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Who’s a Good Boy? A Human Actor Plays the Role of Mutt in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2

by Lillian Mar 17,2025

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2's lovable dog, Mutt, wasn't brought to life using motion capture with a real dog. Instead, a human actor cleverly mimicked the dog's movements. This unconventional approach was chosen for scenes involving Mutt's interactions with human characters, offering a more practical solution than working with a live animal.

A behind-the-scenes video showcases a human performer embodying Mutt during key moments. This allowed the human actors to visualize Mutt's position, resulting in more natural interactions despite the absence of a real dog on set.

While the developers haven't revealed the actor's identity or the frequency of their "barking" duties, their contribution underscores the ingenuity and adaptability of game development. This unsung hero's talent brought Mutt to life, proving that courage, even in the form of a four-legged friend, can be embodied by a two-legged artist.

This collaborative effort enabled human actors to convincingly interact with the digital dog. However, the actor's identity remains a mystery, leaving fans intrigued by the extent of their involvement in bringing Mutt to the screen.

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