Kingdom Come: Deliverance, the much-loved historical RPG, could be riding onto next-gen consoles in the not-too-distant future, if a cryptic post from the official X (formerly Twitter) account is anything to go by. In a tongue-in-cheek yet strategic tease earlier today, the account tweeted a picture of a medieval maypole with the words “That’s a nice maypole. Would be a shame if it… relocated mysteriously overnight 👀.”
That much might seem innocent, but the subtext didn’t take long for fans to pick up on—and the responses made it a bit clearer. When a follower inquired about Kingdom Come: Deliverance for PlayStation 5, the account replied once more with those eyes emoji, virtually confirming that something is happening. The implication? A Kingdom Come: Deliverance PS5 and Xbox Series X edition natively is probably on the horizon too.
Clues Pile Up Ahead of THQ Nordic Showcase
With the dev behind the franchise, Warhorse Studios, not having officially announced a damn thing, the timing certainly has people sweating. A well-supported Reddit thread discusses speculation on the announcement to be made during the THQ Nordic Digital Showcase, slated for 1st August, 3025. “Its most likely going to be at the THQ showcase which is tomorrow or something i think,” commented another, who got dude a handful of upvotes, bro.
Another user said, “That’s more than a hint lol,” referring to the tweet and responding with the social media-using emoji’s emoji choosing choice as anything but an outright confirmation of the upgrade.
What to Expect From the Next-Gen Version
Fans don’t have the specifics yet, but they certainly have a request. A lot of people would love to check out the Kingdom Come: Deliverance PS5 and Xbox Series X versions with native 4K resolution, upgraded textures, faster loading times, and, most importantly, perhaps, a 60fps mode as an option.
Another was “frustrated at how clunky the combat was” in the original release, and was hoping a toggle would “make things easier.” A second was also curious whether existing owners would get a free update, or have to buy the new version all over again. There is also talk about autopop trophies and cross-gen support.
The response from the console crowd has been rapturous. “Please PS5 Retail for this masterpiece” tweeted one fan, and another said, “Let’s go devs! Will it run smooth like 2??? ” referring to the more polished gameplay of newly announced Kingdom Come: Deliverance II.
Why the Kingdom Come: Deliverance PS5 and Xbox Series X Upgrade Matters
The original Kingdom Come: Deliverance was launched in 2018, and gained a reputation for its focus on historical accuracy, grounded realism, and no-nonsense combat system. With bugs and performance hitches, the game developed an intense cult following. Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, due in 2024, this re-release could be a warm up for newcomers or a nostalgic return for veterans.
The timing, too, could not be more fortuitous. A PS5 and Xbox Series X update would have the system using its fanbase now that the sequel is getting marketing push behind it. Paid remaster or free next-gen patch, the hype surrounding the Kingdom Come: Deliverance PS5 and Xbox Series X version is very real.
Although there are no officially confirmed details at this time, evidence suggests that things are moving quite rapidly—and it would be wise for fans to brace for impact during the upcoming THQ Nordic showcase. If the maypole does “move overnight,” we may soon be able to play Kingdom Come: Deliverance with modern console trappings befitting its ambitious legacy.
