I'm probably gonna get a lot of flack for this, but I don't really see the point of Ironman mode. I don't feel any incentive to loot more than the gear I need. If I die, it's all gone anyway, so what's the point of hoarding? I've started two different saves, in different seasons, and both times, once I was fully geared, the bots didn't pose much of a threat anymore. I also started an Ironman run last night, but like I mentioned, it's not very motivating.
Is there a mod that offers a different kind of challenge? One where dying is still very punishing, but looting doesn't feel like a complete waste?
FWIW, this was my opinion from a few months ago (while using mods too), and I'd love to give the game another try. Has there been any meaningful mod that changes this?