Dishonored 2 Timeline ( Real )

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June 19, 2015

Announcement of Dishonored 2

Bethesda Softworks officially announces Dishonored 2, revealing it as the sequel to the original Dishonored game.

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November 11, 2016

Dishonored 2 Release

Dishonored 2 is released worldwide on multiple platforms including PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Microsoft Windows.

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November 11, 2016

Dishonored 2 Collector's Edition Release

Release of the Dishonored 2 Collector's Edition featuring exclusive physical and digital content.

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April 16, 2013

Launch of Dishonored 2 DLC - The Knife of Dunwall

While this DLC belongs to the first Dishonored game, some transitional content discussions occurred during Dishonored 2's development period.

Dishonored 2 Timeline ( Fictional )

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1841, Midwinter

Coronation of Emily Kaldwin

Emily Kaldwin is crowned Empress of the Isles after the death of her father, Emperor Jessamine Kaldwin.

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1841, Three weeks after Coronation

Assassination of Emperor Corvo Attano

The protector Corvo Attano is framed and captured during the coup led by Delilah Copperspoon, who usurps the throne.

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1841, Early Spring

Emily and Corvo's escape from Dunwall

Using their powers and allies, Emily and Corvo escape captivity following Delilah's coup to plan the reclaiming of the throne.

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1842, Late Spring

Return to Karnaca to confront Delilah

Emily or Corvo infiltrate the city of Karnaca to challenge Delilah and gather allies for the fight to restore the rightful Empress.

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1842, Mid Summer

Confrontation with Delilah at Addermire Institute

The final confrontation where Delilah is defeated and the throne is reclaimed, restoring Emily to power as Empress.