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Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Roundtable (with Tom Bissell, Liam McIntyre, & Matthew Seiji Burns)

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Nov 24, 2025
Join Liam McIntyre, actor known for Spartacus and voice roles, as he teams up with Tom Bissell, an author and screenwriter with a knack for game narratives, and Matthew Seiji Burns, a game designer from franchises like Halo. They dive into the immersive world of Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, exploring co-op gameplay frustrations, the slow-burning narrative, and the game's unique moral complexities. From the challenges of combat to the authenticity in dialogue and historical context, this lively discussion reveals why this game stands out in story-driven experiences.
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Missed Quest Because Time Passed

  • Kirk missed a timed side quest because he returned late and the NPCs completed it without him.
  • The game enforces time-sensitive choices, so being late can permanently change quest outcomes.
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Win By Poisoning The Right Thing

  • Tom described giving someone diarrhea to win a horse race and poisoning wine to incapacitate an enemy camp.
  • The game reacts to unconventional solutions and often comments on your unorthodox methods.
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Bathing Leaves You Naked

  • Matthew repeatedly forgot that bathing stripped Henry naked and NPCs would comment as he walked around.
  • The small, mundane systems (bathing, clothing) produce comedic and immersive moments.
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