Hardcore Mode Announced for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2

Warhorse Studios is in the final stages of developing a hardcore difficulty mode for *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*. The developers recently announced via Discord that they've kicked off the testing phase, engaging a select group of 100 volunteers to put the feature through its paces before the official release. The recruitment for testers is now complete, signaling that the studio is ramping up for the last stretch of development.

While Warhorse Studios is keeping the details of the hardcore mode under wraps, fans can anticipate a challenge akin to what was offered in the original *Kingdom Come: Deliverance*. In the first game, the hardcore mode ramped up the difficulty by restricting save options, amping up enemy damage, complicating navigation, decreasing gold rewards, and introducing negative perks. It's highly likely that *Deliverance 2* will expand on these mechanics to provide an even more demanding experience.

Testers are under strict confidentiality agreements, meaning no screenshots or videos of the hardcore mode will surface until the official release. However, their involvement hints that more concrete details might be shared soon. Excitingly, the hardcore mode will be available as a free update, ensuring that all players can dive into this enhanced challenge.

*Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* is playable on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, immersing players in a rich historical RPG set in medieval Bohemia. With the introduction of the hardcore mode, Warhorse Studios is set to cater to both newcomers and seasoned veterans looking for a rigorous test of their skills.