"Mastering Lockpicking in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2: A Guide"

For those looking to embrace their inner sneak in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, mastering the lockpicking mechanic is crucial, albeit challenging. This guide will walk you through the lockpicking process and help you secure more lockpicks to keep your thievery going strong.

Table of Contents

• Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Lockpick Guide
• How to Get More Lockpicks

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Lockpick Guide

For those familiar with the original game, you might be disappointed to hear that the lockpicking mini-game returns in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* with mechanics that are just as tricky as before. Here's a step-by-step guide to mastering lockpicking:

1. Ensure you have a lockpick in your inventory. This is your first step before attempting to pick any lock.
2. Interact with the lock. Approach a locked door or chest and initiate interaction.
3. Use the right stick to navigate the lock. Keep moving until the cursor turns into a golden circle.
4. Hold the L2 button to rotate the lock. While holding L2, you must maintain the right stick on the golden circle to successfully unlock the mechanism. This part can be quite challenging; the slightest deviation can cause your lockpick to break.

The real difficulty lies in keeping that cursor steady on the golden circle. If it drifts away, your lockpick will snap, forcing you to start over. To mitigate this risk, save your game before attempting to pick a lock. A broken lockpick not only means losing your tool but also making noise, which can attract nearby NPCs.

While the process can be frustrating, persistence is key. Start with simpler locks to build your skill, and as you improve, tackling more complex locks will become easier.

How to Get More Lockpicks

Finding more lockpicks in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* is relatively straightforward. Although you can't purchase them from merchants, you can acquire them through:

• Looting: Search the bodies of guards, soldiers, and bandits. You don't necessarily need to engage them in combat; a quick pickpocket can do the trick if you prefer stealth.

With these tips, you're now better equipped to master lockpicking in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*. For more in-depth guides and tips, be sure to check out The Escapist.