Frostpunk 2: The City Must Not Fall

Hands on with Frostpunk 2 - Deciding to Survive

“Frostpunk 2,” the highly anticipated sequel to the critically acclaimed city-building survival game “Frostpunk,” is set to push the boundaries of the genre with its release. Developed by 11 bit studios, this sequel builds on the innovative mechanics and compelling narrative of its predecessor while introducing new features, deeper strategic elements, and a more expansive world.

Set in an alternate post-apocalyptic 19th century where a new ice age has gripped the Earth, “Frostpunk 2” challenges players to navigate the harsh realities of survival in a frozen wasteland. As the leader of a struggling city, players must manage resources, make difficult moral decisions, and balance the needs of their citizens to ensure the community’s survival against the relentless cold and external threats.

The sequel promises to expand on the original game’s themes of leadership and societal structure, introducing more complex systems for managing the city’s development and the well-being of its inhabitants. Players will encounter new dilemmas and opportunities as they explore the broader narrative and interact with other factions vying for control and survival in this unforgiving world.

“Frostpunk 2” aims to deliver an immersive and thought-provoking experience, blending city-building mechanics with deep storytelling and strategic gameplay. With enhanced graphics, improved gameplay mechanics, and a richly detailed world, it is poised to captivate both returning fans and newcomers to the series.

Available September 20, 2024 on Xbox Series X|S, EPIC Store, Steam, GOG.com and PlayStation®5.

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🔎Key Features:

  • Expanded World and Setting: The game is set in a more extensive and diverse world compared to the first, featuring new environments and challenges.

  • New Factions and Politics: Players will interact with new factions and face complex political decisions, adding depth to the game’s narrative and strategic elements.

  • Advanced Technology and Progression: Frostpunk 2 introduces new technological advancements and progression systems, offering more options for city development and survival strategies.

  • Enhanced City-Building Mechanics: Expect refined city-building mechanics that allow for more detailed and nuanced management of resources, infrastructure, and population.

  • Moral and Ethical Choices: The game will continue to focus on moral and ethical dilemmas, forcing players to make tough decisions that impact their society and the world around them.

  • Dynamic Weather and Environmental Challenges: Improved environmental challenges and weather systems will add complexity to survival and city management.

  • Rich Narrative and Storytelling: The sequel aims to build on the first game’s strong narrative foundation with a more intricate and immersive storyline.

  • Improved Graphics and Art Style: Frostpunk 2 is expected to feature enhanced graphics and a more detailed art style, creating a more immersive and atmospheric experience.

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PC Features

For Frostpunk 2 on PC, you can expect several features that take advantage of the platform’s capabilities:

  1. Advanced Graphics Settings: Detailed graphics options allowing for high-resolution textures, shadows, and effects to enhance the game’s visual fidelity.

  2. Mod Support: Potential support for mods, enabling players to customize and expand the game with community-created content.

  3. Performance Optimization: Settings to adjust performance based on your PC’s hardware, including options for scaling and graphical enhancements.

  4. Keyboard and Mouse Controls: Full support for keyboard and mouse inputs, with customizable keybindings for improved control and efficiency.

  5. Resolution and Display Options: Support for various resolutions, including ultra-wide monitors, and customizable display settings.

  6. Steam Workshop Integration: If applicable, integration with Steam Workshop for easy access to mods and community-created content.

  7. Enhanced UI/UX: A user interface designed to be intuitive and efficient for PC players, including detailed information displays and control schemes.

  8. Save and Load Management: Robust save and load options, allowing for quick saves and multiple save slots to manage your gameplay progress.

  9. Performance Benchmarks: Tools or benchmarks to assess and optimize the game’s performance on different hardware configurations.

These features will help ensure that Frostpunk 2 delivers a rich and immersive experience on PC, leveraging the platform’s strengths to enhance gameplay and visuals.

Gameplay

The Frost Never Ends

Frostpunk 2 is the sequel to the highly acclaimed, BAFTA-nominated society survival game that blended city building, strategy, and management gameplay.

Taking place 30 years after the apocalyptic blizzard, Earth is still overwhelmed by the neverending frost and harsh, icy climate. You play as the leader of a resource-hungry metropolis where expansion and the search for new sources of power is an unavoidable reality.

The City Must Not Fall

The City progressed. Years of whiteouts have changed the world, wiping the slate clean. Society is still struggling for life-preserving supplies, but they slowly realize they’ve survived the worst of it. And that the world stands empty, ripe for the taking.

Also, people changed. Once they feel like they have survived the worst—and the bonding survival instinct fades—their human nature comes into play, driven by ambition that could plummet the City to its downfall.

More Than A Sequel

“Frostpunk 2 is still a game about the City and its society,” states Jakub Stokalski, game Co-Director and Design Director at 11 bit studios.

“But inner turmoils, sparked by rising social differences, mean that players will be facing new kinds of threats. We use a post-apocalyptic setup to tell a meaningful story about human ambition. Because ultimately, what can end us is not nature itself – it’s human nature.”

Assume The Role Of A Steward

As the City grows, creating and passing new laws becomes a more complex matter. The People slowly divide into fractions witth different, often contradiictory visions of the future.

The Council is a place where these ideas clash, sometimes violently. It's your role as a Steward to ensure that the city will not fall because of those conflicts. Manage emerging crises while at the same time steering humanity towards a new future.

System Requirements

Minimum Requirements (1080p at 30 FPS)

  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
  • Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 / Intel Core i5 2.5 GHz
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: AMD RX 550 4 GB VRAM / NVIDIA GTX 1050Ti 4 GB VRAM / INTEL ARC A310 4GB VRAM
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Storage: 30 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: SSD required. Ultrawide screen not fully supported.

Please be aware that listed system requirements may change before the release of the game.

    • Requires an Apple processor
    • OS: macOS 14.5
    • Processor: Apple M1
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Apple M1
    • Storage: 30 GB available space
    • Additional Notes: Min specs can run the game on low to medium settings.

Recommended Requirements (1080p at 60 FPS)

  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
  • Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 / Intel Core i7 2.8 GHz
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics: AMD RX 5700 8 GB VRAM / NVIDIA 2060 Super RTX 8 GB VRAM / INTEL ARC A770 8GB VRAM
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Storage: 30 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: SSD required. Ultrawide screen not fully supported.

Please be aware that listed system requirements may change before the release of the game.

    • Requires an Apple processor
    • OS: Latest macOS
    • Processor: Apple M1 Pro or better
    • Memory: 16 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Apple M1 Pro or better
    • Storage: 30 GB available space
    • Additional Notes: Recommended specs can run the game on medium to high settings.

Deluxe Edition

The Frostpunk 2 Deluxe Edition is set to release on September 20, 2024. This edition offers several exclusive benefits for fans of the game. It includes:

  1. 72-Hour Early Access: You can start playing the story mode three days before the official release.
  2. Three DLC Packs: These will be released post-launch, giving you additional content to expand your experience.
  3. Digital Extras: A digital novella titled Warm Flesh from the upcoming Frostpunk anthology, a digital artbook, and the original soundtrack.
  4. Exclusive In-Game Item: A unique item that will only be available to owners of the Deluxe Edition.

Pre-Order

Get ready to return to the frozen wasteland with Frostpunk 2! The Deluxe Edition is now available for pre-order, offering an exclusive package designed for the most dedicated survivors. With 72-hour early access to the game, you can start building your city and facing the harsh winter three days before anyone else.

STANDARD EDITION – RS. 1800
DELUXE EDITION – RS. 3264 2937 (Offer valid till 20 Sep, 2024)

Pre-Order now on Steam
Pre-Order now on EPIC Store
Pre-Order now on GOG.com
Pre-Order now on Xbox Series X|S
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