You’ve probably seen the name floating around. KCD2 The Devil's Pack. It sounds gritty. It sounds like exactly the kind of thing Warhorse Studios would cook up for Henry’s next adventure in 15th-century Bohemia. But if you’re scouring the Steam store or PlayStation Network looking for a "Buy Now" button, you're going to run into a bit of a wall.
There’s a lot of noise.
The reality of Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 The Devil's Pack is tied directly to the game's pre-order structure and the Gold Edition contents. It isn't a standalone expansion you buy six months after release like The Amorous Adventures of Bold Sir Hans Capon. Instead, it's part of the day-one ecosystem that Warhorse built to reward the folks who jumped in early.
Honestly, the naming convention has confused a lot of people. When we talk about "The Devil's Pack," we're usually talking about the Lion’s Crest pre-order bonus mixed with the specific cosmetic and quest-based content found in the higher-tier digital editions.
What is actually inside the pack?
If you're looking for a massive, ten-hour campaign, you might want to temper those expectations. This isn't Blood and Wine. Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 The Devil's Pack is essentially a collection of "The Lion's Crest" items. Specifically, it grants Henry access to a unique armor set and a weapon skin that reflects the heraldry of Bohemia.
It's about the drip.
The armor isn't just a stat stick, though. In a game like KCD2, where social standing and "conspicuous consumption" actually change how NPCs talk to you, wearing the Lion’s Crest gear matters. You walk into a tavern in Kuttenberg wearing the King’s colors and people react differently than if you’re covered in pig muck and wearing a tattered gambeson.
Warhorse has always been obsessed with the "layers" of history. You feel that here. The armor set includes a distinctive bascinet and a waffenrock that looks significantly more "noble" than anything you'd scavenge off a Cuman brigand in the woods.
The Lion's Crest Sword
Then there’s the sword. It’s a longsword, beautifully weighted (in terms of game feel), and it features the Bohemian lion on the pommel. It's a statement piece. Using it in the revamped combat system—which, by the way, is way more accessible than the first game without losing that "I might actually die if I swing blindly" tension—feels right.
Is it overpowered? No. Warhorse is usually pretty good about not breaking the game's difficulty curve with pre-order items. You’ll still get your head caved in by a mace-wielding peasant if you don't watch your stamina.
Why the "Devil" name keeps popping up
The confusion often stems from the Gold Edition's "Expansion Pass." People see the "Lion's Crest" (the pre-order bonus) and then they see the upcoming DLC roadmap, and somewhere in the Reddit threads and Discord servers, "The Devil's Pack" became the shorthand for the darker, more occult-leaning rumors surrounding the game's side quests.
Remember the "Playing with the Devil" quest from the first game? The one with the three women in the woods and the... uh, hallucinations?
KCD2 leans even harder into this medieval duality. On one hand, you have the rigid structure of the Church. On the other, you have the "old ways," the folk magic, and the very real fear people had of the literal Devil. While "The Devil's Pack" is often a misnomer for the pre-order gear, it captures the vibe of the game's darker subplots perfectly.
The Kuttenberg Factor
Kuttenberg is massive. It’s a silver-mining city. It’s rich, it’s dirty, and it’s full of heretics. The content included in the premium editions of the game gives you a head start in navigating this city's social ladders.
If you have the pack, you're starting with gear that suggests you're more than just a blacksmith’s son with a grudge. You're someone who carries the weight of a crown’s favor.
How to get Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 The Devil's Pack
If you missed the initial pre-order window, don't panic. Historically, Warhorse and their publisher, Deep Silver, eventually bundle these "early bird" items into a "Digital Treasures" or "Knight's Pack" DLC a few months after launch.
- Check your platform's Gold Edition: This is the most reliable way to ensure you have all the cosmetic packs and the first two major story expansions.
- Verify the "Lion's Crest" status: If your library says you own the Lion's Crest, you have the "Devil's Pack" items everyone is talking about.
- Look for the chest: In KCD2, these items usually appear in Henry's personal trunk at his first major residence in the story. You don't just spawn with them in the middle of a cutscene. That would be immersion-breaking, and Daniel Vávra would probably have a heart attack.
Is it worth the extra cash?
That depends. Are you a purist?
Some players think starting with high-quality armor ruins the "zero to hero" journey that made the first game so special. There's a specific kind of satisfaction in struggling to kill a single bandit because your sword is blunt and your helmet has no visor.
If you use the gear from Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 The Devil's Pack immediately, you're skipping that "beggar" phase. You're starting as a "soldier."
For most, though, the visual variety is the selling point. The armor in KCD2 is rendered with an absurd level of detail. You can see the individual links in the mail and the scratches on the plate. Having a unique set that isn't just "Standard Guard Armor #4" is a nice perk for the 80+ hours you’re going to spend in this world.
The Semantic Shift: Pack vs. Expansion
We need to be clear about the terminology. In the modern gaming landscape, "Pack" usually implies cosmetics. "Expansion" implies story.
The Devil’s Pack (Lion’s Crest) is a Pack.
The Expansion Pass (Gold Edition) contains the Story.
If you're expecting the Devil’s Pack to unlock a secret map or a new ending, you’re going to be disappointed. It’s about the aesthetic. It’s about the roleplay. Henry is a man caught between the old world and the new, between his humble beginnings and his role in a civil war. Wearing the Lion’s Crest while doing the dirty work of a mercenary creates a fantastic narrative tension.
Expert Tips for Using the Gear
If you do have the pack, don't just wear it 24/7.
KCD2's stealth system is heavily influenced by "Noise" and "Conspicuousness." The Lion's Crest armor is shiny. It's loud. If you try to sneak into a camp at night wearing the full Devil's Pack kit, you'll be heard from a mile away.
- Switch it up: Keep the Lion’s Crest armor for travel and formal meetings.
- The Sword's Durability: It's a high-tier item, meaning it's expensive to repair. Learn to use the grindstone early so you aren't dumping all your Groschen at the blacksmith.
- Social Engineering: Use the "Charisma" boost from the clean, noble gear to talk your way out of trouble with guards.
What the community is saying
The forums are a bit of a mess. Some people are calling it the "Devil's Pack" because of a localized translation error in certain European regions, while others are using it to describe the "Gallant Knight" pack.
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The consensus from long-time fans (the ones who spent 500 hours in the first game) is that while the gear is cool, the real value lies in the Expansion Pass. But hey, if you want Henry to look like a true defender of the Kingdom while he’s getting knocked off his horse by a well-placed polearm, this is the way to do it.
The historical accuracy remains the star of the show here. Even "bonus" items like these are grounded in 1402 reality. No flaming swords. No dragon-scale shields. Just high-quality steel and historically accurate heraldry.
If you’re ready to dive back into the mud and glory of Bohemia, making sure your "Pack" is correctly installed is the first step. Check your "Manage Game Content" tab on your console or the DLC section on Steam. If "Lion's Crest" is checked, you're good to go.
To get the most out of your experience, focus on the following steps:
- Prioritize reaching the first major city before worrying about your DLC items; they often don't trigger until the "prologue" is technically over.
- Pay attention to the "Charisma" stat on the armor; it's arguably more useful than the "Defense" stat in the early game's dialogue-heavy missions.
- Don't sell the items. In many RPGs, you can't get pre-order items back if you accidentally pawn them for a few pieces of silver. Keep them in your horse's saddlebags if you aren't wearing them.
Bohemia is a dangerous place. You might as well look like a legend while you're trying not to starve to death.