Frostpunk 2

Frostpunk 2 is a city-building survival game developed and published by 11 bit studios, a Polish video game company known for creating emotionally charged and morally complex titles. The game was released on PC on September 20, 2024, with later ports to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on September 18, 2025. The console versions were made available through both digital platforms and physical editions distributed by Skybound Games.

Set 30 years after the events of the original Frostpunk, the game explores the challenges of rebuilding civilization in a world still gripped by an eternal winter. Players assume the role of "the Steward," the new leader of New London, tasked with managing resources, navigating political factions, and addressing the needs of a diverse population. New mechanics allow for larger cities with specialized districts, while factions with conflicting ideals challenge the player to make difficult moral and strategic decisions.

Promotion for Frostpunk 2 was extensive. Trailers and early previews showcased its expanded gameplay, narrative depth, and atmospheric design. The global marketing campaign generated strong awareness, and the game became one of the most wishlisted titles on Steam before release, reflecting high community interest. Social media engagement and coverage by gaming outlets helped build anticipation among both fans of the original game and newcomers.

Upon release, Frostpunk 2 received generally positive reviews from critics and players alike. Many praised the game’s expanded scope, the depth added by new mechanics, and the continued focus on ethical decision-making in a harsh survival scenario. Some noted that the larger scale slightly reduced the intimacy of the original game’s city-building experience, but overall it was seen as a worthy successor that successfully built on the foundation of the first title.

In addition to its core campaign, Frostpunk 2 features a sandbox mode called "Utopia Builder," which allows players to customize starting conditions and objectives. The game also supports modding via the FrostKit tool, enabling players to create and share custom content. 11 bit studios further encouraged community involvement with a modding contest, offering a prize pool to showcase innovative player creations.

Looking forward, 11 bit studios has announced plans for multiple downloadable content expansions for Frostpunk 2, expected to introduce new storylines, mechanics, and challenges over the next couple of years. Additionally, a remake of the original Frostpunk, titled Frostpunk 1886, is in development for a planned 2027 release. This remake aims to offer a fresh take on the original game with updated graphics and features, while preserving the series’ core themes of survival and moral decision-making.