A chapter in the history of Kingdom Come: Deliverance has gracefully closed. After years of dedication and bringing life to the cherished RPG, Tom McKay and Luke Dale have bid farewell to their roles at Warhorse Studios. Their departure was marked by a poignant blend of gratitude, nostalgia, and a profound sense of closure.
As they recorded their final lines, the winds of change were already blowing through the studio. Warhorse Studios was actively auditioning new talent to fill the shoes of Henry and Hans, illustrating the bittersweet nature of the industry. The farewell of one era simultaneously heralded the dawn of a new one.
Tom McKay, renowned for his compelling portrayal of Henry, shared heartfelt reflections on the unique bond formed during the project:
“In the creative world, people often call their teams a ‘family,’ but rarely does it hold true. Here, however, it was different. The connections I made on this journey are some of the deepest and longest-lasting of my career.”
The theme of family was not only a cornerstone of their personal experience but also a pivotal element within the game itself. Henry’s journey, driven by the tragic loss of his parents, resonated deeply with McKay, who drew from his own experience of losing his father to deliver emotionally charged performances. For McKay, Kingdom Come: Deliverance transcended mere work; it was a profoundly personal journey.