For those who felt that *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* lacked sufficient difficulty, developers Warhorse Studios are rolling out an exciting update. This patch will introduce a new hardcore mode, allowing players to tailor their challenge by activating specific perks that impose various negative effects on the protagonist, Henricus, thus altering the gameplay experience significantly.
Players can choose from a range of challenging perks, each bringing its own set of complications:
- The "sore back" perk reduces the maximum weight Henricus can carry and increases the risk of injury while foraging for herbs and mushrooms. This will challenge players to manage their inventory more carefully and be more cautious in the wilderness.
- The "heavy footsteps" perk causes shoes to wear out faster and makes the character's steps louder, affecting stealth. Stealth enthusiasts will need to tread more carefully and plan their movements meticulously.
- The "dimwit" perk slows experience gain by 20%, with the developers humorously emphasizing this drawback twice in the perk description. This means players will need to work harder to progress, adding a strategic layer to character development.
- The "sweaty" perk causes the main character to become dirtier and smellier more quickly, impacting social interactions. This adds a new dimension to the social aspects of the game, requiring players to manage their character's hygiene.
- The "ugly mug" perk raises the likelihood of random encounters turning into difficult fights, as enemies will no longer surrender and fight until the end. This perk will test players' combat skills and force them to adapt to tougher encounters.
These additions aim to provide a more immersive and challenging experience for players seeking a tougher adventure in the richly detailed world of *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*. With these new options, Warhorse Studios is ensuring that every player can find the level of difficulty that suits their playstyle, making the game even more engaging and rewarding.
