Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2’s Brushes with Death DLC is a grand distraction

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La primera expansión para un juego exitoso siempre es una propuesta intrigante. Ofrece la oportunidad de agregar algo más que resulte atractivo tanto para la comunidad leal que ya tienes y para hacer que los observadores curiosos, que se han estado sentando en el muro y quizás esperando una oferta, consideren adquirirlo.

This version is more natural and easy to read in English, but I’ve translated it into Spanish for you as well. Let me know if you need help with any other translations! 😊

For “Brushes With Death“, the initial story DLC for Warhorse Studios’ upcoming game “Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2”, the developers have decided to offer a self-contained adventure that can be experienced regardless of your progress in the main game. If you wish to step away from the tension of the primary plot but continue to appreciate the high-quality writing characteristic of the base game, then this is how to proceed.

The narrative of Brushes With Death revolves around a tragic artist named Master Voyta, who is bound to a tree at the start. Upon freeing him from wolves’ jaws, your mission becomes helping him retrieve his stolen possessions, launching you into approximately 10 hours of adventures, give or take, based on how thoroughly and creatively you tackle the series of quests that make up this adventure chain.

As a captivated observer, I find Voyta intriguing. Initially, you’ll notice him conversing with a decorated skull, which suggests he’s had it for quite some time. This peculiar habit of his becomes more apparent as you get to know him, revealing a troubled soul who may not always be fully aware of his surroundings. His words don’t always align with reality, and trust can be elusive when dealing with someone who appears to only disclose part of the story. Despite his friendly demeanor, there’s an underlying sense that Voyta is grappling with something profound – a mental health struggle that might have been unnamed in its time.

In this story, it’s worth noting that Henry, our lead character in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, is exceptionally well-crafted. Warhorse Studios has never hesitated to portray Bohemia authentically as it was during the early 1400s, but they also emphasize Henry’s essentially good nature and curiosity about his surroundings. He takes pleasure in interacting with others, and prefers exploring the world rather than spending his days tediously working a turnip field forever.

He exudes an air of merriment and zest, yet finds himself entangled in some perilous aspects of life during that period, including armed conflict and the gruesome realities of warfare. In doing so, Brushes with Death manages to tackle mental health topics in a thoughtful and considerate manner, steering clear of the pitfalls of being overly simplistic or somber. The characters grappling with mental health issues, even in medieval Bohemia, are portrayed as individuals afflicted by an illness, not defined solely by it.

As a gamer, I found myself in a situation where I wasn’t just interacting with Voyta, but also an elderly woman holding crucial information I needed. Her age had taken its toll, causing memory lapses. Instead of getting frustrated, I chose to show understanding and compassion. I engaged her in simple activities that seemed to stir memories within her. It was a heartwarming journey, helping this lady recollect her younger years.

Henry is unique among contemporary characters due to his down-to-earth demeanor and his efforts to be as kind as his situation permits. This DLC skillfully emphasizes these qualities by providing Henry with a whimsical quest that can evoke genuine emotion without the high stakes of the main storyline being involved.

During your journey, you’ll discover an engaging additional aspect: Voyta will have the ability to adorn your shield with unique designs. There’s a wide variety of symbols and colors to pick from, and even though it doesn’t significantly alter the gameplay, it definitely injects some character and style into the experience. Plus, as you accomplish other tasks, you’ll unlock more design elements, which feels rewarding given the traditional method of marking victories through heraldry.

It appears that a $5.99 DLC story for the first time could be just right for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. Given that many players are probably still immersed in their initial playthrough of this remarkable game, even though it may have some repetitive “fetch quest” elements, it’s an enjoyable extra at a budget-friendly price as Warhorse Studios works on more substantial expansions for us down the line.

This article derives from the publisher-supplied variant of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 – Brushes With Death.

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2025-05-23 21:57