Whether you’re a veteran of the Bohemian wilds or a fresh-faced Henry just learning which end of the sword to hold, the news we’ve all been waiting for is finally here.
Warhorse Studios just “shadow-dropped” the Kingdom Come: Deliverance Next-Gen Update (Patch 1.9.7). Released on February 13, 2026, this update finally brings the 2018 cult classic up to speed with modern hardware. If you’ve been struggling with the 30 FPS cap on consoles, your patience has officially been rewarded.
What’s in the Update?
This isn’t just a simple patch; it’s a native overhaul for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Here is the breakdown of the technical “glow-up” Henry just received:
1. The 60 FPS Holy Grail
The most significant change is the jump from 30 FPS to up to 60 FPS. The game now utilises the extra horsepower of current-gen consoles to ensure that combat—which is already famously “weighty”—feels significantly smoother and more responsive.
2. 4K Visuals & “Ultra” Settings
Warhorse has essentially ported the PC “Ultra Quality” settings over to consoles.
- Resolution: Native rendering at 1440p, upscaled to a crisp 4K.
- HD Textures: High-resolution assets for clothing, foliage, and stone walls.
- Improved Draw Distance: Reduced pop-in for trees and NPCs when galloping through the countryside.
3. Quality of Life & New Content
- Cross-Gen Save Transfer: You can seamlessly move your PS4/Xbox One progress to the new native versions.
- New Languages: Official Czech and Japanese voice-overs have been added, alongside improved localisation for several other languages.
- Free Rewards: Linking a Deep Silver account now grants you a unique horse caparison (barding) once you finish the prologue.
How Much Does It Cost?
The best part? It’s free. If you already own Kingdom Come: Deliverance on PS4 or Xbox One, you can download the native next-gen version at no extra cost.
For newcomers, the Royal Edition (which includes all DLCs) has been seeing massive discounts on digital storefronts recently—sometimes as low as $7.99—making it the perfect time to experience the story before jumping into the sequel.
Why Now?
This update arrives as Warhorse celebrates a massive milestone: the original game has officially surpassed 10 million copies sold. It also serves as a perfect bridge for fans who have spent the last year playing Kingdom Come: Deliverance II (released in early 2025) and want to revisit Henry’s humble beginnings without the “graphical shock” of 8th-gen tech.
“Henry’s journey has never looked—or performed—better. It’s the definitive way to experience one of the most immersive RPGs ever made.”
Are you planning a return to Bohemia, or is this your first time picking up a mace? Let me know your favourite Henry-ism in the comments!
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