TaleWorlds Entertainment unveiled its action RPG during Gamescom 2022, revealing that Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord would arrive on PlayStation and Xbox consoles on October 25, 2022. From the outset, the developers positioned the title as a multiplatform experience, ensuring that the console edition would mirror the PC version in gameplay features and overall scope. This alignment was a deliberate choice to deliver a cohesive experience across platforms from day one, aiming to please longtime fans and new players alike.
“These past two years have presented a demanding journey filled with hurdles”, remarked Armağan Yavuz, chief executive of TaleWorlds Entertainment. “Creating a large, intricate game like Bannerlord for multiple platforms amid a global pandemic tested our teams in many ways. Yet the effort paid off. We’re proud of our team’s tireless work, and the process revealed unexpected synergies between consoles and PC that helped the game grow beyond early expectations. We’re thrilled to bring Bannerlord to a wider community that has supported the franchise since Warband.”
Under the Prime Matter umbrella, Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord was set to launch on PlayStation consoles (PS4 and PS5) and Xbox consoles (Xbox One and Series S/X) on October 25, 2022. For newcomers to the series, it’s worth noting that the original Mount & Blade is frequently cited as a standout PC game, celebrated for its open-ended strategy and large-scale battles. The release date trailer provided a glimpse into the evolving visuals and the breadth of features players could expect as they prepared to dive into Bannerlord’s rebuilt world. [Citation: TaleWorlds Entertainment; Gamescom 2022 Announcement]