KCD 2 Hardcore Mode: New Perks Like Sore Back, Clumsy Steps, and More

Warhorse Studios is enhancing the difficulty of Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 with a forthcoming update introducing a hardcore mode. This mode allows players to activate various challenging perks, each imposing unique negative effects on the protagonist, Henry.

Several demanding perks will be available, each adding a layer of complexity:

• Sore Back: Reduces Henry's maximum carry weight and increases injury risk during foraging.
• Heavy Footsteps: Accelerates shoe wear and increases noise, hindering stealth.
• Dimwit: Decreases experience gain by 20% (this is emphasized twice in the game description!).
• Sweaty: Makes Henry dirtier and smellier faster, affecting social interactions.
• Ugly Mug: Increases the chance of peaceful encounters escalating into difficult fights, as enemies will fight to the death.

These additions aim to create a more immersive and challenging experience for players desiring a heightened level of difficulty in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2.