Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 (KCD2) has shattered its own concurrent player records on Steam daily since launch. This article delves into the game's phenomenal success and its planned future updates.
As of February 9th, 2025, KCD2 boasted over 250,000 concurrent Steam players, peaking at 256,206 according to Creative Director Daniel Vávra's Twitter (X) announcement. Each day from February 4th to 9th saw a new record:
Estimates suggest nearly 890,000 Steam sales alone, placing KCD2 as the second top-selling game on Steam (behind Counter-Strike 2) and fifth most-played (after CS2, Dota 2, Marvel Rivals, and Banana). With 1 million copies sold at launch, KCD2 is rapidly approaching 2 million total sales.
Warhorse Studios' dedication to meticulous detail is a key factor in KCD2's success. Building upon the series' reputation for realism (rotting food, soiled clothing, sword sharpening, etc.), KCD2 introduces even more immersive elements.
Senior Game Designer Ondřej Bittner highlighted a new stealth mechanic involving accumulating dirt and grime, eventually leading to a "body odor" debuff that alerts nearby characters. The inclusion of "handgonnes," historically accurate early firearms with their inherent inaccuracy and long reload times, adds another layer of authenticity, even if intended as a somewhat humorous element.
PR Manager Tobias Stolz-Zwilling emphasized the game's commitment to plausible authenticity over hyper-realism, ensuring an engaging and enjoyable experience while maintaining historical integrity.
Warhorse Studios' post-launch roadmap ensures continued player engagement with free updates and paid DLC throughout 2025. Free updates include a barber feature, hardcore mode, and horse racing (Spring 2025 release). Paid DLC will follow, with "Brushes with Death" (Summer), "Legacy of the Forge" (Autumn), and "Mysteria Ecclesiae" (Winter).
KCD2's phenomenal opening weekend success positions it for continued commercial triumph, fueled by these updates and DLC, potentially breaking even more records in the future.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is available now on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. Visit our Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 page for more details.
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