Joanna Novak, the historical consultant for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, offered valuable insights into her contributions to both games in the series, detailing the inherent challenges and necessary compromises.

She emphasized that the game's narrative, focusing on protagonist Henry, significantly deviates from the actual experiences of a 15th-century blacksmith's son.

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Novak clarified that the storyline prioritizes legendary elements and folklore over strict historical accuracy, assigning it a "1 out of 10" realism rating. This creative license, she explained, caters to player expectations for compelling narratives featuring rags-to-riches arcs, interactions with historical figures, and heroic achievements—elements far removed from the everyday life of a commoner.

In crafting the game world and environment for Kingdom Come: Deliverance, Warhorse Studios strived for authenticity, yet conceded to compromises due to limitations in time, budget, and gameplay design. Certain modifications were implemented to meet contemporary player expectations, ensuring historical accuracy didn't overshadow the overall gaming experience.

Despite these compromises, Novak expressed satisfaction with the incorporation of numerous historically accurate details. However, she underscored the inaccuracy of labeling the game as entirely realistic or historically precise.