Read this Kingdom Hearts 3 (KH3) to know the difference in difficulty levels, advantages of Beginner, Standard, and Proud Mode, & criteria for unlocking Secret Ending.
Table of Contents
List Of Changes In Difficulty Levels
Changes In Difficulty Per Mode
| Difficulty | DMG Given | DMG Received | Secret Ending Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical | x .5 | x 2 | - |
| Proud | x 1 | x 1.5 | Criteria is much easier |
| Standard | x 1 | x 1 | Criteria is standard |
| Beginner | x 1.5 | x 0.5 | Criteria is more difficult |
Secret Ending Criteria Changes Accdg. To Difficulty Level
When you choose the Proud Mode, it will be much easier to obtain the Secret Ending since the criteria is easier. Choosing Beginner Mode will make it harded to unlock the Secret Ending.
Damage Take & Received Changes In Difficulty Levels
The amount of damage to do to enemies & the amount you receive when getting hit will change according to your difficulty level. In Beginner Mode, you receive less and do more damage while in Proud Mode, you receive more damage from enemies.
Difficulty Cannot Be Changed Mid-Game
When choosing your difficulty at the start of the game, be very sure of your choice. You cannot change difficulty in the middle of the game - you'll have to start over if you want to modify it.
Secret Ending Criteria Per Mode
List Of Criteria Per Difficulty Level
| Difficulty | Criteria |
|---|---|
| Critical | - TBC |
| Proud | - Take few photos of Lucky Emblems |
| Standard | - Take more photos of Lucky Emblems |
| Beginner | - Find and take photos of all Lucky Emblems |
These are the currently known criteria to unlock the Secret Ending.
Check Here for All Lucky Emblem (Hidden Mickey) LocationsWhich Difficulty Level To Choose?
Standard Mode Is Most Recommended
Standard Mode is the most recommended difficulty level for all players. For new players, this will make the game challenging to play yet it won't be too difficult. You can easily master controls & go through the story with Standard Mode.
Head For Proud Mode If Experienced
If you're a player who has played most of the Kingdom Hearts series, you can take a hand in Proud Mode. The enemies may be more difficult to fight but it'll be easier for you to unlock the Secret Ending.
Play Critical Mode For A Challenge
Critical Mode is for players who love a challenge and want to play Kingdom Hearts 3 with all odds stacked against them. With lower HP / MP, less damage dealt, and more damage taken, Critical Mode is the test of your action playing skills.
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World & Story Walkthroughs
| Story Walkthrough | |
|---|---|
 0. Opening | 1. Olympus |
| 2. Twilight Town | 3. Toy Box |
| 4. Kingdom of Corona | 5. Monstropolis |
| 6. Arendelle | 7. The Caribbean |
| 8. San Fransokyo | 9. Keyblade Graveyard |
Kingdom Hearts 3 (KH3) Related Article
Story Walkthrough & Guides
| 0. Opening | 1. Olympus |
| 2. Twilight Town | 3. Toy Box |
| 4. Kingdom of Corona | 5. Monstropolis |
| 6. Arendelle | 7. The Caribbean |
| 8. San Fransokyo | 9. Keyblade Graveyard |
| 10.Scala Ad Caelum | After Beating the Main Story |
