Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2's Phenomenal Debut: One Million Copies Sold in a Day
A Resounding Success Across Platforms
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 (KCD2) has experienced a spectacular launch, achieving both critical acclaim and impressive sales figures across all platforms. Warhorse Studios proudly announced on Twitter (X) that the game surpassed one million copies sold within 24 hours of its February 4, 2025 release – a feat significantly exceeding its predecessor's nine-day milestone.
SteamDB data reveals a concurrent player count peaking at 176,285 within a six-hour period, eclipsing KCD1's all-time high of 96,069. Furthermore, KCD2 secured a prominent 12th position among PlayStation games in the US, as featured on the PlayStation Store homepage. OpenCritic awarded the game a "Mighty" rating, boasting an 89 score and a remarkable 97% critic recommendation rate.
Addressing Critical Feedback and Online Backlash
Despite the overwhelmingly positive reception, KCD2 has not been without its detractors. Creative Director Daniel Vávra publicly acknowledged some negative reviews on Twitter (X), addressing criticisms that described gameplay as tedious or overly demanding. He responded to these lower-than-average scores from certain outlets, highlighting what he perceived as inconsistencies in their journalistic standards.
Vávra also engaged with online criticism targeting the game's inclusion of same-sex romance options. He directly challenged Metacritic user reviews labeling KCD2 as a "historically inaccurate DEI game," urging fans to counter negative reviews and report suspected bot activity. He reiterated that the LGBTQ+ content is entirely optional, emphasizing the game's open-world nature and player agency.
