Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Gets an Earlier Release Date
Warhorse Studios has announced that Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 will now release a week earlier than originally planned, moving up from February 11, 2025, to February 4, 2025. The announcement, shared by Warhorse PR manager Tobias Stolz-Zwilling, was lighthearted:
“So you can start 2025 with the best game there is. Right?”
While it’s exciting news for fans of the original Kingdom Come: Deliverance—an ambitious and critically acclaimed historical RPG released in 2018—this earlier launch may also reflect a tactical decision to steer clear of an overcrowded February release schedule.
Why the Date Change Might Be Smart Strategy
February 2025 is shaping up to be one of the busiest months for major game launches in recent memory. Here’s a look at the heavy hitters sharing the month with Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2:
- February 11: Civilization 7, one of the most anticipated strategy games of the year.
- February 14: Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Ubisoft’s next major title in its flagship series.
- February 18: Avowed, Obsidian’s high-profile RPG.
- February 22: Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, offering a uniquely zany RPG experience.
- February 28: Monster Hunter Wilds, Capcom’s next massive entry in the Monster Hunter franchise.
By moving to February 4, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 avoids direct competition with these titanic releases while carving out a quieter window to capture players’ attention.
What to Expect from Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
The sequel aims to build on the historical drama and immersive systems that made the original game a hit. PC Gamer’s Fraser Brown described it as feeling like the original, but “larger, confident, and extremely tactile.” The game will balance its serious historical themes with moments of humor and unpredictability, a signature feature of the first installment.
Final Thoughts
The earlier release date is great news for fans and a savvy move by Warhorse Studios. Whether the change was driven purely by excitement to get the game into players’ hands sooner or by the need to dodge February’s release avalanche, the extra breathing room should help Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 find its audience.
So, mark your calendars—February 4, 2025, is now the date to start your medieval journey!
