Beyond Bohemia: Warhorse Studios Winks at a New Horizon as Kingdom Come's Saga Closes

Well, here we are. It feels like just yesterday we were all losing ourselves in the mud-soaked, historically-rich lands of Bohemia, hacking away at bandits and trying to make a name for ourselves as Henry, the humble blacksmith's son. But all good things, as they say, must eventually reach a natural conclusion, and for the magnificent Kingdom Come: Deliverance, that moment has arrived.

Its final DLC, "A Woman's Lot," has just launched, and honestly, it’s a bittersweet moment. On one hand, it’s a brilliant capstone, letting us finally dive into the perspectives of Theresa and Johanka – two pivotal figures who, frankly, deserved their own stories told. On the other, it signals the end of an era for the original game, a true masterpiece in historical role-playing.

Yet, amidst this farewell, a new kind of whisper has begun to echo through the gaming world. And it’s a pretty exciting one, if you ask me. Warhorse Studios, the brilliant minds behind KCD, are apparently cooking up "something new on the horizon," or so says Tobias Stolz-Zwilling, their ever-charming PR Manager. He mentioned this to GameCentral, right as "A Woman's Lot" was making its debut. Talk about perfect timing to get the rumour mills spinning, eh?

Stolz-Zwilling was, in truth, quite deliberate with his words, careful not to give too much away. But the breadcrumbs were certainly there. He spoke of "new things," "new technologies," and a team that is "super excited" about whatever it is they're crafting. You could almost feel the collective intake of breath from fans around the globe, all thinking the exact same thing: Is it KCD 2? Could it be? It’s a natural leap, isn't it, given the original game's resounding success – over two million copies sold and critical acclaim for its immersive, unflinching portrayal of 15th-century Bohemia.

The original Kingdom Come: Deliverance, let’s be honest, really pushed the boundaries for its time. Warhorse didn't just make another RPG; they created a living, breathing historical simulation where every choice, every battle, every conversation felt grounded in reality. They dared to be different, and it paid off handsomely. And now, to hear Stolz-Zwilling hint at exploring "new horizons" and pushing their engine further? It’s enough to set any fan's imagination alight. They've built a truly formidable foundation, haven't they?

The "A Woman's Lot" DLC itself is no small feat. It doesn't just tack on extra content; it offers a fresh narrative lens, allowing players to experience pivotal moments from the main story through the eyes of Theresa, Henry's rescuer from the initial Skalitz massacre, or to follow Johanka’s prophetic visions. It even brings a dog companion into the fold, which, frankly, every RPG could use more of! It’s an expansion that enriches the existing world, proving Warhorse’s commitment to thoughtful storytelling.

So, what does this all mean for Warhorse Studios' next big thing? While a direct sequel to Henry's epic tale seems the most probable, and certainly the most anticipated, one can only speculate. But whether it's Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, a spiritual successor, or something entirely unexpected yet equally ambitious, one thing feels certain: Warhorse Studios isn't resting on its laurels. And honestly, for a studio that’s consistently delivered such unique, compelling experiences, that’s truly the best news of all. The future, for them, and for us, seems very bright indeed.