Kingdom Come: Deliverance Receives Next-Gen Upgrade with Major Visual Enhancements
Western RPG fans have something to celebrate as Kingdom Come: Deliverance has officially received a next-gen upgrade. Following the strong reception of its sequel, which recently stood among Game of the Year contenders, Deep Silver and Warhorse Studios have announced a visually enhanced version of the original title, available as a free update for existing players.
A More Immersive Medieval World
The next-gen update significantly improves the game’s presentation, bringing Kingdom Come: Deliverance closer to modern visual standards. Players can now experience higher-resolution textures, improved lighting, and smoother frame rates, with support for 4K resolution on capable hardware. These enhancements make medieval Bohemia feel more alive than ever, from dense forests to sprawling castles and countryside villages.
Performance optimizations also ensure a more stable experience, addressing long-standing technical limitations from the original release.
A Grounded RPG Built on Realism
For those unfamiliar, Kingdom Come: Deliverance is a first-person open-world RPG that emphasizes historical authenticity. Player’s step into the role of Henry, the son of a blacksmith whose life is torn apart by civil war. After narrowly escaping a brutal attack, Henry is drawn into a journey of survival, revenge, and personal growth amid a realistically depicted medieval setting.
Combat, dialogue, and quest progression are shaped by player choice, with consequences that ripple through the story. Character development revolves around skill mastery, equipment selection, and learning through practice rather than traditional fantasy tropes.
Free Upgrade for Existing Players
One of the most welcome aspects of this announcement is that the next-gen version is available as a free download for owners of the original game. The upgraded version is now playable on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. A physical release for the next-gen edition is planned for the future, while no updates have been announced for other platforms at this time.
With its enhanced visuals and smoother performance, Kingdom Come: Deliverance’s next-gen upgrade offers the perfect excuse to return to Bohemia or experience this historically grounded RPG for the first time.
