Softcore -

This stands in direct contrast to "hardcore" mode, where dying results in "permadeath"—the permanent deletion of the character and all their unsaved progress.

In the mid-to-late 20th century, softcore films (often called "skin flicks") allowed creators to push the boundaries of censorship in mainstream cinema without crossing into illegal or heavily restricted "hardcore" territory. 🕹️ 2. Video Gaming softcore

When a character dies in a softcore mode, they might lose some gold, experience, or equipment durability, but the character remains playable. This stands in direct contrast to "hardcore" mode,

It typically avoids showing explicit sexual penetration or close-up shots of genitalia. they might lose some gold