Warhorse Studios is in the final stages of developing a new hardcore difficulty mode for *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*. The studio recently shared via Discord that the testing phase has kicked off, with a select group of 100 volunteers tasked with putting the feature through its paces before the official rollout. The recruitment drive for testers has wrapped up, signaling that the developers are now focusing on the last steps of refinement.
While the exact details of the hardcore mode are still a mystery, fans can anticipate a challenge level akin to that of the original *Kingdom Come: Deliverance*. In the first game, the hardcore mode ramped up the difficulty by restricting save options, boosting enemy damage, complicating navigation, cutting back on gold rewards, and adding negative perks. It's reasonable to expect that *Deliverance 2* will expand on these elements to offer an even more demanding experience.
Testers participating in the evaluation are under strict confidentiality agreements, preventing them from leaking any screenshots or videos of the hardcore mode. Despite this secrecy, the involvement of testers hints that Warhorse Studios may soon unveil more official details about the feature. Excitingly, the hardcore mode will be rolled out as a free update, ensuring all players can enjoy the heightened challenge.
*Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* is accessible on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, providing an immersive journey into medieval Bohemia for RPG enthusiasts. With the introduction of the hardcore mode, Warhorse Studios is set to satisfy both new players and seasoned veterans looking for an intensified test of their abilities.
