Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is already one of the most immersive RPGs of the year, with a stunningly realized medieval world, smartly grounded combat, and the kind of narrative ambition that makes every decision feel personal. From its authentic historical detail to its emotionally grounded cast, the game delivers a rich and rewarding experience that’s easy to lose hundreds of hours in. And yet, there’s still one part of Henry’s identity that deserves more love: the forge.
Blacksmithing has always been central to Henry’s story, but in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, it remains a mostly secondary system. Functional, yes, but far from fully realized. That’s why so many fans are anxiously awaiting the Legacy of the Forge DLC, which is centered on expanding blacksmithing in the game. The Legacy of the Forge expansion has the potential to elevate smithing from background skill to a defining career that offers players new systems, expanded mechanics, and a satisfying endgame that finally lets Henry become the legendary artisan that would make his adoptive father proud. Below is a wish list of the upgrades and features that could make this long-awaited expansion something genuinely worthy of the hammer.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2’s DLC Could Tease One Major KCD3 Twist
With excitement for the Legacy of the Forge DLC brewing, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 can tease a major Kingdom Come: Deliverance 3 dilemma.
Raising the Skill Ceiling on Craftsmanship in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
Let Players Surpass the Level 30 Cap
In Kingdom Come: Deliverance, no skill could exceed level 20. The sequel bumps that cap to 30, but even that feels limiting for players who want to dedicate their time to blacksmithing in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. A DLC could introduce an entirely new progression system once the 30 cap is hit; maybe one tied to mentorship, rare materials, or challenge-based trials that push Henry to innovate. Crafting the 100th longsword should feel meaningfully different than making the 10th, after all.
Unique Perks and Tiered Mastery
The perk tree for smithing in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 could expand into new specialties, such as decorative work featuring engraving, filigree, and ornamental hilts, or battlefield utility, with skills in sharpening and folding steel for durability. Advanced perks might also incorporate Bohemian or foreign styles, giving weapons a unique flair when used on the battlefield.
Expanded Forging Templates and Weapon Diversity
More Than Just Straight Swords and Axe Heads
Even in the base game, weapon variety is impressive in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. However, forging options remain somewhat basic. And once a player has crafted one sword, they might as well have crafted them all. A DLC focused on blacksmithing could add templates for a variety of weapons that can help Henry in his adventures, no matter his preferred combat style. The options could be, but are not limited to:
- Curved sabres and scimitars
- Polearms, including spears and halberds
- Daggers and off-hand weapons
Thematically, this makes sense in a game where Henry is constantly crossing new regional and political boundaries. Each area could offer exclusive blueprints, rare resources, or unique mentors to teach different styles.
Material Experimentation
Instead of just forging better gear, Legacy of the Forge can give players reasons to truly experiment with their smithing. The DLC could let players mix steel types, reinforce blades with the alchemy recipes available in KCD2, or salvage historical weapons for unique materials.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2's Legacy of the Forge DLC Could Turn a Good System Into a Great One
Legacy of the Forge has the chance to transform one of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2’s most immersive systems into something far more meaningful.
A Forge to Call Home in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
An Upgradable Smithy
Money piles up quickly in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, and outside of better gear and bribery, there's not much to sink it into. A personal blacksmithy solves that problem and enhances immersion. Players could upgrade their home forge with:
- A bellows system for faster heating
- Storage racks for rarer metals
- A workbench for inlay, engraving, or etching
- Furniture items to make the space a bit more homey, some giving stat boosts
More Than One Place to Call Home
Perhaps what could also enhance the upgrades and customization options that Legacy of the Forge brings is a real estate system similar to that of Fable’s. Of course, it should likely not be a vast system with hundreds of properties, but the option to buy smithies or homes for forging across the map could be just the thing to give Henry a home away from home, no matter where his adventures take him. This flexibility would be especially useful for players who are just starting their first playthrough or are restarting their KCD2 experience.
Expanding Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2’s Endgame
A Blacksmith’s Reputation
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 lacks proper post-game content and a New Game+ mode. However, Legacy of the Forge is the perfect opportunity to address Kingdom Come 2's lack of endgame content. If Henry becomes a skilled blacksmith, this DLC could let that reputation and talent actually mean something. A forge could really come to life if, after a certain level, it sees special visitors: knights who need their swords repaired after battle, nobles offering commissions for ornate wedding gifts, or mercenaries seeking an edge before a risky campaign. These encounters could branch into side quests, unlock exclusive crafting options, or build Henry's influence in the region.
A Place of Respite for Familiar Faces
And beyond strangers, friends should come calling, too. Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 features a rich cast of recurring characters, many of whom end the game in uncertain situations or without much dialogue to offer, which is a shame for players who have grown fond of them. A post-game forge could serve as a natural gathering place for these NPCs, such as Hans, Godwin, Zizka, or even Katherine. NPCs could stop by for help, conversation, or closure. And whoever the player romanced in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 could either get access to special areas of the home forge or simply stay a little while longer. The proper structure could make this forge more than just a workstation - it could be the unofficial epilogue of Bohemia’s most heartfelt relationships.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
- Released
- February 4, 2025
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- Mature 17+ / Use of Alcohol, Blood and Gore, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Intense Violence, Partial Nudity
- Genre(s)
- RPG, Action-Adventure, Open-World
