FS25 Hardcore Balance Mod v1.0.0.7

This mod makes the gameplay more difficult, making it more interesting and balanced. For a improve the game, it is recommended to start a new game.

Gameplay changes:
Disabling time acceleration. Time acceleration only during sleep. It’s necessary for you to construct a farmhouse.
Removed sleep and wardrobe triggers from all farmhouses except of those that need to be constructed.
Price the field reduction after purchase by 50% (after the sale the price is restored).
No Fast Travel (player position is remembered).
Removed vehicles from contracts.
Added a penalty for canceling a contract in the amount of 50% of the reward.
The emergence of new contracts has been improved. Missions to rocks removal, deadwood, and wood transport are now generated once per hour.
Interest rate on the loan 15% per month. The initial credit limit is zero (credit limit increases as purchasing farmlands and buildings).
The output mode of production cannot be changed (default is Storing).
The price of decorational trees has increased by 10 times.
Fixed incorrect operation of wood chippers, now the mass of outgoing wood chips is equal to the mass of loaded woods (less wood chips).
The maximum pick up mass by hands has been reduced to 50 kg.
The fermentation time of silage is 1 month, regardless of the economic difficulty.

Changelog Version 1.0.0.6:
Added support for French and Polish languages.
All productions has been accelerated by 10 times. Except for the Wagon Builder, Playground Maker Hall (RIVERBEND SPRINGS), and Piano Manufacture (ZIELONKA).

Forced game settings set:
1. Economic Difficulty – HARD
2. Fuel Usage – HIGH
3. Seasonal Growth – YES
4. Days Per Month – 1 DAY
5. Fixed Visual Month – OFF
6. Snow – ON
7. Periodic Plowing Required – ON
8. Fieldstone – ON
9. Lime Required – ON
10. Weeds – ON
11. Disaster Destruction – ENABLED

Version 1.0.0.7:
Removed animal delivery, added configuration for transporting chickens to some trailers:

FARMTECH DPW 1800
Category: Flatbed Trailers
Configuration Price: $9 600
Capacity: 384 pieces

FARMTECH DDK 2400
Category: Trailers
Configuration Price: $7 200
Capacity: 288 pieces

STEMA TRIUS
Category: Miscellaneous
Configuration Price: $2 400
Capacity: 96 pieces

 

[FarmerBoy]

It's great to see the detailed changes and improvements made in the Hardcore Balance Mod for FS25. These modifications indeed enhance the gameplay experience by adding more challenges and realism to the game. Here are some insights on the changes and additions you've mentioned:

1. Disabling time acceleration except during sleep adds a layer of strategy and planning requirement to the game. This makes players consider their actions more carefully.

2. Removing sleep and wardrobe triggers from most farmhouses encourages players to focus on managing their farm efficiently and strategically.

3. Field price reduction after purchase and penalty for canceling contracts add consequences to player decisions, making them think twice before acting.

4. The modification of contract generation frequency for tasks like rocks removal, deadwood, and wood transport makes these missions less repetitive and more engaging.

5. Adjusting the interest rate on loans and credit limit based on farm progress adds a financial management aspect to the gameplay.

6. Changes to vehicle availability in contracts and the increase in decorative tree prices encourage players to prioritize and invest wisely.

7. Tweaking gameplay settings and production rates contributes to a more immersive and challenging farming experience.

8. The addition of support for French and Polish languages makes the mod more accessible to a wider player base.

9. The new configuration options for transporting chickens to specific trailers offer more variety and customization in gameplay.

Overall, these changes aim to make the game more realistic, challenging, and engaging for players. Starting a new game to experience these enhancements from the beginning is recommended for a fresh and enriching gameplay experience. The attention to detail and balance in this mod is impressive and should provide both new challenges and enjoyment for FS25 players.