Overview

• Hardcore Mode for Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 is set to release as a free update in the third week of April 2025.
• The update removes fast travel, map markers, autosave, and other convenience features to heighten the survival challenge.
• Players must navigate without a visible position or compass markers, relying solely on in-game cues and exploration.
• New mandatory perks, such as Numbskull and Bad Back, add permanent gameplay challenges, forcing players to adapt strategically.
• Core mechanics like saving, combat, and the economy have been reworked to deepen realism and amplify difficulty.