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Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 developer won't confirm whether it’s working on a Lord of the Rings game, but has said whatever comes next, it will be "an RPG true to our colours"
Warhorse Studios is working on a new immersive RPG, though they have not confirmed if it is a Lord of the Rings game. Content director Ondřej Bittner stated that the project will be "an RPG true to our colours - huge, story-driven and immersive" and that more details will be revealed in the near future. The studio also recently faced controversy regarding the reported use of AI for translation.
Kingdom Come devs discuss next game and Lord Of The Rings rumours
Warhorse Studios, developers of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, have addressed rumors linking them to a Lord of the Rings project. While not confirming anything, the studio's community manager and content director offered coy responses when asked about the speculation. They did confirm their next game is a large, immersive RPG, but did not specify the intellectual property.
Kingdom Come devs respond to Lord of the Rings game rumour: "I cannot disclose details but I can tell it is a huge, immersive RPG"
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 developers Warhorse Studios are responding to rumors that they are developing a Lord of the Rings game for Embracer. While not confirming or denying the speculation, content director Ondrej Bittner stated they are working on a "huge, immersive RPG." Community manager Tom Grey also addressed the rumors on Reddit, indicating they cannot comment on future projects.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Devs Answered Fan Questions on Reddit and Inevitably Most Were About AI
Warhorse Studios, the developer of Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, faced fan questions on Reddit regarding their use of generative AI. The studio was also criticized for allegedly dismissing a translator to reduce costs.
Asked about Kingdom Come: Deliverance 3, Warhorse Studios vaguely teases "there are plans in motion"
Warhorse Studios has vaguely teased that plans are in motion for a potential Kingdom Come: Deliverance 3. During a Reddit AMA, studio content director Ondřej Bittner stated that there are plans for an immersive RPG, though he did not offer specific details about a sequel.
Kingdom Come Dev Responds To Accusation That It Fired A Dev To Save Money With AI
Warhorse Studios confirmed its use of AI in game development but stated it is not used for final content and not intended to replace human employees. This response comes after an accusation that a translator was fired to cut costs using AI. The studio is hiring new human translators and is also working on a new RPG, potentially a new The Lord of the Rings game.
A New The Lord Of The Rings Game From Kingdom Come Studio? Here's How The Dev Responded To The Rumor
Czech developer Warhorse Studios, known for Kingdom Come: Deliverance, has responded to rumors about developing a new The Lord of the Rings game. While not confirming specifics, the studio stated they are working on a large, immersive RPG and intend to stay within the genre. This follows reports that Embracer Group, which owns the gaming rights to The Lord of the Rings and Warhorse, is exploring multiple new game projects within the franchise.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance Developer’s Next Game is a “Huge, Immersive RPG”
Warhorse Studios, known for Kingdom Come: Deliverance, has confirmed it is working on a "huge, immersive RPG." While rumors suggest a The Lord of the Rings title, the studio remains silent on specifics. The article also touches on other potential Lord of the Rings game projects and the cancellation of Amazon Games' MMORPG.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 studio insists AI used in "early stages of production" only, dodges questions about translator allegedly replaced by AI but says "we do not see AI as a substitute for human work"
Warhorse Studios addressed concerns about AI usage in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 during a Reddit AMA, stating AI was only used in the early stages of production. Creative director Prokop Jirsa declined to comment on a specific translator's claim of being replaced by AI but assured that the studio plans to employ the same number of human translators as for the first game, emphasizing they do not see AI as a substitute for human work.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 devs won't confirm or deny making a Lord of the Rings game, but are definitely making an "immersive RPG rich with details" that's "hopefully not so buggy"
Warhorse Studios, the developer behind Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, confirmed they are working on a new, large-scale, immersive RPG rich with details. While the studio did not confirm or deny rumors of developing a Lord of the Rings game, they emphasized their commitment to the RPG genre and improving game stability.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 boss sympathizes with "struggle for survival" of GTA-inspired crime game from Just Cause lead, says it "could easily have happened" to Warhorse's RPG
Daniel Vávra, director of Kingdom Come: Deliverance, expressed sympathy for the troubled launch of Samson, a new crime game from a co-director of Just Cause. Vávra noted that the struggles faced by Samson, including layoffs and rushed self-publishing, could have easily happened to his own studio's RPGs. He believes the unpredictable nature of game development means more such stories are likely in the future.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 devs host Reddit Q&A that turns bloodier than the red wedding
Warhorse Studios, developers of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, faced significant backlash during a Reddit Q&A following their decision to replace a human translator with AI. Redditors heavily criticized the studio's choice, questioning the impact on creative industries and the quality of AI-generated translations.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 star fan-casts himself as Aragorn in rumored Lord of the Rings game, would "nudge it away" from being anything like RPG hero Henry
Tom McKay, the voice actor for Henry in Kingdom Come: Deliverance, has expressed interest in portraying Aragorn in a potential Lord of the Rings game developed by Warhorse Studios. McKay stated he would prefer to play a character with a different vibe than Henry, exploring a broader range of roles.
Kingdom Come Dev Donates Steam Sales to Save Real Castle
Warhorse Studios is donating $1 from every Steam sale of Kingdom Come: Deliverance this week to help preserve Pirkštejn Castle in the Czech Republic, which inspired the game's setting. This initiative aims to blend entertainment with historical preservation, potentially serving as a model for other developers working with historical settings.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance devs are donating $1 of every copy sold on Steam this week to the real-life Pirkštejn Castle, preserving the actual history behind Henry's home
Warhorse Studios is donating $1 from every copy of Kingdom Come: Deliverance sold on Steam this week to support the preservation of Pirkštejn Castle, a significant in-game location. The game is currently on sale for 80% off as part of the Steam Medieval Fest, with Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 also available at a discount.
Kingdom Come Dev Donating Money To Help Restore IRL Castle Featured In The Game
Warhorse Studios, the developer of Kingdom Come: Deliverance, is donating $1 from each sale of the game during the Steam Medieval Fest to help restore the real-life Pirkštejn castle featured in the game. The campaign aims to raise CZK 2.5 million for the reconstruction of the castle's bell tower, with the festival running until April 27.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch lead at BAFTA Awards 2026
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch each won three awards at the BAFTA Awards 2026. Clair Obscur secured Best Game, Debut Game, and Performer in a Leading Role for Jennifer English, while Dispatch won for Animation, Audio Achievement, and Performer in a Supporting Role for Jeffrey Wright. Ilkka Paananen, CEO of Supercell, received a BAFTA Fellowship.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 director "really proud" the gay romance he pushed for, which is somehow totally different to "woke" games' representation, is up for awards
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2's creative director Daniel Vávra expressed pride in the game's portrayal of a gay romance option, contrasting it with what he calls "woke" games. He emphasized player choice and natural integration, while also stating his annoyance with forced "woke" content in the entertainment industry. The game received award nominations from Gayming Magazine for its LGBTQ+ representation.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 chief "really proud" of LGBT Gayming Awards nom, insists Henry and Hans' gay romance isn't "woke" like other RPGs
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 has received two nominations at the Gayming Awards, including for its portrayal of a gay romance between characters Henry and Sir Hans Capon. Developer Warhorse Studios co-founder Daniel Vávra expressed pride in the nominations, asserting that the game's approach to LGBTQ+ themes is not "woke" and offers player choice without being overly explicit.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Lead Says His LGBTQ+ Award Nom Isn't "Woke"
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 creative director Daniel Vávra expressed pride in the game's Gayming Awards nominations, including for its LGBTQ+ character representation, while also stating his continued dislike for what he calls "woke" content in media. Vávra, who previously stepped down from his role at Warhorse Studios, also commented on the game's sales success and the studio's pivot towards AI.
