Troubleshooting Kingdom Come Deliverance 2: Resolving the Stuck on Main Menu Problem

A significant update for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 has recently been released, introducing thousands of bug fixes, gameplay adjustments, and exciting new features. Warhorse Studios took their time crafting this update, which now also includes official support for modding, enhancing player creativity and engagement.

If you’ve experienced issues getting past the main menu following this update—like many players, including myself—don’t worry! Here’s a straightforward solution that can help you get back to your adventures in the game.

Players have reported inconsistencies with Steam updates, leading to situations where the main menu displays just the background without any playable options. This typically indicates a problem with your game files. The good news is that the repair process is quite simple. Just follow these steps to verify your game files:

Launch Steam and head to your Library.
Right-click on Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 and go to Properties.
In the Installed Files section, select Verify integrity of game files.

Verify Game Files Screenshot — Verification of game files in Steam. Screenshot by Prima Games.

The verification process may take some time, depending on your storage’s performance. Once completed, Steam should automatically download any necessary files and repair corrupted data. After this, your main menu will function properly, restoring the options you expect.

Main Menu Screenshot — The restored main menu of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. Screenshot by Prima Games.

This issue’s occurrence remains puzzling, as this week marks the second time I’ve encountered such problems in different games. Another title, FragPunk, had audio issues tied to corrupted update files. Although these types of glitches are often easily fixed, it raises questions about the reliability of the Steam client recently. The widespread nature of these troubles suggests it might not be solely on the user’s end.

If you continue experiencing crashes or stability challenges with Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, consider these general troubleshooting tips to enhance your gaming experience:

Update DirectX and Visual C++ Redistributables (highly recommended).
Ensure your Windows is up to date.
Update your GPU drivers: Use the following links for NVIDIA, AMD, and Intel.
Consider updating your BIOS, particularly if you’re using an Intel 13th or 14th generation processor.
Use your dedicated GPU instead of an integrated one if you’re on a laptop.
Check and correct your system date and time settings.