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Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 picks up right where the first game left off, so you do need to play the original game.
The original Kingdom Come Deliverance was a sleeper hit in 2018, lauded for its emphasis on realism and near non-existent hand-holding. The game threw you to the wolves in medieval Bohemia, and survival was up to you. The immersive gameplay gelled well with the game’s grounded setting and story, and now developer Warhorse Studios looks to capture lightning in a bottle once again with Kingdom Come Deliverance 2. As the hype around the sequel’s release reaches its apex, you, as a new player, may wonder: Do you need to play the original game before Kingdom Come Deliverance 2? The answer is yes. Yes, you do. Let us discuss it in detail below.
Why You Need To Play the Original Game
Henry of Skalitz
The original Kingdom Come Deliverance follows the story of Henry of Skalitz. A mere son of a blacksmith leading a common life in Skalitz, Henry longs for a life of adventure, a life with a sword in hand, a life with purpose. Destiny grants his wish in a twisted fashion as the Cuman army raids the boy’s village and slays his parents. The once joyous boy’s life is turned upside down as he sets down a path of vengeance.
The original game’s story follows Henry’s growth as a character throughout the three acts of the story. The growth is natural and well-written and you see the blacksmith boy grow into a full-grown man. Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 follows the story right after the events of the first game. Players who missed out on Henry’s development from the first game may not connect with the character the same way. The Hero’s Journey is an integral part of the first story, and that journey determines and makes Henry who he is in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2.
Familiarity With the World
More so than understanding Henry and his motivations, playing the first game gives you an understanding of Bohemia and its political landscape. The first game delves into the political aspects of this war-ravaged land, its impact on the economy as well as the social life of the common man. The second game, with a more mature Henry, is sure to dive deeper into all of these aspects of the world. Hence, we recommend diving into the first game to better understand the intricacies of this gorgeous world.
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