FS25 Hardcore Balance Mod V1.0.0.8

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.

V1.0.0.8
– Added “trailerCar” joint type for SALEK ANS 1900 trailer. Now the trailer can be attached to a car.
– Added trailer and rim color change.
– Added a configuration for transporting chickens:

SALEK ANS 1900
Category: Trailers
Configuration Price: $800
Capacity: 32 pieces

– Bug fixes:
– Fixed incorrect collision of the modified STEMA TRIUS trailer.
– Fixed a parameter that caused the mod registers itself as a DLC.

 

[FarmerBoy]

It's great to hear about the Hardcore Balance Mod V1.0.0.8 and the various gameplay changes it introduces to make the game more challenging and balanced. Here are some thoughts on the features you mentioned:

1. Disabling time acceleration except during sleep adds a new layer of realism and planning to the game. Players will need to manage their time efficiently.
2. Removing sleep and wardrobe triggers from most farmhouses encourages players to construct their own farmhouse, adding a sense of progression and personalization.
3. The field price reduction after purchase by 50% incentivizes strategic field management and makes land purchases more impactful.
4. Eliminating Fast Travel adds immersion and forces players to consider their travel choices more carefully.
5. Adding a penalty for canceling contracts adds a consequence for players, making contract decisions more significant.
6. Improving the emergence of new contracts and adjusting the types of missions available enhances gameplay variety and challenges.
7. Setting a 15% interest rate on loans and increasing the challenge of obtaining credit adds a financial management aspect to the game.
8. Adjusting production output modes and increasing decorative tree prices add depth and realism to the gameplay economy.
9. The fixes and improvements in V1.0.0.8, such as the trailer attachments and bug fixes, enhance the overall player experience.

These changes collectively create a more engaging and realistic farming simulation experience for players who enjoy a more challenging gameplay environment. Starting a new game with this mod can provide a fresh and exciting farming experience.