For Steam Users:
- Open Steam and go to Library.
- Right-click on Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 and select Properties.
- Under the General tab, locate Launch Options.
- Enter the following command:
-fullscreen -high -USEALLAVAILABLECORES
- Close the window and launch the game.
This command forces fullscreen mode, prioritizes the game in system resources, and ensures all CPU cores are used effectively.
2. Update Graphics Drivers
Outdated GPU drivers can cause FPS drops and performance issues in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2. Updating your drivers ensures better compatibility and smoother gameplay.
For NVIDIA Users:
- Open NVIDIA GeForce Experience.
- Go to the Drivers tab and click Check for Updates.
- If an update is available, click Download and Install.
For AMD Users:
- Open AMD Radeon Software.
- Go to Updates and check for new drivers.
- If an update is available, install it and restart your PC.
3. Run the Game as an Administrator
Granting administrator privileges can prevent permission-related issues that may affect game performance.
- Right-click on Kingdom Come Deliverance 2.exe (or its shortcut).
- Select Properties > Go to the Compatibility tab.
- Check “Run this program as an administrator.”
- Click Apply and OK.
Repeat the same steps for Steam/Epic Games Launcher to prevent permission conflicts.
4. Set High Priority in Task Manager
This step ensures Windows allocates more CPU power to Kingdom Come Deliverance 2.
- Launch Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 and minimize it.
- Open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc).
- Go to the Processes tab and locate Kingdom Come Deliverance 2.exe.
- Right-click it and select Set Priority > High.
- Close Task Manager and continue playing.
5. Verify Game Files (Fix Corrupt Files)
Missing or corrupted game files can lead to stuttering and FPS drops. Verifying the game files can help fix this.
For Steam Users:
- Open Steam and go to Library.
- Right-click on Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 and select Properties.
- Go to Local Files and click Verify Integrity of Game Files.
- Wait for the process to complete, then restart your PC.
For Epic Games Users:
- Open Epic Games Launcher and go to Library.
- Click the three dots next to Kingdom Come Deliverance 2.
- Select Verify and wait for the process to complete.
Tweaking your GPU settings can significantly improve FPS and reduce stuttering.
For NVIDIA Users:
- Right-click on the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel.
- Go to Manage 3D Settings > Program Settings.
- Add Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 to the list and apply these settings:
- Power Management Mode: Prefer Maximum Performance
- Texture Filtering – Quality: High Performance
- Threaded Optimization: On
- Vertical Sync (V-Sync): Off
For AMD Users:
- Open AMD Radeon Software.
- Go to Graphics settings and select Kingdom Come Deliverance 2.
- Apply these settings:
- Radeon Anti-Lag: Enabled
- Texture Filtering Quality: Performance
- V-Sync: Off
7. Disable Fullscreen Optimizations
Disabling fullscreen optimizations can improve stability and boost FPS.
- Right-click on Kingdom Come Deliverance 2.exe and select Properties.
- Go to the Compatibility tab.
- Check “Disable Fullscreen Optimizations.”
- Click Apply and OK.
8. Install the Latest Game Patch
Developers frequently release performance updates to fix lag, bugs, and stuttering.
For Steam Users:
- Open Steam and go to Library.
- Right-click on Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 and select Properties.
- Enable Automatic Updates under the Updates tab.
For Epic Games Users:
- Open Epic Games Launcher and go to Library.
- Click the three dots next to Kingdom Come Deliverance 2.
- Enable Auto-Update to install patches automatically.
9. Lower In-Game Graphics Settings
If you’re still facing FPS drops, lower some graphical settings in the game.
- Open Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 and go to Settings > Graphics.
- Adjust the following:
- Texture Quality, Shadow Quality, and Ray Tracing: Set to Medium or Low.
- Disable Motion Blur and Depth of Field.
- Enable DLSS (for NVIDIA) or FSR (for AMD) for an FPS boost.
Final Thoughts
Performance issues like stuttering, lag, and FPS drops can make Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 frustrating to play. However, optimizing your system, updating drivers, adjusting GPU settings, and tweaking in-game settings can significantly improve performance.
If you still experience issues, consider reinstalling the game or upgrading your PC hardware for a smoother experience.
