Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Sells 1 Million Copies in 24 Hours

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 position, ranking 12th among all 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 97% critic recommendation rate.

Addressing Critical Feedback

Despite the overwhelmingly positive response, KCD2 has not been without its critics. Creative Director Daniel Vávra publicly addressed some negative reviews on Twitter (X), acknowledging the disparity between the game's generally high ratings and certain lower scores from specific outlets. These lower scores often described the game as tedious or overly demanding. Vávra responded to these criticisms, subtly questioning the journalistic integrity of the reviewers.

Countering Online Backlash

Vávra also actively countered online attacks targeting KCD2's inclusion of same-sex romance options. He highlighted several Metacritic user reviews labeling the game as "historically inaccurate DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) game," urging fans to review the game themselves and report any automated negative comments. He reiterated that the LGBTQ+ content is entirely optional, emphasizing the game's open-world nature and player agency in shaping their experience.