From March 24 to 28, 2025, a group of Taiwanese journalists and influencers visited Czechia as part of a familiarization trip linked to the anticipated release of Kingdom Come: Deliverance II (KCDII) by the Czech game studio Warhorse Studios. The event, supported by the Ministry of Regional Development through the PROPED program and in cooperation with CzechTourism, Warhorse Studios, and regional partners, aimed to connect the virtual gaming world with real locations in Czechia, raise awareness of the Czech gaming industry, and inspire gamers—thus potential Taiwanese tourists—to visit our country.

Participants of the trip visited historical locations associated with the game, such as Kutná Hora, Malešov, the ruins of Trosky Castle, and Hrubá Skála Chateau in the Bohemian Paradise. In Prague, the journalists met with the developers at Warhorse Studios, where they had the opportunity to play an unreleased quest from the game and discuss its development. The program also included interactive tours and presentations of regional initiatives, such as the KCD Live! project, which offers experiential programs for fans of the game.

KCDII, released in February 2025, has been successful in Taiwan, where the first installment gained widespread popularity. The gaming industry thus has the potential to contribute not only to cultural exchange but also to the development of tourism in Czechia.

Official Gaming Industry Statistics

Czechia:
In 2023, the estimated turnover of Czech gaming companies reached CZK 7.6 billion (approx. USD 344 million), with more than 98% of revenue coming from abroad (according to the Czech Game Developers Association). According to Statista.com, the video game market in Czechia is expected to generate revenues of USD 813.5 million in 2025, with an average revenue per user (ARPU) of USD 1,017. The Czech gaming industry employs more than 2,600 people and is home to approximately 180 studios, most of which are located in Prague and Brno. 

Taiwan:
In 2024, the annual revenue of the video game and e-sports market in Taiwan reached USD 3.89 billion, marking six consecutive years of growth. In 2025, the video game market in Taiwan is expected to generate USD 3.46 billion in revenue, with an ARPU of USD 1,006. In 2023, approximately 60% of users in Taiwan spent money on video games, with average monthly spending ranging from 300 to 1,000 NTD (all figures from Statista.com).

And what did Taiwanese media write about us?
Below is an overview of articles and videos created during their stay in Czechia (available in Chinese only):

https://udn.com/news/story/7168/8666110
https://style.udn.com/style/story/8077/8666110
https://game.udn.com/game/story/122090/8666110#
https://udn.com/news/story/7168/8665937
https://style.udn.com/style/story/8077/8665937
https://game.udn.com/game/story/122090/8665937#
https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202504200196.aspx
https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202504200199.aspx
https://money.udn.com/money/story/5599/8687135
https://www.worldjournal.com/wj/story/121328/8687415?zh-cn
https://money.udn.com/money/story/5599/8687120
https://news.wearn.com/c1733889.html
https://udn.com/news/story/6812/8687120
https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202504210173.aspx
https://udn.com/news/story/6812/8688547
https://news.cts.com.tw/cna/international/202504/202504212463199.html
https://money.udn.com/money/story/5599/8688547?from=edn_next_story
https://fantasticnewmedia.com/2025/04/21/207582/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXJQpWCvBoA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJMbr2xCNIU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZuSIkx_KLI4
https://youtu.be/GH-omSzvMSA?si=Gb2v_i8VZJvp9O5V

 

Author: Katerina Heinischova, Head of Economic Section, Czech Economic and Cultural Office