Larkspur, Calif. (April 15, 2025) — Today, publisher Deep Silver and developer Warhorse Studios have officially added Hardcore Mode to Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, giving players a brutal new way to experience the land of medieval Bohemia.
Hardcore Mode turns Kingdom Come: Deliverance II into a true test of survival. Henry’s location is no longer permanently shown on the map, there is no compass to guide you, and fast travel is disabled, forcing you to navigate the world entirely on your own. Raising the stakes further, players need to select at least three permanent negative traits at the start of the game, such as Bad Back, meaning you can carry less weight; Somnambulant, which means sleepwalking and waking up in random places; or Hangry Henry, who is even more obsessed with food than usual.
This is an evolution of a mode that existed in the original Kingdom Come: Deliverance designed to create a new level of immersion in the game.
Karel Kolmann, senior game designer at Warhorse Studios, explained that they wanted the Hardcore Mode to be as good as it was in the first game, but not a carbon copy.
“We only kept a couple of the first game’s perks, and then we made new ones to provide a completely new challenge,” he said. “It’s not just about making the game harder either, it’s about making it more immersive too.
“In the first game’s Hardcore Mode, we did things like disabling your map position and removing the compass, but we’ve gone further this time. We’ve added the option to ask different NPCs about your location in the world, which is something more immersive. You can run into travellers on the road and ask for directions,” he added.
You can read more from Karel and see the full list of Hardcore Mode perks at https://kingdomcomerpg.com
For those who missed out on the Gallant Huntsman Kit (originally included as part of the Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Gold Edition), your FOMO ends here, because this kit is now available as DLC.
Whether you’re tracking down your parents’ killers or stalking game in the forest, you can now look the part with the Gallant Huntsman's Kit. From sporting St. Hubert’s hunting cap, firing bolts at your quarry with Artemis' crossbow, or looking dapper in Nimrod’s famous hunting coat, this hunting garb is a must-have for the aspiring ranger.
What does the Gallant Huntsman's Kit include?
- St. Hubert hat: Hunting cap based on a legend about St. Hubert
- Master huntsman's hood: Adorned with pearls to protect from the elements
- Nimrod coat: Hunting coat based on the famous hunter Nimrod
- “Master huntsman's hose: Trousers for a proper hunter
- Master huntsman's gloves: Hunting gloves crafted from leather for manipulating weapons and downing game
- Master huntsman's boots: Hunting boots well-made from leather for stable movement through dense forest
- Artemis' crossbow: A new type of ranged weapon perfect for hunting Hunting bolt: 30 bolts to use with the crossbow
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is out now on PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro, and Xbox Series X|S - available in Standard, Gold, and Collector's Editions.
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About Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is a true sequel to its predecessor but developed and written in such a way that it is perfect for newcomers and longtime fans alike.
Diving back into the heart-pounding world of 15th Century Bohemia (Central Europe), Kingdom Come: Deliverance II picks up where its predecessor left off, thrusting players into the shoes of Henry, the steadfast son of a blacksmith, embroiled in a tumultuous tale of vengeance, betrayal, and self-discovery.
In this gripping sequel, players will traverse a meticulously crafted medieval landscape, from the humble confines of a blacksmith's forge to the grandeur of royal courts, all while navigating the treacherous currents of a kingdom torn apart by civil war.
About Warhorse Studio
Warhorse was founded in 2011 by industry veterans Dan Vávra, creator of Mafia and Mafia 2, and Martin Klíma, formerly of ALTAR. Combined creativity of the experienced team gave birth to the Kingdom Come: Deliverance Saga - an open world, realistic, single player RPG set in medieval Czech Kingdom. Kingdom Come: Deliverance successfully released on 13 February 2018 for PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One and sold over 8 million copies.
Warhorse Studios is a PLAION company.
About PLAION
PLAION is a dynamic and diversified business in the global entertainment sector, masterfully crafting franchises that captivate audiences worldwide. Boasting a vast network of eight game development studios, fifteen regional publishing offices, three game publishing labels including Deep Silver, and PLAION PICTURES as an independent film publisher and distributor, the company extends its influence with merchandise production and expansive distribution capabilities across the globe. Founded three decades ago, PLAION has firmly established itself within the entertainment arena. With a diverse range of services and solutions, PLAION stands as the premier publishing partner for console and PC games across both physical and digital channels. Moreover, its strong foothold in the Virtual Reality (VR) domain highlights the company's commitment to varied gaming experiences. PLAION is an Embracer Group company.
About Deep Silver
Deep Silver is PLAION’s flagship publishing label, and the home of captivating gaming worlds from the gripping post-apocalypse of Metro, to the twisted paradises of Dead Island to the authentic Medieval landscapes of Kingdom Come Deliverance. For more information, please visit www.deepsilver.com