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Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 devs hope to be the "new kings" of the RPG genre once they release their next medieval game and open-world Lord of the Rings project
Warhorse Studios, developers of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, have expressed ambitions to become leaders in the RPG genre. The studio is working on a new open-world Lord of the Rings RPG and the sequel to Kingdom Come: Deliverance, aiming to create immersive experiences with strong narratives and living worlds.
Forza Horizon 6’s Most Hated Driver Has Become An Internet Legend
A specific AI Drivatar in Forza Horizon 6, known as Bowie Knife99, has become an internet legend and meme due to its unusually aggressive and disruptive driving style. This Drivatar's notoriety has spread beyond the game, with various companies and media outlets humorously acknowledging its infamous status.
New Lord Of The Rings RPG – Here’s Everything We Know About The “Deeply Immersive” Game
Warhorse Studios is developing a new, untitled open-world RPG set in Middle-earth, with a focus on being "deeply immersive." The game is expected to release after Embracer Group's other upcoming title, Kingdom Come, which is targeting a release between April 2027 and March 2028. This new Lord of the Rings game is part of Embracer's broader strategy to revitalize the franchise, following recent less successful titles.
Kingdom Come Dev Teases Lord Of The Rings Game And Next Kingdom Come Project
Warhorse Studios is developing two new major projects: an open-world RPG set in the Kingdom Come universe, slated for release between April 2027 and March 2028, and a deeply immersive game set in The Lord of the Rings universe. The studio also confirmed a movie adaptation of Kingdom Come is in development.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 devs tease that their Lord of the Rings RPG will be "deeply immersive" with a…
Warhorse Studios' upcoming The Lord of the Rings RPG is described as a deeply immersive experience with a living world, interesting characters, and a strong narrative focus. The studio also confirmed that Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is on track for release next fiscal year.
Game Maker's Sketchbook announces selections for 2026 showcase
The Game Maker's Sketchbook has announced its selections for its fifth annual showcase, highlighting concept art, environment art, character designs, and storyboards from games including Pragmata, Borderlands 4, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, and Monument Valley 3. The works are featured in an online gallery and will be exhibited at Summer Game Fest: Play Days in Los Angeles, with prints available for pre-order to support non-profit initiatives.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance Developer Teases Its Lord of the Rings Open World RPG
Warhorse Studios, the developer of Kingdom Come: Deliverance, has teased its upcoming open-world RPG set in the Lord of the Rings universe. The studio has not yet revealed specific details about the game.
Middle-earth RPG is Being Developed by a “Mind-Blowing Ready Team” at Warhorse Studios
Warhorse Studios is developing an open-world Middle-earth RPG as a passion project with a dedicated team. Communications director Tobias Stolz-Zwilling described the game as deeply immersive with a living world, interesting characters, and a strong narrative focus. The studio also confirmed that a new Kingdom Come adventure is in development, with the parent company Embracer Group aiming for a release between April 2027 and March 2028.
Warhorse promises that Middle-earth RPG is a 'passion project' that 'will be a living world' with a…
Warhorse Studios communications director Tobias Stolz-Zwilling stated that their Middle-earth RPG is a 'passion project' that will be a 'living world' with a strong narrative focus. He also mentioned that the next Kingdom Come game is expected to release within the next fiscal year, potentially sooner than expected.
A third Kingdom Come RPG may be released sooner than you think
Warhorse Studios aims to release the next Kingdom Come: Deliverance game within the next fiscal year, which runs from April 1st, 2027, to March 31st, 2028. This is a significantly shorter development window compared to the seven years between the first two titles, leading to fan concerns about potential quality sacrifices. The studio also mentioned a new open-world Middle-earth RPG in development.
New Kingdom Come game could be out as early as next year says Warhorse
Warhorse Studios has indicated that a new Kingdom Come adventure game could launch within the next fiscal year, potentially between April 2027 and March 2028. This title is expected to be a smaller-scale open-world RPG, leveraging assets from Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, while a separate Lord of the Rings game is also in development.
Daniel Vávra criticizes Ubisoft: “They could have made 10 Kingdom Come-sized games by now”
Daniel Vávra, creator of Kingdom Come: Deliverance, criticized Ubisoft's large workforce and perceived inefficiency, suggesting they could develop multiple games the size of Kingdom Come: Deliverance II simultaneously. His comments sparked debate about AAA game development practices, bureaucracy, and the creative freedom of smaller studios compared to larger publishers.
The Next Kingdom Come Game Is a Lot Closer Than You Think
Warhorse Studios has indicated that the next game in the Kingdom Come series is closer than anticipated, targeting a release between April 2027 and March 2028. This follows the February 2025 release of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, suggesting a quicker development cycle than expected for the studio, which is also working on a Lord of the Rings game.
Warhorse’s New Kingdom Come Adventure is An Open-World RPG
Warhorse Studios has announced two new projects: an open-world RPG set in J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth and a new Kingdom Come adventure, which will also be an open-world RPG. The new Kingdom Come title is expected to release in fiscal year 2027, and is led by Prokop Jirsa, lead designer on Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. Details on the Middle-earth RPG are scarce, though rumors suggest Crystal Dynamics is also working on a Lord of the Rings game.
Warhorse Says New Kingdom Come Game Is Still An “Open World RPG” Made In “The Warhorse Way”
Warhorse Studios has announced a new Kingdom Come game, confirming it will be an open-world RPG developed in "The Warhorse Way." While details are scarce, the studio indicated it is set for release within the next fiscal year, potentially hinting at a spin-off rather than a direct sequel to Kingdom Come: Deliverance.
Kingdom Come Dev Confirms Next Installment Is an 'Open-World RPG' Set to Launch Next Fiscal Year
Warhorse Studios has confirmed that the next installment in the Kingdom Come series will be an open-world RPG. The game is slated for release within the next fiscal year.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 director says Ubisoft is the size of "70 Warhorse sized studios" even "after layoffs," and it could make "10 KCD2 sized games, each developed for 7 years, released every year"
Warhorse Studios director Daniel Vávra commented on Ubisoft's large workforce, stating that the company's 16,600 employees are equivalent to about 70 Warhorse-sized studios. He suggested this scale could allow for the annual release of multiple Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2-sized games. The article also touches on Ubisoft's recent layoffs and game cancellations.
The next Kingdom Come game is an "open-world RPG," Warhorse confirms
Warhorse Studios has confirmed that the next Kingdom Come title will be an open-world RPG, distinct from their Middle-earth project. The studio also revealed that Prokop Jirsa will lead the Kingdom Come franchise, while Viktor Bocan will head the Lord of the Rings game. The new Kingdom Come game is tentatively slated for release between April 2027 and March 2028.
An open-world Lord of the Rings RPG from the Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 studio feels even more perfect when you spot all the Tolkien references in Warhorse's latest game
Warhorse Studios, the developer of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, has confirmed rumors that they are working on an open-world Lord of the Rings RPG. The article highlights numerous Lord of the Rings references found within Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 as evidence that this new project is a natural fit for the studio.
Ubisoft has staff for '70 Warhorse-sized studios' after cuts, says Kingdom Come director—'That could be 10 KCD2-sized games… released every year'
Kingdom Come: Deliverance director Daniel Vávra commented on Ubisoft's recent layoffs, stating the company still has enough staff to operate 70 studios the size of Warhorse. He suggested this workforce could produce ten games the size of Kingdom Come 2 annually. The article also touches on Ubisoft's broader management issues and Vávra's history of controversial statements.
