How to Knock Out Enemies in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2

In *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, charging in with weapons drawn isn't always the best strategy. Sometimes, a more subtle approach is required, especially when it comes to dealing with enemies and NPCs. Here’s how you can effectively knock out and stealth kill your targets in the game.

Knocking Out Enemies in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2

Leaving a trail of bodies isn't always the smartest move in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*. There are situations where knocking an enemy unconscious is a better option. Here’s how to do it:

Start by pressing the circle button to crouch, then sneak up behind your target. When you're close enough, a "Knock Out" prompt will appear in the bottom right corner of your screen. Press the indicated button to initiate the knockout. If a blue icon with swords appears, press R2 to successfully knock out the NPC. If Henry fails the first attempt and the NPC starts to struggle, a shield icon will appear, prompting you to press L2 to prevent the NPC from escaping and complete the knockout. Failing both prompts will result in the NPC escaping, likely leading to an open confrontation.

The success of your knockout attempts depends heavily on the NPC’s strength and Henry’s own strength stat. To improve your chances, consider acquiring the following perks:

• Tight Grip
• Sandman

These perks will significantly increase your chances of successfully knocking out an NPC, making stealth operations much smoother.

How to Stealth Kill Enemies

For those preferring a more lethal stealth approach, you'll need a dagger. The method remains similar to knocking out: sneak up behind the NPC with your dagger equipped. Once close enough, a prompt will appear allowing you to perform a stealth kill.

And there you have it—everything you need to know about knocking out and stealth killing enemies in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*. For more tips and information on the game, including how to gather Herb Paris and romance Katherine, be sure to visit The Escapist.