"Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Sets New Player Record Repeatedly"

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 has been setting new benchmarks for concurrent player numbers on Steam daily since its release. Dive into the details of its triumphant launch and what the future holds for this immersive game.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2’s Stellar Opening Weekend

Surpassing 250,000 Concurrent Steam Players

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 (KCD2) has achieved a remarkable milestone by reaching over 250,000 concurrent players on Steam as of February 9, 2025. The game's Creative Director, Daniel Vávra, proudly announced on Twitter (X) that KCD2 hit a peak of 256,206 concurrent players. Since its launch, the game has consistently broken its own records for concurrent players each day from February 4 to February 9.

• 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. Currently, it 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 1 million copies sold at launch, the game is on track to reach 2 million units sold soon.

The Secret Behind KCD2’s Immersive Experience

The success of KCD2's opening weekend can be attributed to Warhorse Studios' meticulous attention to detail, enhancing player immersion and enjoyment. Building on the series' reputation for realism, KCD2 introduces new elements that transport players to a 15th-century medieval setting. Features like food spoilage, the need to clean clothes and armor, and the necessity of sharpening swords to maintain their effectiveness have been further refined.

KCD2 Senior Game Designer Ondřej Bittner shared insights with GamesRadar on a novel stealth mechanic. He explained that as players accumulate dirt and grime, they can acquire a debuff that affects their stealth capabilities. "If you get the debuff, you know, your body odour, you smell. There's like a circle around you," Bittner said, adding, "Basically, you're broadcasting, like, I'm here."

The game also introduces "handgonnes," early firearms that reflect the era's technology. Bittner discussed with PC Gamer how these weapons, though challenging to use and inaccurate, add a unique flavor to the gameplay. "So we knew it was going to be a meme weapon, but we were cool with it," he admitted.

KCD2 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.

Looking Ahead: KCD2’s Post-Launch Roadmap

Warhorse Studios has outlined an exciting post-launch roadmap to keep players engaged throughout 2025. KCD2 will offer free updates alongside paid DLC content.

The free updates, slated for Spring 2025, include the Barber feature, Hardcore mode, and Horse Racing. Paid DLCs will follow in Summer with "Brushes with Death," Autumn with "Legacy of the Forge," and Winter with "Mysteria Ecclesiae."

With its impressive launch and an ambitious roadmap, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is poised to continue its 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 details, visit our Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 page.