Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Player Numbers Break Records Again and Again

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

A Triumphant Opening Weekend: Over 250,000 Concurrent Players

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

• 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 an initial million-copy launch, KCD2 is potentially nearing two million sales.

Immersive Detail: The Key to KCD2's Success

Warhorse Studios' meticulous attention to detail is a major factor in KCD2's success. Building on the series' reputation for realism (perishable food, cleaning mechanics, sword sharpening, etc.), KCD2 introduces further immersive elements. Senior Game Designer Ondřej Bittner highlighted a new stealth mechanic involving accumulating dirt and grime, eventually leading to a noticeable odor debuff that alerts nearby enemies.

The inclusion of "handgonnes," historically accurate early firearms, is another example. Bittner, speaking with PC Gamer, emphasized the weapons' historical inaccuracy, long reload times, and inherent danger, acknowledging their potential as a "meme weapon."

KCD2 PR Manager Tobias Stolz-Zwilling clarified the studio's approach: authenticity over hyper-accuracy. The goal is a fun and engaging game while maintaining historical plausibility.

A Robust Post-Launch Roadmap

Warhorse Studios has outlined a post-launch roadmap featuring free updates and paid DLC throughout 2025. Free updates include a barber feature, hardcore mode, and horse racing (Spring 2025 release). Paid DLC will launch sequentially: Brushes with Death (Summer), Legacy of the Forge (Autumn), and Mysteria Ecclesiae (Winter).

KCD2's phenomenal opening weekend success positions it for continued commercial success, fueled by these updates and DLC, potentially leading to further 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.