It's Over, Kingdom Come Deliverance 2

After careful consideration, I've decided to uninstall Kingdom Come: Deliverance II. This will be my final post on the subject. My previous post detailed my deep unease with the Istvan Toth storyline, which depicts the grooming of a child. (more here). I'm still troubled by the lack of broader discussion around this. Moreover, I recently learned that Hans Capon is canonically a teenager, according to the game's own Codex. This creates a deeply uncomfortable dynamic with Henry's romantic options. Taken in combination, it doesn't appear accidental.

These concerns, coupled with other problematic elements such as closing the churches, have ultimately led me to stop playing.

I'm a 49-year-old gamer with a lifelong passion for the medium. From Atari's "Boxing" to the present day, I've seen a lot. Kingdom Come: Deliverance I was a truly exceptional experience, which made the sequel's shortcomings all the more disappointing.

I suspect the studio's reputation from the first game significantly contributed to KCD2's initial sales. However, the game's declining player base suggests that the problematic content is alienating players. While the core gameplay and visuals are commendable, I believe the controversy will impact future sales.

Perhaps I'll go back and play KCD1 again once the icky feeling of 2 washes off, but if not. I'm happy I got far enough to get my father's sword back. That's enough for me.