Very Hard Mode
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #140 of 259 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod modifies SQL data, so use Mod Merger to merge between other mods. It won't work otherwise.
I did this mod following my personal taste in the matter of adding balance and fun to the game, so I hope that it may fit your taste as well.
The main changes of HARD MODE are:
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[] x5+ HPs on enemies (thanks to WinterElfeas for the base values)
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]x2 Damage from enemies.[]Increased Enemy's Protego Cooldown to 3 (base is 0).
[]Increased Parryscare to 1. 2, and PerfectParryScale to 0. 6 to give you some fun/chance.
[]Spells Damages, CoolDowns, and Ranges are untouched.
[]The base cast's damages (Stupefy) are balanced (fewer crazy crits and more constant damage).
[]The Enemies are more reactive, aggressive, and dangerous.
[]The number of spawned enemies is increased (thanks to WinterElfeas)
[]The Level of the enemies around the map scale with yours up to +5 (thanks to WinterElfeas and Cbraqz)
[]Now you can Freeze the Dragons instead of Burning them (maybe it wasn't necessary, but it makes more sense to me)
- Added 1% Legendary Loot Chance by humanoids enemies (after that much work killing them, a reward is well deserved) (thanks to Immusama)
If you like to add more challenges I personally suggest installing Less OP Ancient Magic Finisher by WinterElfeas which did a great job in the matter of balancing gameplay mods.
Very Hard Mode 1. 3 is enjoyable during the story and quests.
Very hard Mode 2. 3 is made for the late game (my favourite).
How to Install: To install the mod, simply extract the . PAK file to SteamLibrary\steamapps\common\Hogwarts Legacy\Phoenix\Content\Paks\~mods or equivalent. If you do not have a ~mods folder, please create one at this time.
How to Uninstall: To uninstall the mod, simply delete the . PAK file from the ~mods folder.
So far I didn't notice bugs, but please be prudent an
Very Hard Mode by dna21490 ramps up difficulty by boosting enemy HP, damage, reactions, levels, and spawn counts. With 124 endorsements and 3,759 downloads, it's a straightforward difficulty enhancer for players seeking a tougher challenge. Last updated March 2023, so check compatibility with your game version.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-tested with 124 endorsements and 3,759 downloads
- Directly addresses multiple difficulty aspects for a more intense experience
- Lightweight mod that doesn't overhaul the game, just cranks up the challenge
⚠️ Cons
- No detailed instructions or compatibility notes provided by the author
- Last updated in March 2023 — may not work with the latest game patches
- Difficulty increase might feel unfair if you're not prepared for bullet-sponge enemies
For veteran players who find the base game too easy and want a raw, numbers-based challenge. Skip if you prefer curated difficulty mods with configurable options or if you're new to the game.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check if your game version matches the mod's last update (March 2023) to avoid crashes.
- Start a new save or test in a low-stakes area to gauge the difficulty spike before committing.
- If you're using a mod manager, enable this mod last to avoid conflicts with other gameplay mods.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Hogwarts Legacy Mods
- Author
- dna21490
- Version
- 2.3
- Downloads
- 3,759
- Endorsements
- 124
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 2/28/2023
- Updated
- 3/19/2023
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