Warhorse Studios is putting the finishing touches on a hardcore difficulty mode for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. The developers recently announced via Discord that the testing phase has begun, with a group of 100 volunteers selected to evaluate the feature before its official release. Recruitment for testers has now concluded, indicating that the studio is moving forward with the final stages of development.

While specific details about the hardcore mode remain under wraps, fans can expect a similar level of challenge to what was offered in the first game. In Kingdom Come: Deliverance, the hardcore mode increased the difficulty by limiting save options, increasing enemy damage, making navigation more complex, reducing gold rewards, and introducing negative perks. It's likely that Deliverance 2 will build upon these mechanics to deliver an even tougher experience.

Testers are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and are prohibited from sharing screenshots or videos of the hardcore mode. However, the involvement of testers suggests that official information about the feature may be released soon. The hardcore mode will be added as a free update in the future, ensuring all players have access to the enhanced challenge.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, offering players an immersive historical RPG experience set in medieval Bohemia. With the addition of the hardcore mode, Warhorse Studios aims to cater to both newcomers and seasoned veterans seeking a greater test of their skills.

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