Is it worth returning to The Division 2? What players say about the Hardcore mode

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With the update 6.1 came the new Hardcore mode to The Division 2. The mode is well received by the players – however, there are also suggestions for improvement.

This is the Hardcore mode: The new Hardcore mode is part of the update 6.1, which players of The Division 2 have been able to experience since December 10th.

It provides a new challenge for players: The game proceeds normally. But you only get a single life. If you die, it’s over. There are no respawns, and all the nice loot is gone.

The Hardcore mode is currently running as a beta, but it has its own servers. This means: You only interact with players who are also in Hardcore mode. It’s an exciting challenge that players believe should definitely be tried out.

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How the new Hardcore mode is received by players

This is what the community says: Overall, the introduction of the Hardcore mode is accompanied by positive feedback:

  • The user “Just_a_Wolf” is absolutely thrilled: “I am completely in love with the Hardcore mode,” the player states on reddit: “It’s fantastic how the mindset changes to stay alive.”
  • User “heraklid” says: “I love the tension so far.”
  • Also user Aztekbp agrees: “So far 5-6 hours in. I must say, I love it. But let’s see what happens when I die.”

The new mode can score points with its tension. However, there are also some areas where it still needs improvement.

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These improvements are wished by the players: Since the mode is playable but still labeled as beta, not all features are available yet. Already, players have compiled a small wish list of how the mode could become even better.

These wishes include:

  • Better loot: “It’s permadeath, so there’s no reason to be stingy with loot. This would even give many players a reason to play the mode and come back,” says “Dudekizzle“.
  • Better rewards: Currently, you only receive a “YOLO” cap when you reach level 2. Players wish for better rewards that make playing the mode worthwhile.
  • Leaderboards to compare with the competition.
  • No cutscenes: “We don’t need the tutorial and cutscenes every time we die,” says user “shuggyD“.
  • A fifth character: Currently, one of your 4 character slots must be used for Hardcore mode. Players wish for an extra slot.

What’s next in The Division 2? A look ahead:

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