Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Is Doubling Down on Medieval Drama in Kuttenberg's Silver Rush
A New Chapter in the Saga of Bohemian Politics and Power Struggles
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is taking players even deeper into the political and social turmoil of medieval Bohemia, with the historic city of Kuttenberg playing a central role in the game’s narrative. This city, renowned for its silver mines, serves as the backdrop for a drama that is as much about wealth, power, and class struggles as it is about personal vengeance. As the largest urban area in the game, Kuttenberg is poised to shape much of the player’s experience, offering not just a setting, but a complex, living world of intrigue and tension.
In an exclusive interview with Warhorse Studios PR manager Tobias Stolz-Zwilling, Game Rant explored how the developers are integrating Kuttenberg’s rich history and political strife into the gameplay of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. Stolz-Zwilling shared insights into how the city’s economic boom, driven by silver, stoked social tensions and fueled the rise of powerful factions. The town's political and social struggles will be key elements of the story, with players experiencing firsthand the complicated dynamics of medieval Bohemia.
Kuttenberg’s Role in Medieval Bohemia: Silver, Power, and Conflict
Kuttenberg, or Kutná Hora, was one of the most vital cities in medieval Europe, thanks to the wealth generated by its silver mines. This wealth transformed the city into an economic powerhouse, but it also made it a battleground for power. The silver rush didn't just elevate the nobility; it allowed "regular" citizens to amass wealth and influence, leading to a dramatic reshaping of class structures. As these new wealthy individuals began to challenge the established social order, political tensions escalated.
Stolz-Zwilling explained that silver became the linchpin of Kuttenberg's influence. "Everything revolved around silver," he said. The city’s thriving mines attracted not just merchants and artisans, but entrepreneurs from all walks of life. With wealth came power, and the divide between the lower and upper classes grew sharper. This clash between the old nobility and the new wealthy entrepreneurs is set to play a central role in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.
A Personal Journey in a City of Division
At the time of the game’s setting, Kuttenberg is under the control of King Sigismund of Hungary, which introduces a layer of political drama to the story. The city’s inhabitants, divided over which monarch to support, find themselves torn between the rightful but idle king and the powerful, yet foreign, invader. This political schism is compounded by the personal motivations of Henry, the game’s protagonist, whose own vendetta against Sigismund will force him to navigate the turmoil with caution and strategy.
“Henry will have to stay on his toes in Kuttenberg," Stolz-Zwilling explained. "The people of Bohemia were deeply divided over which king to support, and Henry's own journey is tangled up in this conflict.” The narrative promises to explore not only the external political and social chaos but also Henry’s own emotional and personal growth as he seeks justice for the murder of his parents—a tragedy linked to Sigismund’s invasion.
Navigating Political Strife in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
With Kuttenberg as a focal point, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is set to immerse players in a richly detailed world of medieval politics. The city’s silver-driven economy, its role in Bohemia’s political instability, and the personal stakes for Henry create a complex web of tension that will drive the narrative. Players will have to carefully consider their choices, forging alliances, navigating rivalries, and engaging in the kind of medieval drama that defined the era.
The historical authenticity that Kingdom Come: Deliverance is known for will remain at the forefront, making the city of Kuttenberg more than just a setting—it will be a character in its own right, full of stories, struggles, and opportunities for players to uncover. With the fate of Bohemia hanging in the balance, Henry’s journey through the silver-rich city will be fraught with danger, intrigue, and the chance for power.