Kingdom Come 2 Breaks Player Records

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 (KCD2) has consistently shattered its concurrent player count on Steam since its release. This article delves into the game's remarkable success and its planned future updates.

A Triumphant Opening Weekend: 250,000+ Concurrent Players

As of February 9th, 2025, KCD2 boasted over 250,000 concurrent Steam players, peaking at 256,206 according to Creative Director Daniel Vávra's Twitter (X) announcement. Each day from February 4th to 9th saw a new record high:

• February 4th - 159,351 concurrent players
• February 5th - 176,285 concurrent players
• February 6th - 185,582 concurrent players
• February 7th - 190,194 concurrent players
• February 8th - 233,586 concurrent players
• February 9th - 256,206 concurrent players

Estimates suggest over 890,000 Steam sales alone, placing KCD2 as the second best-selling game on Steam (behind Counter-Strike 2) and fifth most-played (after CS2, Dota 2, Marvel Rivals, and Banana). With 1 million copies sold on launch, the game is likely approaching 2 million total sales.

Meticulous Detail and Immersive Gameplay

Warhorse Studios' dedication to detail is a key factor in KCD2's success. Building upon the series' reputation for realism (rotting food, soiled clothing, sword sharpening, etc.), KCD2 introduces further immersive elements.

Senior Game Designer Ondřej Bittner highlighted a new stealth mechanic involving a "body odor" debuff, impacting gameplay. The introduction of "handgonnes," historically accurate early firearms with realistic limitations (inaccuracy, long reload times, danger to the user), adds another layer of authenticity, even if intended as a somewhat humorous element.

PR Manager Tobias Stolz-Zwilling emphasizes the pursuit of authenticity over hyper-realism, aiming for a compelling and enjoyable gaming experience grounded in plausible historical detail.

A Robust Post-Launch Roadmap

Warhorse Studios' post-launch roadmap ensures continued player engagement through free updates and paid DLC throughout 2025.

Free updates include a barber feature, hardcore mode, and horse racing (Spring 2025). Paid DLC will follow, starting with "Brushes with Death" (Summer), "Legacy of the Forge" (Autumn), and "Mysteria Ecclesiae" (Winter).

KCD2's phenomenal opening weekend success positions it for continued commercial triumph, fueled by these updates and DLC, potentially leading to even more record-breaking achievements.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is available now on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. Visit our Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 page for more details.