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.
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.
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:
