The creators of Kingdom Come: Deliverance II admitted that the criticism from testers was a good sign for them

Despite the lack of major awards, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II managed to win over audiences. However, the game's path to release was far from smooth: during testing, the project regularly faced harsh criticism, with many predicting its failure. As it later turned out, the developers believed this was precisely the right reaction.

Warhorse Studios lead designer Prokop Jirsa said that playtests were accompanied by a flood of complaints from early players. Testers complained about excessive difficulty, penalties for errors, and the performance of key mechanics, calling for systems to be toned down and the game to be more accessible. However, the team took this feedback as confirmation that the concept was being implemented correctly. The developers initially wanted the player to feel helpless and vulnerable at the beginning of the adventure, with the path to power and influence requiring time and effort.

According to Jirsa, doubts and disputes arose frequently within the studio. The developers debated whether the survival elements were justified, whether it was worth limiting the character's abilities so much and depriving them of basic comforts, including even a place to sleep. Nevertheless, the team consciously stuck to this course, recognizing that it was the contrast between initial weakness and subsequent growth that made progress truly valuable.

At the same time, the final version of Kingdom Come: Deliverance II turned out to be noticeably more user-friendly compared to the first game. Character development in the sequel is faster, and survival elements are kept to a minimum, making the game more accessible to a wider audience. Released in February 2025, the game is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.