Kingdom Come 2：真实历史下的多元化

Warhorse Studios Addresses Backlash Against Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2's Increased Diversity

Warhorse Studios, developers of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 (KCD2), are pushing back against recent online criticism regarding the game's increased diversity. In a February 3, 2025 interview with PC Gamer, PR Manager Tobias Stolz-Zwilling expressed frustration with the ongoing negative commentary. He stated, "Several years ago, we were labeled one way; now it's another. It seems we're constantly being labeled, while we're just trying to create a great game." This follows criticism from some quarters labeling the game's inclusion of LGBTQ+ content and other elements as "woke."

Senior Game Designer Ondřej Bittner echoed this sentiment, stating, "We believe the extreme voices are simply never satisfied."

The Historical Basis of KCD2's Diversity

The game's setting in Kuttenberg, Bohemia's financial center, accounts for its diverse population. Bittner explained, "Kuttenberg's status as the royal mint attracted people from various ethnic backgrounds." He highlighted the presence of Italians, German speakers, a Jewish quarter, and other cultural elements, emphasizing, "It's crucial to represent not only these diverse individuals but also their unique perspectives, something often overlooked in games claiming diversity."

Stolz-Zwilling clarified that neither publisher Plaion nor Embracer Group dictated the game's content; the team's approach was shaped by community feedback, with all inclusions thoroughly vetted. "Everything included has undergone rigorous review," he confirmed.

Pre-Orders Remain Strong Despite Controversy

Addressing rumors of refund requests following the backlash, KCD2 Writer Daniel Vávra tweeted that return rates remain consistent. He attributed recent lower Steam chart rankings to discounted competing titles, citing similar drops in pre-orders for Monster Hunter: Wilds.

Vávra also debunked rumors of a Saudi Arabian ban due to unskippable LGBTQ+ scenes, clarifying that the game's RPG nature allows players agency in their choices and subsequent consequences within the game's historical context. He stated, "It's a ROLE-PLAYING GAME; players are responsible for the consequences of their actions, which must align with the game's historical moral and social norms."

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is available now on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. Visit our Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 page for more details.