INTERVIEW: Actor Tom McKay Talks Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2

Insider Gaming's Grant Taylor-Hill speaks with actor Tom McKay, the man who plays Henry in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.

In this interview, Grant and Tom talk about his involvement throughout the development process, transitioning to working on the sequel from the first game, Tom not being a gamer himself, and much more!

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 was announced on April 18 for a 2024 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. It's being developed by Warhorse Studios. Gameplay and more from Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is expected this summer.

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*TIMESTAMPS*

0:00 - Intro
0:28 - How far into the development process did Tom McKay get involved with his recording
3:25 - The types of voice acting sessions for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
7:28 - Transitioning to working on Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
9:39 - How intense the sessions get
10:46 - Not being a gamer but still delivering in his role
12:43 - What can be said about the next game?
13:24 - The fun parts of acting for a video game character
13:55 - Being recognized by fans of the game because of his likeness
15:13 - Face scans in games

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*About Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*

Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is a thrilling Action RPG, set amid the chaos of a civil war in 15th Century Bohemia.

You are Henry of Skalitz – an ordinary man doing extraordinary things – caught in a gripping tale of revenge, betrayal and discovery as he embarks on an epic journey, 'from a humble blacksmith's forge to the court of Kings', as he searches for purpose in this beautiful but brutal medieval world.

From bustling city streets to lush forests, discover this open-world Medieval Europe through an unforgettable adventure filled with action, thrill and wonder.

#kingdomcomedeliverance #kcd2 #tommckay

[me-is-gerg]

It's crazy how they pulled henry out of the game and managed to interview him.

[funkycatnip]

Thanks for letting him talk without interruptions those 18 minutes flew by
Henry speech skill at max haha😜

[CzechMirco]

I seriously think that Tom McKay should be recommend for a medal "Za zásluhy" awarded by President of Czech Republic, for outstanding work in promoting Czech history, culture and general awareness of Czech Republic all over the world.

[boomgoesthedynamite]

I absolutely loved the first game and my excitement is through the roof for its sequel. It's great getting to see all these interviews and getting a behind the scenes look at how it's all come together.

[guillaume_]

Tom is such a great, talented and genuine guy, I hope we see more of him in the future, beyond KCD2!

[Paul]

Great interview, thanks for doing it. Tom is awesome as Henry.

[CzechMirco]

Wow, Tom said that he will play KCD2. I think he should make a collab with some YT streamer and make a Tom McKay KCD1(or 2) playthrough series of streams. And I guarantee that people will go apeshit. Because seeing "Henry" playing Henry? Mind = blown.

[Isoquant]

KCD is one of the greatest games I've ever played. Can't wait for the sequel!

[cosmok]

Much respect to Tom and Warhorse. Really rare to have a group like this in gaming today. Just seeing this man brings me joy. God bless them

[mantasjoniskis]

"Henry, our hero Henry... "

[DisappointedJynxzi]

There he is, Henry's come to see us!

[birgerhalvorsen]

Tom McKay looks like the AI prompt: "Henry of Skalliz in real life."

[alittlecreepywhenyou]

"I'm feeling rather hungry...for this game."

[Knighted]

I just completed kcd . Jesus Christ be praised. I can’t wait kcd2.

[walkingwad]

Oh, great, Henry’s come to see us! :)

[CyberDopamine]

Dude thanks for lining this interview up. Cool to see his side of the story

[AnoAssassin]

This was a treat, the talk around Henry's personality being much more influenced by player choices compared to the first game sounds exciting

Perhaps there's dialogue choices that only become available depending on whether you've been generally playing a honorable/dishonorable Henry, or maybe the story at large has multiple branches that both depend on your quest choices in combination with your "honor level." I better stop before I speculate too much

[RiverRockRecords]

Henry of Skalitz.. .and Arthur Morgan are THE BEST characters in all of gaming. (that have decision making capabilities)

[DanielVerberne]

Of course, I wish the world of success to Warhorse for their efforts, I also hope for Tom to score exciting and rewarding creative work as a result of this. It'd be very welcome for us as fans.

[DanielVerberne]

Really love Tom's creation of Henry and very much looking forward to KCD:2!