Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 could be getting the true endgame it deserves with the Legacy of the Forge DLC—set to launch in Q3, it puts Henry’s adoptive father, Martin, center stage. Not only does it promise a deeper, more emotional story, but it also looks ready to let players rebuild and manage an entire forge from the ground up. Could this be the content that keeps fans playing long after the main quest ends?

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is already one of 2025’s standout games, but the Legacy of the Forge DLC might just elevate it further. Players will be rebuilding a legendary forge, with the narrative focused on Martin—Henry’s adoptive father. While Warhorse hasn’t shared gameplay specifics yet, there’s speculation it will echo the first game’s From the Ashes DLC, which allowed players to rebuild a village, possibly taking things to a new level.

Right now, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 lacks a real endgame. Yes, you can keep roaming Bohemia, complete leftover quests, or stack up gold, but there’s no fresh grind or new systems to dive into after finishing the story. That’s why Legacy of the Forge has a real chance to fill that void, offering a new loop that adds lasting value and replayability.

More Than Just Story—A Chance for Deeper Systems?

We know little about Legacy of the Forge, but it’s clear the DLC will be a deeply emotional and introspective journey for Henry as he explores Martin’s legacy. Martin could end up being more significant to the overarching narrative than ever before, and the story will likely be a DLC highlight. But for this expansion to really shine, it can’t be just narrative—unique gameplay systems that stay in the game after the story ends are essential.

Fully integrating new mechanics into the base game, not just as story-specific events, could transform the experience. This would give players more reasons to return beyond just “clearing side quests” or replaying for different choices, injecting new life into KCD2’s world.

Could Legacy of the Forge Become a Medieval Tycoon?

If Legacy of the Forge lets you build, run, and expand your own forge—managing orders for nobles, growing your reputation as a blacksmith, hiring apprentices, and generating passive income—the DLC could easily keep players engaged for dozens more hours. The fact that its internal file name is “ForgeTycoon” suggests Warhorse might be planning a fully-fledged business simulation within KCD2.

However, if these systems are limited to the DLC’s story, they could feel underwhelming. To truly revolutionize the endgame, they should persist after the narrative wraps up—something Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 has sorely needed. For fans craving more depth and a reason to keep playing, this could be the biggest shakeup yet.

Source: GameRant