Chivalry 2 is the long-awaited second instalment in this exciting, bloodthirsty, medieval battle series. Launching soon, this first-person slasher comes with enhancements to the combat system, improved graphics, and an even better gameplay experience. Torn Banner Studios have created epic movie-style battles, and we’ve got all the information you need to get the best experience as you’re thrust into the action.
What is Chivalry 2 about?
The story of Chivalry 2 follows the events of the 2012 Chivalry game. It tells the thrilling story of the Mason Orders rebellion against the elite Agatha Knights. Set 20 years in the future from the events of the first game, in Chivalry 2 the Mason order has taken over and is ruling with an iron fist. Meanwhile, the Agatha Knights fight back to retake their lost castles and stolen villages. You can choose to fight for the Mason order – who destroy those who oppose them and value strength, merit and dominance, with no respect for the weak. Or you can become an Agatha Knight who fights with a strong sense of loyalty, duty, believing themselves to be the rightful rulers of the land.
Chivalry 2 allows you to join epic battles all set in a fictional universe. It’s heavily inspired by large scale medieval movies and TV shows. Think Game of Thrones, Lord of the Rings, Robinhood, King Arthur etc. The maps are multi-stage with team objectives such as castle sieges, forest ambushes and medieval pillaging. Each game has 64 players in an expansive sandbox setting with hilarious interactive objects such as chickens, tomatoes and pitchforks.
You can join the fight with a fully customised character. Taking roleplay to another level with extra emotes and battle cry voice lines. There are different classes to choose from and the all-new combat moves are designed to prevent exploits and ensure realistic and satisfying fights. Mounted combat is also a huge new feature in Chivalry 2, allowing players to charge into battle and trample enemies on horseback. Overall, the game is not trying to be strictly historically accurate. It’s built to be great fun with the option of Team Deathmatch and Free-for-all modes.
When is Chivalry 2 available on PC?
Chivalry 2 was announced during E3 2019. After a few delays, we know it will launch on the 8th of June 2021. If you can’t wait for the official launch, there’s currently the option to try it out now! The Open Beta started on the 27th of May and will end on June 1st at 3 PM (UK). You can download the Cross-Play Open Beta for free on PC via the Epic Games Store HERE. Alongside PC, Chivalry 2 will also release on PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Xbox One.
What are the system requirements for Chivalry 2 on PC?
Chivalry 2 has been designed with stunning cinematic visuals and it’s been developed on one of the latest and greatest game engines, Unreal Engine 4. This tried and tested engine is well optimised for providing stunning visuals and realism.
The official system requirements released by the developer, Torn Banner Studios, are listed in the table below. You can see that the minimum and recommended requirements are reasonable thanks to this use of UE4. It’s not the most detailed list of PC hardware, and there is no mention of the level of performance expected for each. However, we’ll break it down, explain and then recommend what you’ll need to play Chivalry 2.
| Minimum requirements | Recommended requirements | |
| CPU | Intel i3-4370 | Intel Core i7-6700 / AMD Ryzen 5 3500x |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB |
| GPU | Nvidia GeForce GTX 660 / AMD Radeon HD 7870 (2GB) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 / AMD RX Vega-56 |
| Storage | 20GB | 20GB |
| OS | Windows 10 (64-bit) | Windows 10 (64-bit) |
Will my PC run Chivalry 2?
The specification table released by Torn Banner Studios is brief. Nevertheless, it’s enough to inform PC gamers and check if your existing hardware is up to the job. There is also the Open Beta which you will be able to download completely free before launch. This is a great way to test how well Chivalry 2 runs before you purchase the full game, or upgrade any of your existing hardware.
The minimum system requirements reveal that this will be an easy game to run. You can join the battlefield on a PC that was built all the way back in 2012, when the first Chivalry game was released. There’s no indication on what level of performance this will provide but expect to sacrifice a high resolution and most of the stunning graphical upgrades. To get the best immersion and really feel like you’re in the fight you will want to aim for at least the recommended requirements.
Processor and Memory:
The minimum processor is listed as an Intel i3-4370, a more modern equivalent from AMD that would provide suitable performance on a budget would be the Ryzen 3 3100. The recommended list includes the quad-core/eight-thread i7-6700 or the 6 core/6 thread Ryzen 5 3500X. It was originally China-exclusive, and in the UK, the Ryzen 5 3600 would typically be a better buy with 6 Cores and 12 threads for similar money. Neither processors have a blisteringly fast clock speed and the focus here seems to be on core count. Memory requirements are typical of most modern games, and you will need a minimum of 8GB to at least run Chivalry 2. Ideally, you should have 16GB of high-quality memory to maintain the best performance.
Graphics and Storage:
Chivalry 2 isn’t messing around when it comes to incredible graphics and you will need a potent GPU to get the best performance. Unfortunately, the specification table doesn’t list the settings used. Thankfully, there are already some benchmarks available online that demonstrate performance with various popular graphics cards. The minimum requirements are very modest, and the Nvidia GeForce GTX 660 released back in 2012 will likely provide you with around 30fps at 1080p. The recommended graphics card is an Nvidia GTX 1070 or AMD RX Vega-56. Both these cards have 8GB of VRAM and were high-end components at the time of release. A more modern equivalent would be the RTX 2060.
It does only have 6GB of VRAM, but Chivalry 2 gameplay benchmarks reveal that it can still handle Epic graphics settings and 4K resolution. This is why the RTX 2060 features heavily in our “Best PCs” list below.
The storage requirements for Chivalry 2 are very modest. The 20GB of storage space required is much larger than the 7GB required for the first Chivalry game. On the other hand, compared to many modern titles, it’s a pleasant surprise. The developer’s at Torn Banner studios do have a history of continued support for their titles, so be aware this may grow over time as new content, features and updates are released. There’s no mention of what type of storage should be used but we recommend a high-speed SSD or NVME drive to boost loading times and get you onto the battlefield faster.
What is a good PC to play Chivalry 2?
Overclockers UK is known for creating some of the UK’s best pre-built gaming PC’s. Therefore, if you want to get the best experience when playing Chivalry 2, Overclockers expertly built systems are ideal. Each PC uses high-quality hardware from some of the PC industry’s biggest names. Additionally, each one comes with a comprehensive 3-year warranty to ensure great reliability. To help you choose from the wide selection on offer I’ve selected 3 PCs that meet the recommended requirements to play.
At the start of 2021, there was also an influx of brand new powerful gaming laptops with the latest Intel, AMD and Nvidia mobile hardware. We’ve included a few of the best portables options to play Chivalry 2 if you prefer to cut down your enemies on the move.
OCUK GAMING FSG CORE
This affordable system has the ideal spec for playing the latest games at 1080p. It comes prebuilt and tested. This ensures fast delivery so you can start gaming straight away.
- Intel i3 10100F processor is equivalent to the recommended specs.
- The Asus GeForce RTX 2060 Dual OC provides the same graphical performance as the recommended GTX 1070 but with the bonus of raytracing capability.
- There’s a 240GB SSD for fast boot times and a Seagate BarraCuda 1TB for more storage space.
Overclockers Machete PC
The Machete is one of Overclockers top sellers. The flexible specification means you can choose your favourite case and get the best spec for Chivalry 2.
- Intel Core i5 10400F processor is higher than the recommended specs and you will be able to stream and game with this PC.
- Choose the RTX 2060 graphics to get the performance you need for playing Chivalry 2.
- Upgrade to 16GB of Team Group Vulcan memory for only £25 and easily play all the latest games.
Overclockers Radiance Bullet
This compact Micro ATX system packs a performance punch and comes with high-quality Asus components for maximum reliability.
- AMD Ryzen 5 3600 processor meets the recommended requirements of Chivalry 2 and can even handle streaming and creativity tasks.
- Flexible specification means you can choose from an RTX 2060 for £1019.90 or upgrade to an RTX 3060Ti for £1,449.95.
- Comes equipped with 16GB of 3200Mhz memory and a 500GB SSD, ideal for Chivalry 2.
ROG STRIX G15 G513QE
- Powered by the latest hardware for incredible gaming performance, meeting the recommended requirements for Chivalry 2.
- Includes an AMD Ryzen 5 5600H processor and NVIDIA RTX 3050 Ti graphics.
- Fast and smooth 15.6″ FHD 144Hz display with IPS level Anti-glare and adaptive sync for stunning visuals.
- 16GB of DDR4 memory and 512GB NVMe SSD perfect for games.
Gigabyte G5 KC
- Incredible performance that’s ideal for gaming, working and entertainment.
- Perfect portable size with a thin bezel 15.6″, 144Hz display for super smooth visuals on the go.
- 16GB of high speed 3200Mhz DDR4 memory and 512GB of NVMe storage for fast and responsive computing.
- Great gaming performance from the Intel i5-10500H processor and NVIDIA RTX 3060 Graphics.
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Briony Hannam
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Briony has been with Overclockers UK for nearly three years, starting off as a content copywriter before moving into producing videos and photos for various social media platforms. Outside of shooting and editing, she can be found racing in Forza, CTR, or even Donington circuit. Calmer endeavors include tending her jungle of houseplants & fishtanks before curling up under a blanket and watching back-to-back episodes of the latest Sci-Fi release.
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