Warhorse Studios is putting the final touches on a brutally challenging hardcore mode for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. The developers recently announced on Discord that a select group of 100 volunteers are currently testing this highly anticipated feature. Recruitment for testers has now closed, signaling the mode’s imminent release.
While specifics remain under wraps for now, expect a difficulty level comparable to, if not exceeding, the first game's infamous hardcore mode. Recall the original Kingdom Come: Deliverance's hardcore mode? It was notoriously unforgiving, limiting saves, amplifying enemy damage, making navigation a true test of wits, slashing gold rewards, and even introducing debilitating negative perks. Deliverance 2's hardcore mode will likely build upon this foundation, promising an even more demanding experience.
Testers are bound by strict NDAs, preventing the sharing of screenshots or videos. However, this testing phase strongly suggests an official announcement and release of information is on the horizon. This hardcore mode will be a free update, ensuring all players can experience the heightened challenge.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is available now on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, offering players a richly immersive historical RPG set in medieval Bohemia. With the addition of this hardcore mode, Warhorse Studios aims to provide a truly rewarding experience for both newcomers and veterans alike, catering to those who crave a significant test of their skills.
