Just when you thought Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 couldn’t possibly get any more obsessively detailed, Warhorse Studios drops yet another mind-blowing revelation about their medieval masterpiece. This time, it’s not about the combat system or the historically accurate buildings—it’s about something most players would never even think to check.
While most game developers slap a generic starry texture on their night skies and call it a day, the absolute madlads at Warhorse Studios decided that wasn’t nearly authentic enough for their vision of 1403 Bohemia. Instead, they went full medieval astronomer on us, researching and implementing the actual star patterns that would have been visible during that specific time period.
And the best part? This isn’t just a cool easter egg for astronomy nerds—it’s going to be genuinely useful for players brave enough to tackle the upcoming Hardcore Mode. When you’re wandering the medieval countryside with no map markers, those stars might be your only guide home.
How Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 turns the night sky into a navigation tool
When a player recently shared their amazement at discovering real constellations in the game’s night sky, Warhorse Studios PR Manager Tobias Stolz-Zwilling, aka Sir Tobi, confirmed what many hardcore history buffs had suspected:
This will be useful for Hardcore Mode. We tried to find an accurate star map of early summer 1403 and implemented it into the game. https://t.co/jDiJGiS3uL
— Sir Tobi ⚔🛡 (@SirTobi28) February 27, 2025
Let that sink in for a moment. While other studios debate whether to include a day one patch or just ship their broken games anyway (looking at you, Monster Hunter Wilds), Warhorse was busy consulting historical star charts from the early 15th century. That’s not just attention to detail—that’s borderline historical obsession.
The game blows my mind. The story is so great. The level of detail is astonishing. Great job, all of you.
— Mike (@MrDavis68128551) March 1, 2025
This level of historical accuracy isn’t just for show. According to Warhorse’s in-house historian Joanna Nowak (via HistoryExtra), every aspect of the game is designed to immerse players in a believable medieval world.
From the architectural details of Kuttenberg’s town hall to the authentic astronomical clock (recreated through educated guesses since the original burned down; via GameRant), the team leaves no historical stone unturned.
I wish there were a more special like button to say how I appreciate the attention to detail. Need more devs who go that far!
— YnotxiNoMori (@YnotxiNoMori) February 27, 2025
In an industry increasingly dominated by rushed releases and day-one patches, studios like Warhorse, Larian, and Game Science stand out as rare exceptions. They prioritize player experience over everything else, and it shows in every aspect of their games.
The thing I hate the most about KCD2 is that I will never get to experience it for the first time again
— Spreadsheeticus (@spreadsheeticus) February 28, 2025
This astronomical accuracy is just one thread in the tapestry of authenticity that makes Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 such a standout experience. It’s the kind of detail most players might never consciously notice, but subconsciously contributes to that magical feeling that you’re truly walking through medieval Bohemia rather than just another generic game world.
Hardcore Mode will put those stars to the ultimate test
For players who find the base game too forgiving, Warhorse Studios has something special cooking. Coming this April as part of the Spring 2025 free updates, Hardcore Mode will transform Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 into an even more challenging and immersive experience:
I cannot wait until hardcore mode. If people think the game is good now, just wait until hardcore mode is out. Hopefully they’ll be some upgrades from the first game too
— AMV (@amvbcn) February 27, 2025
Those meticulously researched stars won’t just be pretty window dressing anymore—they’ll become essential navigation tools. Hardcore Mode will strip away map markers and cardinal directions from your compass, forcing players to navigate the medieval landscape the old-fashioned way. Suddenly, knowing how to find the North Star becomes a valuable survival skill rather than just a cool detail.
But that’s just the beginning of what Hardcore Mode has in store. Fast travel will be disabled entirely, making every journey a potential adventure (or disaster). Players will also need to choose three negative perks from ten options, including “Somnambulant” (you might wake up somewhere different from where you fell asleep), “Bad Luck” (reduced carrying capacity), and “Menace” (permanent branding for crimes).
Combat will become even more challenging without directional indicators, traders will offer less money for your goods, and repairs will cost significantly more. It’s medieval life with all its brutal difficulty intact, exactly as the hardcore history buffs have been clamoring for.
Have you spotted any other incredible historical details in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2? Are you brave enough to tackle Hardcore Mode when it arrives? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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