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How to Knock Out Enemies in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2

by Claire Mar 06,2025

How to Knock Out Enemies in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2

In Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, sometimes a subtle approach is preferable to all-out combat. This guide explains how to incapacitate enemies without killing them.

Knocking Out Enemies

Leaving a trail of corpses isn't always the best strategy. Knocking out enemies offers a stealthier alternative. Here's how:

  1. Crouch: Press the circle button to crouch and approach an NPC from behind.
  2. Knockout Prompt: Once close enough, a "Knock Out" prompt appears in the bottom right corner. Press the corresponding button.
  3. Timing is Key: A blue icon with swords indicates the next action. Press R2 to successfully knock out the NPC.
  4. Second Chance: If Henry fails, a shield icon appears. Press L2 to restrain the NPC and attempt the knockout again. Failure on both attempts will likely lead to a fight.

Success depends on Henry's strength compared to the NPC's. The following perks improve knockout chances:

  • Tight Grip: Increases knockout success rate.
  • Sandman: Significantly improves knockout success rate.

Stealth Kills

For a more lethal stealth approach, equip a dagger. The process is similar to knocking out: sneak up from behind, and a stealth kill prompt will appear if a dagger is equipped.

This covers knocking out enemies in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. Check out The Escapist for more game tips, including information on obtaining Herb Paris and romancing Katherine.

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