Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 Dev Dismisses Saudi Arabia Ban Claims

Kingdom Come Deliverance II is making headlines as developer Daniel Vávra denies rumors of a ban in Saudi Arabia due to an alleged unskippable gay cutscene. Vávra clarified on social media that the game does not feature unskippable content, allowing players to make their own decisions regarding interactions, including same-sex relationships. Set to release on February 4, 2025, this sequel promises a more diverse experience as protagonist Henry journeys from rural life to a vibrant city amidst conflict, introducing a range of ethnic characters. This change in diversity has sparked discussions around the growing trend of 'woke' narratives in gaming.

No, Kingdom Come Deliverance II is not banned in any countries according to developer Daniel Vávra. He emphasized that game mechanics, including character interactions, are purely optional and that there are no unskippable scenes.

Kingdom Come Deliverance, the predecessor released in 2018, is known for its commitment to historical accuracy within the medieval setting of Bohemia. The first game sparked discussions about representation, particularly its near-exclusive focus on white characters. The sequel aims to address this by incorporating a more diverse cast, while still being rooted in the historical context of 1403 Bohemia. With a narrative entwined with social norms of the time, players can anticipate a richer storytelling experience this time around.