Warhorse Studios has officially offered fans a detailed preview of what’s next for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, confirming that a major free update will launch on September 9, 2025, alongside the release of the highly anticipated Legacy of the Forge DLC. This upcoming patch is set to bring meaningful quality-of-life improvements, with a strong focus on enhancing the game’s photo mode, while also addressing community-requested features and bug fixes.
A Strong First Six Months for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
Since its release earlier this year, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 has been met with critical and fan acclaim, praised for its realistic approach to medieval role-playing, deep narrative design, and impressive world-building. Despite being a single-player RPG, Warhorse has kept the community engaged through consistent updates and new content drops. Earlier in May, players received the Brushes with Death DLC, and now the team is preparing to expand the game further with Legacy of the Forge.
What’s New in the Free Update?
The free patch arriving on September 9 will overhaul photo mode with an array of new customization options. According to Warhorse, players will be able to manipulate the time of day, reposition the sun, and adjust various lighting effects to capture the perfect shot. A new option to add logos or watermarks will also be introduced, allowing fans to personalize their in-game photography even further.
Additionally, Warhorse confirmed the update will include hundreds of bug fixes and optimizations designed to improve stability across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. A new Adaptive HUD feature will also make its debut, automatically hiding non-essential UI elements during gameplay to provide a more immersive experience.
Legacy of the Forge DLC Expands Henry’s Story
While the free update is significant on its own, many players are especially excited for Legacy of the Forge, the second major DLC for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. This expansion sees protagonist Henry reconnecting with his family’s blacksmithing heritage, allowing players to rebuild and manage a forge of their own. Beyond crafting, the DLC will introduce new quests, characters tied to Henry’s late father, and expanded opportunities for role-playing and decision-making.
Looking Ahead
Between the free patch and the paid Legacy of the Forge expansion, September is shaping up to be a milestone month for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. Warhorse Studios continues to demonstrate its commitment to supporting the game post-launch, ensuring fans have both technical improvements and fresh story-driven content to look forward to. For players eager to dive back into medieval Bohemia, September 9 is a date worth circling on the calendar.
