Henry’s journey in Kingdom Come Deliverance II continues as Warhorse Studios and Deep Silver today drop a new story and feature.
Standby as you get hit by the launch of Brushes with Death, the first captivating story expansion for the acclaimed RPG, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II. Priced at £4.99, this narrative DLC arrives alongside a significant free Update 1.3, which introduces an exciting horse racing feature for all players.
Brushes with Death: Unravel an Artistic Enigma
In this first paid story expansion, players will once again step into the boots of Henry as he encounters a quirky, mysterious artist. Drawn into a web of intricate plans, Henry must help this enigmatic figure uncover his past and complete the most important painting of his life.
- A New Questline: Embark on a series of engaging quests that span both vast maps of the Kingdom Come: Deliverance II world. Henry will need to find, persuade, and sometimes even eliminate a host of familiar and unfamiliar characters to aid his new companion.
- Uncover Deep Secrets: Delve into the mystery surrounding the artist. Who is he? How does he possess such knowledge? And what is the significance of the painted human skull he carries?
- New Feature – Shield Painting: Unleash your creativity with a brand-new shield customisation feature.
Brushes with Death allows players to visually modify their shields with over 100 unique designs and colour combinations, reflecting their personal style.
Free Update 1.3 Gallops In: Horse Racing & More
Releasing today alongside the paid DLC, Update 1.3 brings significant free content and improvements for all Kingdom Come: Deliverance II players:
- Free Horse Racing Feature: Saddle up for thrilling new equestrian challenges!Horse Racing Contests: Compete against three opponents across a variety of routes and difficulties designed to push your horse-handling skills to their limits.
- Mounted Archery Contests: Test your observation, accuracy, and intuition as you ride along a pre-made course, shooting targets from horseback.
- Quality of Life Improvements: The update also includes continued quality of life enhancements and bug fixes to further refine the overall gameplay experience.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Gold Edition & Expansion Pass
For those seeking the complete medieval experience, the Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Gold Edition includes the base game, the Gallant Huntsman’s Kit, and the Expansion Pass.
The Expansion Pass grants access to all three planned paid story DLCs (including Brushes with Death) as well as the Shields of Season passing pack.
More Adventures in a Critically Acclaimed World
This new content arrives to further enrich a game already praised for its depth and immersion. In our 4.5/5 review of Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, we stated: “I enjoyed Kingdom Come: Deliverance II even more than its predecessor… offering a more polished experience with improved visuals, a larger world, and a deeper narrative… If you enjoyed the original, you’ll appreciate Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, especially with the promise of additional story content on the horizon. I’m eager to see where Henry’s journey leads him next.“
Brushes with Death is the first of three planned narrative expansions for Kingdom Come: Deliverance II. It is available for individual purchase or is automatically included for owners of the Expansion Pass or the Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Gold Edition. Head to the Xbox Store to nab a game download.
And be sure to watch the ‘Brushes with Death’ trailer. You’ll get a glimpse of Henry’s artistic entanglement…
