The Master Lockpicker
🟠 Updated over a year agoPreview

🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #7 of 758 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
KCD2 v1. 4 (Legacy of the Forge) compatible
Five versions available:
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[]Main: Adjusted to provide a smooth, hassle-free experience. Significantly modifies all lockpicking bonuses and penalties.
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]Lite: Reduces penalties by 50% and increases bonuses by 50%, offering an easier yet still challenging experience.[]Challenge One: Tweaks parameters to make some aspects more difficult than the game's default while still allowing players to attempt harder locks with certain bonuses.
[]Perk Master Thief: Unlocks all locks and makes the Master Thief perk available at level 6.
[]No Hand Shaking: This version removes hand tremble during lockpicking. All other parameters remain at the game's default (vanilla) settings.
WHAT IS THIS?
The Master Lockpicker mod enhances the lockpicking experience by refining mechanics and offering customizable difficulty options. Whether you want an easier or more challenging approach, this mod adapts to different playstyles.
It adjusts parameters like hand tremble, hotspot size, and skill dependency, allowing for smoother and more precise lockpicking. Some versions reduce penalties and increase bonuses, making lockpicking more forgiving, while others tweak the difficulty balance for a greater challenge.
Additionally, this mod allows players to attempt locks above their skill level. A specific version also unlocks all locks automatically and grants access to the Master Thief perk at level 6.
With The Master Lockpicker, lockpicking becomes a more engaging and customizable experience, whether you're looking for accessibility or a real test of skill.
Compatibility:
The mod is a "PTF - Patched Table File" type mod, meaning it remains compatible even with mods that modify the rpg_param file.
If you experience issues, check for updates in both mods.
Installation:
Extract the file into your Mods folder.
If you don’t have a Mods folder, create one in the root directory of your game:
KingdomComeDeliverance2\Mods
Then place the mod inside the folder like this:
KingdomComeDeliverance2\Mods\themasterlockpicker (extract the zip here)
You can also use the Vortex Mod Manager to install it automatically.
Uninstallation:
Simply delete the themasterlockpicker folder from your Mods directory.
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The Master Lockpicker is a gameplay mod that tweaks lockpicking mechanics, letting you adjust difficulty by modifying hand tremble, hotspot size, and skill scaling. It offers both easier and harder variants, with some versions reducing penalties and boosting bonuses. Ideal for players who want to customize their lockpicking experience.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust with 3,332 endorsements and 232k downloads
- Flexible difficulty options cater to both casual and hardcore players
- Actively maintained, last updated March 2025
⚠️ Cons
- Description is vague on exact values and which versions do what
- May conflict with other mods that alter lockpicking or skill systems
This is for players who find vanilla lockpicking too easy or too frustrating and want to tailor it to their preference. It's also great for roleplayers who want a more immersive challenge or for those who just want to breeze through locks without hassle.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're new to lockpicking, start with a version that reduces penalties and increases bonuses to get the hang of it.
- Experiment with different versions to find the sweet spot that matches your skill level and playstyle.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Kingdom Come 2 Mods
- Author
- LsCThirso - ThSdS
- Version
- 1.4
- Downloads
- 232,103
- Endorsements
- 3,332
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 2/7/2025
- Updated
- 3/14/2025
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