Fans of the post-apocalyptic city-building strategy game Frostpunk have something exciting to look forward to as the beta version of Frostpunk 2 is set to launch next week. Those who pre-order the Deluxe Edition of Frostpunk 2 will have exclusive access to the 'Utopia Builder Preview,' or sandbox mode, of the game from April 15th to April 22nd. This pre-release peek will challenge players to build a new society while grappling with human nature and the often-corrupt quest for power.

The final release of Frostpunk 2, which is scheduled for July 25th, will be available on PC and included in the PC Game Pass. This sequel is set 30 years after the original Frostpunk, continuing the series' legacy of survival and societal-management gameplay. Fans can expect to face the harsh climates and make tough decisions that are synonymous with the first game, aiming to build a thriving society in a frozen apocalypse.

When will Frostpunk 2 be released, and on what platforms?

Frostpunk 2 is officially set to release on July 25th for the PC and will also be immediately playable through the PC Game Pass.

Frostpunk, developed by 11 bit studios, emerged as a critically acclaimed strategy game upon its release. Set in a world encased by a perpetual winter, players are tasked with managing the last city on Earth. It is distinguished by its blend of city-building, survival, and a branching narrative that forces players to make moral choices that affect the game’s story and their society’s survival. As players anticipate the sequel, they can expect more of the engaging gameplay and emotional storytelling that drew them into the frostbitten world of the original Frostpunk.