If you're aiming to be a bit of a sneaky sneakerson in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, you'll quickly find that lockpicking isn't a walk in the park. The game's lockpicking mechanics can be particularly frustrating, but fear not—here's a detailed guide on how to master lockpicking in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*.
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Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 Lockpick Guide
For those of you who've ventured through the original game, brace yourselves—the lockpicking mini-game is back in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, and it's just as challenging as before. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to lockpick:
- Ensure you have a lockpick in your inventory.
- Interact with a lock. This could be a locked door or a chest.
- Use the right stick to explore the lock until the cursor turns into 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.
Sounds straightforward, right? Well, here's the catch: maintaining the right stick on the golden circle is trickier than it seems. As you hold L2, you must continuously hover over the golden circle with the right stick, or your lockpick will break, and you'll need to start over.
To mitigate the frustration, I recommend saving your game right before attempting to pick a lock. Remember, if your lockpick breaks, not only do you lose it, but you'll also make noise that might draw unwanted attention from nearby NPCs.
It can be a tedious process, but perseverance will pay off. Start with easier locks to build your skills, and as your lockpicking proficiency grows, you'll find it easier to tackle more complex locks.
How to Get More Lockpicks
In *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, lockpicks are readily available but can't be purchased from merchants. Instead, you'll find them by looting guards, soldiers, and bandits. You don’t have to fight them; if you're skilled enough, you can simply pickpocket them to acquire lockpicks.
That's your complete guide to using lockpicks in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*. For more tips and insights on the game, be sure to check out The Escapist.
