Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 Director Says It Did Gay Romance “Right” By Not Going “Woke”

Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 has received two nominations at Gayming Magazine’s 2026 Gayming Awards for its portrayal of LGBTQ+ relationships, specifically an optional gay romance between main character Henry and a character named Hans.

Director Daniel Vávra responded to the nominations via an X post, stating he is “really proud” of the recognition. In his statement, Vávra defended the game’s approach to depicting the relationship, describing it as handled “non-coercively, naturally, and educationally.” He implied that this approach differs from how other games portray LGBTQ+ characters, though he did not specify which games he was referencing. His commentary suggested that the game’s depiction of gay romance represents a preferable alternative to other industry practices.

The nominations arrive following Kingdom Come Deliverance 2’s critical success since its 2025 release, with PC Gamer naming it Game of the Year for 2025. The medieval RPG’s design emphasizes meaningful player choice regarding romantic relationships as part of its broader design philosophy. The award nominations reflect growing recognition of LGBTQ+ representation in mainstream gaming titles, as major releases increasingly feature LGBTQ+ characters and storylines.

Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 Director Says It Did Gay Romance “Right” By Not Going “Woke”

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