and it's just as frustrating here. A game with frequent stealth sections should not have a restrictive save system. Being forced to redo long sequences because you can't save freely is infuriating. PC players can fix this with mods, but console players are out of luck.

Archery - If you enjoyed using bows in KCD1, prepare for disappointment. Archery has been massively downgraded-it feels clunky, imprecise, and practically useless. The game clearly pushes you toward crossbows or, worse, those awful pistols.

No Theresa - This is a huge loss. Theresa was the heart and soul of the first game, yet here she's only briefly mentioned. While characters like Katherine and Rosa are great, none of them fill the void she left.

The Good:

Visuals - If you thought KCD1 looked great, KCD2 blows it out of the water. The environmental detail is stunning-no game does trees, foliage, and landscapes quite like this one. The world feels alive, and the lighting is breathtaking. Watching the sunrise paint the hills in golden hues is a sight to behold. Character models are mostly well done, though a few faces are clearly copy-pasted.

Length & Content - The main story alone took me 60 hours, and that's without touching the many side missions. If you dive into everything, this is easily a 200+ hour experience. Add in the RPG elements that shape the story, and you're looking at over 300 hours of gameplay. This is what RPGs should be-massive, immersive, and rewarding. Why would anyone spend £60+ on a game they can complete in 10 hours?

Characters - Aside from Henry, every character in KCD2 is fantastic. Your group of misfit friends, Hans, even the minor NPCs-they all feel distinct and well-written. I do wish Radzig and Hanush had bigger roles (they're basically cameos), and Divish is notably absent. That said, the cast is excellent. Also, Godwin is back, and is a major character too. It's good to have him.

The Story - The biggest improvement over the first game. While KCD1 had a strong narrative, KCD2 takes it to another level. The story flows beautifully, with cinematic pacing and excellent dialogue. There are some truly standout moments that make it feel like a high-quality TV series or film.

Music - Just like the first game, the soundtrack is cinematic and brilliant.

Cinematics - The cutscenes in this game go hard. Seriously, if you stitched them together, you'd have an incredible movie. The direction and presentation are outstanding.

Polish - I can't speak for the console, or low-end PC performance, but on my high-end PC, the game runs beautifully. I encountered very few bugs and no game-breaking issues. Compared to the first game's launch, this is a massive improvement.

Final Thoughts:

KCD2 is a brilliant RPG and will likely be one of the best games of the year. Of course, bigger releases are on the horizon, but this has set a high bar.

As for the so-called "controversial themes" people keep talking about online-they're barely present. There are no forced LGBT moments, and anyone claiming otherwise hasn't played the game. They're lying. The inclusion of diverse characters is handled naturally, and Henry's reaction to meeting someone different from him is actually quite fitting for the time period. Complaints about this are just noise.

At the end of the day, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is an easy 9/10. I do hope the devs fix some of its issues-there are more than I listed here, but I didn't want this review to turn into a novel. I'm also looking forward to the DLCs and expansions. This world still has so many stories left to tell, and I sincerely hope this isn't the last we see of Kingdom Come.

I bought Kcd2 without even playing kcd1 and this game surprised me. The game is fantastic you can say it's rdr2 but then with knights. The free play in this game is insane there are also very good side quests and the dialogue is also very good every npc has its own routine. The combat in this game is also very good but also a little complicated it takes skill. The main storyline is also very good. I also really like the characters in this game. I really like that you can just go on the street and start a fight. You can also steal horses and pickpocketing and even lockpicking in people their homes. If you love single player games then you should give this a try.