Warhorse Studios is putting the finishing touches on a brutally challenging hardcore mode for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. The developers recently announced on Discord that a select group of 100 volunteer testers are currently putting it through its paces. Recruitment has now closed, signaling the mode is nearing completion.
While details remain scarce, expect a difficulty level reminiscent of the original Kingdom Come: Deliverance's hardcore mode. That mode famously limited saves, boosted enemy damage, made navigation a true test, slashed gold rewards, and even introduced punishing negative perks. Deliverance 2's hardcore mode is likely to build upon and intensify these features.
Testers are under strict NDAs, preventing any leaks of screenshots or gameplay footage. However, this testing phase suggests an official announcement and release of the hardcore mode is imminent. This challenging new option will arrive as a free update, ensuring all players can experience the heightened difficulty.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is available now on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, offering a richly immersive historical RPG experience set in medieval Bohemia. The addition of the hardcore mode promises to satisfy both newcomers and veteran players craving a truly demanding challenge.