Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is a rare historical RPG that makes authenticity its centerpiece. Warhorse Studios returns players to 1403 Bohemia, where Henry of Skalitz must survive a civil war, with a simulated swordfighting system and a world twice the size of the first game. It earned strong praise and PC Gamer's Game of the Year.
The game launched on February 4, 2025 on PS5, Windows and Xbox Series X|S, selling over 1 million copies on day one and over 6 million by June 2026.
Quick Facts
- Release: February 4, 2025
- Developer: Warhorse Studios (over 250 staff by 2024); published by Deep Silver
- Genre: First-person open-world RPG
- Critic scores: Metacritic 89 (PC), 88 (PS5, Xbox); OpenCritic 95%
- Sales: Over 1 million on day one; over 6 million by June 2026; Steam peak of 256,206 players
Story
In 1403, Bohemia is torn by conflict between King Wenceslaus IV and the invader Sigismund. Players take the role of Henry of Skalitz, a man-at-arms seeking revenge while supporting the imprisoned king. The world is designed at twice the size of the first game.
With its historical setting and serious storytelling, the game's narrative is cited in reviews as a strength and earned a BAFTA nomination for narrative.
Behind The Scenes
Warhorse Studios had over 250 employees by 2024, and Deep Silver is the publisher. The game world is twice the size of the first, and a dialogue skill system lets situations be resolved through speech alongside combat.
After its success, the game passed 6 million copies by June 2026 with a Steam peak of 256,206 concurrent players, and a Nintendo Switch 2 version is scheduled for 2027.
Experience
Combat and skills
The game combines melee and ranged combat, alchemy, stealth, crime mechanics and horseback combat. A dialogue skill system, covering Oratory, Charisma, Intimidation, Appearance, Coercion and Dominate, lets many situations be resolved through speech. PC Gamer called it ludicrously ambitious, supporting varied playstyles.
World and technology
The open world includes regions such as Trosky and Kuttenberg and recreates Bohemia authentically. Critics praised its immersion and optimization, and one cited stunning naturalistic lighting.
Strengths
- Very high historical authenticity and immersion
- Many ways to resolve situations through dialogue skills
- A world twice the size of the first game, well optimized
- PC Gamer Game of the Year and multiple awards
Weaknesses
- Slow pacing and simulation mechanics demand patience
- Sword combat takes time to learn
- No magic or flashy action like many other RPGs
What Critics Say
Metacritic lists 89 on PC and 88 on PS5 and Xbox, with OpenCritic at 95% recommend. PC Gamer named it Game of the Year and called it ludicrously ambitious. It also won Narrative, RPG and Players' Voice at the Ultra Game Awards and earned a BAFTA nomination for narrative.
It was also a commercial success with over 1 million copies on day one and over 6 million by June 2026.
Who Is It For
For players who like deeply immersive RPGs, medieval European history and a slower pace. If you want fast combat, magic or relentless pacing, this is not the first pick. Players who missed the first game can still jump in.
OtaHub Score
Verdict
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is an ambitious, authentic and well-polished historical RPG, one of the best games of 2025. OtaHub scores it 9.4/10.
FAQ
Do I need to play the first game?
Not required; the game can be played as a standalone experience in 1403 Bohemia.
Does the game have magic?
No, it is a historical RPG focused on authenticity.
How many copies has it sold?
Over 1 million on day one and over 6 million by June 2026.