Sneaking around in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* can be quite the challenge, especially when it comes to the lockpicking mechanics, which can be downright frustrating. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to master lockpicking in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*.
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Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 Lockpick Guide
If you've played the first game, you might be disappointed to learn that the lockpicking mini-game returns in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, and it's just as challenging as before. Here's how to tackle it:
- Ensure you have a lockpick in your inventory.
- Interact with a lock, whether it's on a door or a chest.
- Use the right stick to navigate the lock until the cursor becomes a golden circle.
- While keeping the cursor on the golden circle with the right stick, hold the L2 button to rotate the lock until it unlocks.
It might sound straightforward, but maintaining the cursor on the golden circle is trickier than it seems. As you hold L2, you must continuously adjust the right stick to stay within the golden circle, or your lockpick will break, and you'll have to start over.
To mitigate frustration, save your game before attempting to pick a lock. Remember, a broken lockpick not only means you lose it but also creates noise that might attract nearby NPCs.
It's a challenging process, but persistence pays off. Start with easier locks to build your skills, and as your lockpicking proficiency improves, you'll find it easier to open more complex locks.
How to Get More Lockpicks
Finding lockpicks in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* is relatively straightforward. While you can't purchase them from merchants, you can often loot them from guards, soldiers, and bandits. You don't necessarily need to engage in combat; pickpocketing can be a safer and easier method to acquire them.
That's the rundown on using lockpicks in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*. For more tips and detailed information on the game, be sure to check out The Escapist.
