The long-awaited sequel Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord has finally left early access and officially released for PCs! It’s time to sharpen your sword, don your armour, and summon your followers as you get ready to battle it out.
As your noble steed, Overclockers UK is here to tell you everything there is to know about Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord. We’ve even shared some of our top gaming PC recommendations.
The Gameplay
Set 200 years before the previous title, Mount & Blade II is an in-depth strategic, action RPG game. Players must embark on a challenging journey through the Calradia as they battle their way to victory. In your quest for power, raise your own army and lead them into battle either in the frosty mountains, glorious cities, or misty forests.
What’s more, there is an extensive character creation mode where you can create your perfect warrior that perfectly suits your gameplay style. As you progress through the game and win more battles, unlock new skills and perks on your way to mastering your chosen talent.
Early Access
Mount & Blade II has been in early access since 2020, but as of October 25th 2022, the game has officially been released! During its early access, the game received numerous updates designed to fix any bugs and improve any key gameplay features before the official release.
Does Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord Have a Multiplayer Mode?
Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord features both a single-player sandbox campaign and several multiplayer game modes. This ranges from small-scale skirmishes to all-out epic sieges.
Is Mount & Blade II a PC Exclusive?
Mount & Blade II is available to play on PC, XBOX One, XBOX Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation 4. Crossplay is currently not supported, but we’ve got our fingers crossed for a future update!
Official PC System Specifications
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7 | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel Core i3-8100 or AMD Ryzen 3 1200 | Intel Core i5-9600K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600X |
| Memory | 6GB RAM | 8GB RAM |
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 630 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 or AMD Radeon HD 7850 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or AMD Radeon RX 580 |
| Storage | 60GB available space | 60GB available space |
Our Top PCs to Play Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord
In need of a PC or laptop upgrade to play Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord? At Overclockers UK, we stock a premium range of systems that come packed with all the hardware you need to enjoy playing this incredible sequel. We’ve rounded up a few of faves below, but you browse all our PCs and laptops if these don’t suit your needs.
Refract Gaming Crimson Pre-Built PC:
The Refract Gaming Crimson comes packed with everything you need to be victorious in Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord. As your trusty ally, this pre-built gaming PC includes an AMD Ryzen 5 5600G APU for fast processing speeds. This APU also features integrated RX Vega Graphics, delivering you smooth FPS and quality graphics at 1080p. Included with this pre-built PC is a three year warranty that covers parts and labour.
Refract Gaming Crimson
- Pre-built gaming PC
- Designed for casual gaming
- Includes an AMD Ryzen 7 8700G APU with integrated RX Vega Graphics
- 32GB DDR5 RAM
- Comes with a three warranty covering parts and labour
Gigabyte AORUS 7 Gaming Laptop:
Enjoy playing Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord from wherever you go with the Gigabyte AORUS 7 Gaming Laptop. The Intel i5 12500H facilitates blisteringly fast performance and seamless multitasking, thanks to the hybrid core architecture. Take advantage of the NVIDIA RTX 4060 to unlock ultra-realistic visuals and silky-smooth gameplay. Immerse yourself fully in your favourite gaming worlds with the 17.3” FHD display, capable of delivering stunning high-res images and videos, along with quick response times.
Gigabyte AORUS 17 Gaming Laptop
- 17.3” FHD display
- 360Hz refresh rates
- Intel i5 12500H CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4060
- 16GB DDR4 RAM
- Windows 11 Home
OcUK Gaming Mach 1 Pre-Built PC:
The OcUK Gaming Mach 1 has been built utilising premium cherry-picked hardware to deliver high-octane gaming at up to 1080p resolutions. Equipped with an AMD Ryzen 5 5600 CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4060 unlock ultra-fast processing and life-like visuals in all your favourite games. Up to 16GB DDR4 RAM and a 1TB SSD deliver near-zero latency or input lag, along with ensuring you have plenty of storage space for your expanding library.
OcUK Gaming Mach 1
- Pre-built gaming PC
- Designed for high-quality 1080p gaming
- Includes an AMD Ryzen 5 5600 CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4060
- Up to 16GB DDR4 RAM
- 1TB SSD
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Swords At the Ready!
Will you be playing Mount & Blade II now that it’s out of early access? Or perhaps you’ve already tested your skills on the battlefield? Whatever the case, let us know in the comments below.
*Prices correct at time of writing and PC specs are subject to change.
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Ruth Rowley
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Ruth has been with Overclockers UK for over a year and has gone on to write about everything ranging from in-depth hardware guides to monthly game releases.
Outside of writing blog posts, she can be found wrapped in a blanket with her black cat, engrossed in a book or playing life-simulation games such as The Sims, Stardew Valley, and Animal Crossing.
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