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The First Berserker: Khazan has emerged as one of the most anticipated entries in the Soulslike genre for 2025. Its combination of engaging gameplay and notorious difficulty has attracted players looking for a challenging experience. However, some feedback indicates that the game’s difficulty may have exceeded expectations.
For those looking for a less punishing experience, Khazan includes an Easy mode designed to allow players to enjoy the game without facing its steep challenges head-on. Many developers in the genre, inspired by FromSoftware’s reputation for high difficulty, tend to either heighten the challenge or offer more accessible options. Khazan opted for the latter approach.
Nonetheless, even players utilizing Easy mode found portions of the early game quite daunting.
In response to player dissatisfaction, the developers released a patch aimed at further easing the experience for those struggling with initial levels.
The First Berserker: Khazan Gets Easier with Adjusted Easy Mode
On its official launch day, Khazan received a significant update for players who had not accessed it early. Following numerous reports from gamers who struggled through the early levels, the game underwent adjustments to enhance its accessibility.
A segment from the developers’ release day patch elaborates on their adjustments:
“We have received significant feedback indicating that even players utilizing the Easy Mode have faced challenges that remain insurmountable,” the developers stated.
“In response to this, we have rebalanced Easy Mode to provide greater support for those who select it, ensuring it doesn’t detract from the experience of players engaged in Normal mode.”
With the updated version, players will experience increased health, stamina, and damage boosts while playing on Easy mode.
Moreover, the difficulty of various bosses, particularly Viper, has been moderated. Viper has been a significant challenge for early game players, given the precision required for parries and stamina management. The adjustments will facilitate a more manageable transition to later sections of the game.
Overall, The First Berserker: Khazan has received accolades for its balanced yet challenging gameplay. These recent updates aim to ensure that a wider audience can enjoy the experience without being deterred by excessive difficulty.
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