The original Chivalry: Medieval Warfare brought the brutality of medieval combat to life by thrusting you right into the middle of the multiplayer action. Now, Chivalry: Medieval Warfare 2 looks like it’ll take us all back to the ramparts and teach us a thing or two about warfare.

Chivalry 2’s colossal 64 player battles will make every multiplayer match feel like a medieval war film, with warriors controlled by real people everywhere you look. You’ll storm castles, defend against overwhelming odds, and engage in frantic melee action as you square off against opponents.

This sequel to the 2012 hit sees Chivalry 2 receive vastly superior visuals, but the tweaks and changes don’t just stop there. Combat is the core of Chivalry 2 and it’s faster, more fluid, and has been utterly revamped. You’ll also have more control over your creative choices as you fight, allowing players to focus on perfecting their playstyle.

Every aspect of medieval warfare has been recreated in meticulous detail, from the swing of your sword to the ability to set fire to villages as you ride through. A comprehensive wound system takes the action to the next level, with players able to suffer wounds such as missing limbs or blood loss. Whether or not you keep fighting through the pain...that’s up to you.

Of course there’s no dark without a little light, and developers Torn Banner have included some unusual weapons to bring a little levity to the darkest moments, such as the ability to kill with a chicken. Not through food poisoning either.

From thunderous cavalry charges into the teeth of the enemy to fighting under skies darkened by volley after volley of arrow fire, Chivalry: Medieval Warfare 2 looks to be the grim medieval battle simulator we’ve been waiting for.