[SPOILERS] I've had the occasion to play Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, it's worse that you think.

[Shanks]

Hello everyone,

As a representative of a French media outlet specializing in gaming (one of the most well-known in France), I had the opportunity to review a copy of the game for our YouTube channel.

Of course, Warhorse Studios has set clear guidelines on what we’re allowed to show, but as a gamer first and foremost, I feel it’s important to share my honest impressions of the game based on my experience so far. The review copies provided by Warhorse are not final versions and come with certain limitations, so keep in mind that changes could still be made. Additionally, I won’t disclose any information that could reveal my identity or the media outlet I work for.

As of now, I’ve played a total of 50 hours since receiving the copy two weeks ago. While some rumors circulating about the game are false, others hold some truth. I’m not passing judgment on whether these are good or bad; I’m simply sharing the information for you to interpret as you wish.

First Hours of the Game (No Apparent DEI)

The game begins with a dramatic and intense sequence. While traveling to Kuttenberg, you’re ambushed and robbed by bandits. This event also results in your separation from Hans Capon. You later regain consciousness by a riverbank, stripped of all your belongings, which sets the stage for your initial campaign missions. These missions involve gathering basic equipment like armor and a sword while unraveling the reasons behind the attack. Without diving too deeply into spoilers, I’ll say that this portion sets a strong tone for the rest of the game.

Interestingly, there’s a subtle nod to the first game in this sequence, with some dialogue referencing Henry's earlier exploits. These small callbacks will definitely resonate with returning players, and explain KCD I for those who have not played it.

10-20 Hours Into the Game (Musa introduction in Kutna-Hora)

This is when Musa makes his appearance. Musa is a member of Sigismund’s royal court and part of the invading force, serving as a siege-master (similar to the character you meet in Sasau in the first game). He plays a crucial role in the storyline and campaign missions throughout the game. Musa is portrayed as an educated, noble, and intelligent siege-master from the Kingdom of Mali.

20-50 Hours Into the Game (Same-gender romance)

As the game progresses, it becomes clear that Warhorse has leaned into providing more diverse storylines and character interactions. By the third part of the game, after reaching the second map, players are given the option to pursue same-gender romance arcs. For example, there’s a scene where you can kiss Hans Capon after completing a specific mission. This mission involves retrieving the keys to Trotsky’s castle jail and orchestrating his escape.

It’s worth noting that your ability to unlock this romance arc depends heavily on your "reputation" with Hans Capon. In my playthrough, I wasn’t able to trigger this earlier because I didn’t invest enough in building a positive relationship with him during the early stages of the game. This adds a layer of replayability, as your choices and interactions directly affect the storyline.

I hope this gives you a clearer idea of what to expect from the game based on my playthrough so far. Feel free to ask questions!

- Shanks

[Lordofriva]

It's Capon, really? Jesus christ.

EDIT: If this is true of course.

[Shanks]

İlk olarak Lordofriva tarafından gönderildi:

It's Capon, really? Jesus christ.

There's probably more diverse options in the game, according to your relation with the character. I only mentioned Capon as an example since that’s the one I encountered during my playthrough.

[Oops, I Crapped My Pants]

Can you confirm the trans crossdresser side quest and the rumor of a side quest helping a married woman run away and get blacked against the wishes of her family?

[Hotto Doggo(AFK)]

TLDR :(

[Sawyer]

So you are implying if you have a good reputation with any male character they could be a potential deviant?

[Shanks]

İlk olarak Oops, I Crapped My Pants tarafından gönderildi:

Can you confirm the trans crossdresser side quest and the rumor of a side quest helping a married woman run away and get blacked against the wishes of her family?

I haven’t encountered the trans crossdresser side quest or the one about helping a married woman yet, but I’m only about 70% through my playthrough. It’s possible these quests might appear later in the game, or they could depend on specific choices or paths I haven’t taken.

[Field Marshal Zhukov]

Sounds like an incredible game cant wait.

[Bokkop]

No ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ way Hans is the love interest

[Shanks]

İlk olarak Sawyer tarafından gönderildi:

So you are implying if you have a good reputation with any male character they could be a potential deviant?

Not necessarily. Reputation plays a role in unlocking certain interactions or storylines, but it doesn’t automatically mean anything about the character’s preferences or behavior. The game uses reputation as a mechanic to reflect how relationships develop, whether it’s for friendships, alliances, or potential romantic arcs.

[Lordofriva]

@Fusselpulli

Here is your chance at real and legit damage control:

Tell us this is false and close the thread if this is a troll post. If not we are sharing this on Social media.

EDIT: Not ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ on you Shanks, just be cautious

[Shanks]

İlk olarak Bokkop tarafından gönderildi:

No ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ way Hans is the love interest

As said earlier, there's probably more diverse options in the game, according to your relation with the character.

[Oops, I Crapped My Pants]

İlk olarak Shanks tarafından gönderildi:

İlk olarak Oops, I Crapped My Pants tarafından gönderildi:

Can you confirm the trans crossdresser side quest and the rumor of a side quest helping a married woman run away and get blacked against the wishes of her family?

I haven’t encountered the trans crossdresser side quest or the one about helping a married woman yet, but I’m only about 70% through my playthrough. It’s possible these quests might appear later in the game, or they could depend on specific choices or paths I haven’t taken.

Appreciate the response, thanks bro

[Shanks]

İlk olarak Lordofriva tarafından gönderildi:

@Fusselpulli

Here is your chance at real and legit damage control:

Tell us this is false and close the thread if this is a troll post.

Even if everything i've said is true, there's high chances this post gets deleted anyway. Warhorse has provided clear embargo guidelines regarding what we are allowed to share, and I intend to respect those restrictions if this post gets deleted.

[Bokkop]

That dev better tell us this isn't true cause if they made Hans and Henry bum buddies I swear

[Liquid Shadow Cop]

İlk olarak Shanks tarafından gönderildi:

As a representative of a French media outlet specializing in gaming (one of the most well-known in France), I had the opportunity to review a copy of the game for our YouTube channel.

Fan fiction getting wilder with every hour.