The End of New Content for Chivalry 2
Any good historical materialist can tell you that feudalism isn’t long for the world, so perhaps it’s no surprise that the good folk at Torn Banner Studios have, after three glorious years, announced that its online medieval warfare sim is now “content and feature complete.” In other words, chivalry is dead. Specifically, Chivalry 2.
The Journey Through Updates
According to an update on Steam, the game’s Regicide update from May was its “11th and final content piece.” Torn Banner Studios mentioned, “When the game launched, we pledged to at least double the size of Chivalry 2 post-launch by adding new maps, modes, weapons, features, and experiences.” By all accounts, they have achieved this goal by expanding the game’s content significantly beyond its initial offering.
Community Reactions
Understandably, the reaction from the Chivalry 2 community has been mixed. A check on the Chivalry 2 subreddit reveals a variety of moods. Some players, like user noraver_tidaer, feel there was untapped potential in the game and are concerned about a dwindling player count. Others, however, are more content. User da_fire_cracka praised the game for providing extensive free content updates and hours of gameplay, while user ndem28 expressed continued enthusiasm for the game.
The Future of the Chivalry Franchise
Torn Banner Studios has assured fans that they are not done with the Chivalry franchise. The studio expressed excitement about focusing on new multiplayer projects supported by an expanded and skilled team. While Chivalry 2 will no longer receive significant updates, the development team will continue to carry out maintenance to ensure a stable gaming experience.
This marks a significant moment in the lifecycle of Chivalry 2, bringing an era of continuous updates to a close while opening the door to future endeavors within the genre.
