Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Smashes Expectations with Huge Player Count on Day One

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 has finally arrived, and many of us have been eagerly awaiting its release. The game is now available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, offering an open-world action RPG experience set in medieval times.

On its first day, the game attracted a significant number of players on Steam. According to SteamDB, it reached a peak of 159,351 concurrent players. This number surpasses the all-time peak of the original Kingdom Come: Deliverance, which had 96,069 concurrent players.

In comparison to other popular RPGs, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2’s launch day numbers are impressive. For instance, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt had a peak of 103,329 concurrent players, and S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl reached 121,335. Even Hades 2 saw a peak of 103,567 players. It’s noteworthy that Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 has surpassed these figures on its first day.

Reviews for the game have been positive. GamingBolt awarded it a 9/10, praising its polished open-world design and engaging story. They noted that while some aspects of realism might slow down gameplay, the intricate dialogue choices and perk system make up for it. The main quest’s character development, plot twists, and cinematography were highlighted as standout features.

As we continue to explore the vast world of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, it will be interesting to see how the player base evolves in the coming days. The game’s strong start suggests it has resonated well with many players.