Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 has been shattering its concurrent player records on Steam every day since its release. Dive into the details of the game's phenomenal success and what the future holds for this medieval masterpiece.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2’s Opening Weekend Success
250,000+ Concurrent Steam Players And Counting
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 (KCD2) has soared to new heights, reaching over 250,000 concurrent players on Steam as of February 9, 2025. Creative Director Daniel Vávra proudly shared on Twitter (X) that the game hit a peak of 256,206 concurrent players. Since its launch, KCD2 has consistently broken its own records:
- February 4: 159,351 concurrent Steam players
- February 5: 176,285 concurrent Steam players
- February 6: 185,582 concurrent Steam players
- February 7: 190,194 concurrent Steam players
- February 8: 233,586 concurrent Steam players
- February 9: 256,206 concurrent Steam players
Reports suggest that KCD2 has sold approximately 890,000 copies on Steam alone. It currently ranks as the 2nd top-selling game on Steam, just behind Counter-Strike 2, and the 5th most-played game, trailing CS2, Dota 2, Marvel Rivals, and Banana. With an impressive 1 million copies sold at launch, KCD2 is on track to reach 2 million sales soon.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2’s Attention To Detail
The success of KCD2's opening weekend can be attributed to Warhorse Studios' meticulous attention to detail, enhancing immersion and enjoyment. Known for its commitment to realism, the series continues to push boundaries with features like food spoilage, clothing maintenance, and weapon upkeep. KCD2 introduces new elements that further immerse players in a 15th-century medieval world.
Senior Game Designer Ondřej Bittner shared with GamesRadar a new stealth mechanic where players accumulate dirt and grime, eventually triggering a debuff. "If you get the debuff that, you know, your body odour, you smell. There's like a circle around you," Bittner explained. "Basically, you're broadcasting, like, I'm here."
The game also introduces "handgonnes," early firearms that reflect the era's technology. Bittner told PC Gamer that these weapons are challenging to use, with long reload times and poor accuracy, making them a "meme weapon" but an authentic one.
PR Manager Tobias Stolz-Zwilling emphasized their focus on authenticity over hyperaccuracy. "We want to have an intriguing and cool and fun and nice videogame. However, we try extremely hard to make it as authentic as possible. We double check the stuff, so that when the player plays it, or whenever someone checks it, that the things that are listed in there are at least plausible," he stated.
Post-Launch Roadmap
Warhorse Studios has outlined a comprehensive post-launch roadmap to keep players engaged. KCD2 will offer free updates and paid DLC content throughout 2025. Free updates include the Barber feature, Hardcore mode, and Horse Racing, expected in Spring 2025. Paid DLCs will roll out in Summer with "Brushes with Death," Autumn with "Legacy of the Forge," and Winter with "Mysteria Ecclesiae."
With its stellar opening weekend and a robust roadmap, KCD2 is poised to continue its commercial success, potentially breaking more records along the way.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. For more information, visit our Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 page.
