So, Should You Buy Civilization VII or Kingdom Come: Deliverance II?
Two huge names in the strategy genre but, should you opt for Civilization VII or Kingdom Come: Deliverance II? Let’s discuss.
Alright, so you’re here because you can’t decide between Civilization VII and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, right? Totally understandable. Both games are absolute legends in their own way. One lets you build entire civilizations from scratch, molding history like some kind of omnipotent ruler. The other throws you into the brutal reality of medieval Europe, where a single bad sword swing can end your story faster than you can say "oops." So which of the two should you buy? Well, let’s talk about that and help you decide whether to buy Civilization VII or Kingdom Come: Deliverance II.
Two giants, completely different feels
First, these games aren’t even trying to do the same thing—not even close.
Sid Meier's Civilization VII is for the people who like to sit back, sip coffee, and strategize for hours. This game is turn-based, meaning you can plan every move like a chess grandmaster, carefully plotting the rise of your empire. You decide everything—diplomacy, war, technology, culture, and which civilization will get steamrolled when they least expect it.
Then, on the other side of the ring, we’ve got Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, which is all about you, the struggling medieval guy who isn’t some chosen one or dragon slayer. Nope. You’re just some dude in 15th-century Bohemia, trying to stay alive, swing a sword correctly, and not get mugged in the woods. If you want realism, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is the game. The combat system is absolutely brutal. You don’t just mash buttons, but you have to think about how you fight when to block, and what move to make.
Gameplay: Big brain moves vs Survival instincts
If you love turn-based strategy, Civ VII is your playground. You get to advance from prehistoric tribes to futuristic sci-fi megacities. Every game is different, with randomized maps, civilizations, and leaders, meaning you'll enjoy the variety of gameplay. One wrong move in diplomacy, and boom, your supposed ally nukes you.
Kingdom Come II, on the other hand, is less forgiving. If you mess up in this game, there’s no end-turn button to save you. The world is realistic to the point of being ruthless. Forget hack-and-slash. Every fight is a dance with death. You have to eat, sleep, maintain your weapons, and not piss off the wrong noble, or you’ll find yourself in the worse possible position. It’s not a game where you dominate the world. It’s a game where you try not to get dominated by the world.
Strategic Depth: Global Domination vs Surviving the Middle Ages
If you love long-term planning, researching technologies, and figuring out the best way to either befriend or backstab other civilizations, Civilization VII is the obvious choice. Every decision matters in this game, and the consequences might not hit you for another 100 in-game years.
In Kingdom Come II, your choices matter just as much, but on a much more personal level. How you treat people affects your reputation. The way you interact with people in the game matters a lot. How you decide to help them, ignore them, do business with them, etc. Kingdom Come II offers a different strategy—less about maps and armies and more about making sure your story doesn’t end in a ditch.
Features galore
Civ VII is all about options. Trade, war, culture, espionage—it’s up to you. People are expecting new mechanics, but we’ll have to wait for the official word. Expect new leaders, units, and even deeper strategies than before. And yes, multiplayer chaos is still a thing.
Meanwhile, Kingdom Come II takes immersion to a whole other level. The first game was already crazily detailed, with NPCs having daily schedules. This sequel is even more realistic. Your armor degrades, people react to your actions, and if you don’t keep yourself clean, don’t expect nobles to respect you. It’s like real life, except with more sword fights and fewer Wi-Fi issues.
Why not both?
You cannot go wrong with either game. They’re both fantastic at what they do. If you want to test your brain, plan an empire, and see if you can outwit history, get Civilization VII. On the other hand, if you want to throw yourself into a brutally realistic medieval world where every choice matters, grab Kingdom Come II.