Just like the previous game Kingdom Come: Deliverance, every action and choice Henry makes inKingdom Come: Deliverance 2has consequences that will affect him and the people around him. If you do good, you’ll be rewarded accordingly, but if you make bad decisions, you better be ready for the consequences.

Committing crimes in video games can sound amusing since there are no real-life repercussions, but that’s not the case with Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. The game places a strong emphasis on the weight of your actions, illustrating that even the smallest choices can lead to significant outcomes, making every decision feel meaningful and impactful.

KCD2 Henry standing off against multiple foes in the woods

How Do Crimes Work?

When you hear the word “crimes,” you can probably think of a few examples, but what exactly qualifies as a crime in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2?There are quite a few, just like in real life.

These are all considered crimes in the game,so before you decide to commit any of these, you might want to reconsider.

Player is being confronted for his crimes by the guard- Kingdom Come Deliverance 2

Each of these actionshas a negative impact on you. If you’re caught, people will eitherreport you to the guards or confront you directly.

If you still choose to commit a crime,make sure no one sees you.However, that doesn’t guarantee you’re safe. If you steal something,a random guard might stop you for a search,and if they find stolen goods on you, you’ll be caught.

Player is facing humiliation by being canned - kingdom come deliverance 2

Crimes affect your reputation badly, and in turn,your reputation influences how people react to and treat you.

For example, if someone dislikes you,they might refuse to serve or even speak to you. On the other hand, if people like you, they may speak to you kindly, trade with you, and even give you discounts.

What Options Do You Have After Committing A Crime?

If you’re caught and the guards confront you, you’ll have a few options to pay for your crimes.

The first option is simple:pay a fine to redeem yourself to the guards. But if you don’t have enough money, you’ll need to consider the other options.

You couldtry to convince the guards of your innocence, butthis will depend on your Speech level. If it’s high, you can talk your way out of trouble, but if not, that leads us to the next option.

Running away is always an option when committing crimes, but does it mean you’re safe?Not quite.You’ll be attacked on sight by guards and even some civilians.

And even if you manage to escape, if you return to town,they’ll recognize you sooner or later, unless you redeem yourself.

The last option is toaccept the punishment if you have no money. Depending on the severity of your crime, the punishment can vary.

What Punishments Are There When You Commit A Crime?

There arefour types of punishmentsyou could receive:

The best way to avoid all of this is tokeep your nose clean,pay your fines when you make a mistake, and attempt to be good to people.