“It’s Hard as Hell, But It’s Fair”: The Callisto Protocol Gets a Free Hardcore Mode

Feb 8 2023 by Xbox Live's Major Nelson

 

The Callisto Protocol was already an unforgiving experience, tasking you with escaping Black Iron Prison amid an outbreak that turns its denizens into horrific biophages – but now it’s offering its sternest challenge yet. As part of a free update, Striking Distance Studios has introduced Hardcore Mode – and I caught up with Creative Director Ben Walker to dive into the new horrors it brings.

“It’s right there in the name – Hardcore Mode is just plain hardcore,”...

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