Sony has launched its end-of-year offers on the PlayStation Store, and one of them is particularly talked about. Released in 2018, Kingdom Come: Deliverance is offered at only €5.99or a 80% reduction at its usual rate. Developed by Warhorse Studios, this open-world RPG transported players to the heart of medieval Bohemia with a realism rarely matched.
But be careful, this temporary offer will end December 16 at 3 a.m. ET. PS4 and PS5 owners can therefore still take advantage of a few days to acquire this title which has become cult among a community of enthusiasts.
Kingdom Come Deliverance: between raw immersion and excessive ambition
The game places you in the shoes of Henry, the young son of a blacksmith thrown into the middle of a bloody conflict. The pitch? “You are Henry, son of a blacksmith. Caught in a devastating civil war, you watch helplessly as invaders assault your village and slaughter your loved ones. Barely escaping this brutal attack, you grab your sword to fight back. Avenge the death of your parents and help repel the invading forces!”
This synopsis sets the tone: no dragons or magic, but a careful reconstruction of the historical reality of the 15th century. Realism goes so far as to influence the character’s progression, endurance, sleep or diet management. A daring bet which divided people upon its release, but which gives the experience a unique character.
A game appreciated despite its technical imperfections
Upon release, Kingdom Come: Deliverance earned an average of 76 on Metacriticand many critics praised its ambitious artistic direction. In their test, the journalists noted: “Kingdom Come: Deliverance is an incredibly rich and complex game that is visually stunning, but its quest for realism has some flaws”.
They continue with a more nuanced description: “Its scale and ambition are accompanied by some pretty ridiculous bugs, far from realistic, and some quests can be affected by them. It’s a difficult game where taking risks (and stupid mistakes) can result in a considerable waste of time. Slow progress can be exasperating after 15 hours of play, feeling like you’ve barely made any progress, but suddenly the simplest and most rewarding victories come into their own.”
Should you give in before the offer ends?
Offered for less than six euros, Kingdom Come: Deliverance is not just a good deal: it is a demanding dive into a universe rarely explored in video games. Those who accept its slow pace and imperfections will be rewarded with an immersive, sometimes rough, but always memorable adventure.
The promotion will end on the night of December 15-16. For the curious, history buffs or fans of old-fashioned RPGs, now is perhaps the right time to discover a game that leaves no one indifferent.