Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2’s Post-Launch Roadmap Follows a Welcome Trend from the Original

Warhorse Studios Stays True to Its Proven Formula for Post-Launch Content

After seven years since the release of its predecessor, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is finally on the horizon, with Warhorse Studios aiming to expand significantly upon the ambitious scope and intricate details that made the original game a standout. The sequel promises a host of new features, including a map reportedly twice as large as the first game’s, as well as the addition of mechanics such as blacksmithing, crossbows, and early firearms, all contributing to a more immersive medieval experience.

While the base content of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 appears robust enough to captivate players for countless hours, Warhorse has already revealed its post-launch content roadmap. Fans can look forward to a steady stream of updates, featuring a mix of free content and premium DLC. This hybrid approach mirrors the successful strategy used for the first Kingdom Come: Deliverance, which combined paid expansions with engaging free additions to keep players invested long after release.

A Promising Post-Launch Plan for Longevity

The success of Kingdom Come: Deliverance can largely be attributed to its attention to detail and its deep, realism-driven gameplay. Warhorse originally envisioned an even grander experience, but budget constraints meant that some content had to be added post-launch. Over time, free updates introduced new features such as Hardcore Mode, a Tournament system, and modding support, alongside premium DLC that expanded the narrative and gameplay.

Warhorse appears to be taking a similar approach with Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, with its post-launch roadmap offering a strong mix of free and paid content. According to the plan, 2025 will see the introduction of several free updates released in the spring, including a barber system—potentially allowing Henry’s hair to grow over time—a Hardcore Mode to challenge veteran players, and an exciting horseracing mechanic.

Premium DLC Expands the Experience Further

Following the free updates, Warhorse will roll out three major expansions over the course of the year. The first, Brushes with Death, is expected in the summer and revolves around Henry assisting a mysterious artist with a cryptic past. In the fall, Legacy of the Forge will launch, centering on Henry’s journey to restore the forge in Kuttenberg and become a master blacksmith—echoing elements of the first game’s From the Ashes DLC. Finally, Mysteria Ecclesiae, slated for winter, will have Henry investigating and containing a deadly disease spreading through the Sedletz Monastery.

This blend of supplementary free content and story-driven DLC ensures that Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 remains fresh and engaging long after its initial release. By sticking to a tried-and-true formula that proved successful with the original game, Warhorse Studios is setting KCD2 up for continued success, keeping both longtime fans and newcomers excited for what’s to come.