The last piece of downloadable content for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, titled Mysteria Ecclesiae, has just hit the digital shelves, and early feedback from players suggests it’s landing with more of a soft thud than a memorable finish. Judging by its reception on Steam, it appears to have garnered a mix of reactions, leading to the game’s DLC being labeled as “mixed.” Currently, the expansion boasts 432 reviews on the platform, with only 64% giving it a thumbs up.
So, what’s the deal? Players have been vocal about a few key issues: many feel there’s too much focus on stealth, a shortage of exciting new locations to explore, and a limited impact on the overall game experience. One player summed it up nicely:
“Mysteria Ecclesiae is, as DLC goes, alright. It’s not great, it’s not terrible. But compared to the two prior DLCs for KCD2? It’s rather pitiful. I really, really hope Warhorse doesn’t leave this game on such a poor finishing note and comes in with something more in the future.”
Player Review
As a quick reminder, the earlier expansions for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2—Legacy of the Forge and Brushes with Death—also received mixed reviews. Interestingly, players seem to look more fondly on those previous releases. They introduced new mechanics that were engaging, even outside their short story quests.
Another player voiced a common sentiment:
“If you compare it to the other DLCs, you get basically nothing: one sword, one helmet, and one talbard. The sword is useless unless some condition is met. There’s no new mechanic, systems, or activities outside of the monastery, so it’s basically a one-shot side quest for you to complete.”
Player Review
When Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 launched earlier this year, it became a standout in the open-world genre. While the latest DLC might not elevate the overall experience much, it certainly doesn’t tarnish the game’s original appeal. Another reviewer put it succinctly:
“When Warhorse cooks, they cook, and I really enjoyed bits of this DLC, but damn, this was largely disappointing.”
Player Review
As Mysteria Ecclesiae goes live, the lead at Warhorse has hinted at “something new on the horizon,” sparking curiosity and speculation about what’s next for the studio and its cherished action RPG.