A New Era Dawns in the Frostland – Frostpunk 2’s First Free Major Content Update Arrives May 8

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A New Era Dawns in the Frostland – Frostpunk 2’s First Free Major Content Update Arrives May 8

A new chapter of survival begins, forged in ice and driven by resolve.
Warsaw, Poland – May 8th, 2025 – 11 bit studios is proud to announce the arrival of the first Free Major Content Update for Frostpunk 2, voted Best Strategy/Sim Game at 2024’s The Game Awards. The free update launches globally today for all owners of the game.

This substantial update introduces transformative new systems, a sprawling new map, and several long-requested community features to the city builder, enhancing the grand strategy survival experience.



Highlights from the Update:

The Pit – A massive new map for Utopia Builder mode, set around the remnants of a failed Generator project. The rugged terrain and unique crater setting present fresh city-building challenges and visual variety.

Tales from the Frostland – Optional narrative challenges featuring unique quests, storylines, and rewards. These scenarios enhance replayability and are fully moddable, paving the way for community-crafted stories.

Serenity Mode – A gentler survival experience with mild weather, plentiful resources, and no faction conflict. Perfect for newcomers or players seeking a more reflective pace in the development of their cities and societies.

Overhauled Heat System – Temperature management now takes place at the district level, echoing the intensity and stakes of the first Frostpunk. New research, laws, and visible consequences reflect the citizenry’s response to how warmly—or coldly—they are treated.

Frostkit 1.0 – The game’s modding tools exit beta, introducing in-editor testing, faster iteration, and new systems that empower creators to shape the frostland in their own vision.

This update marks a significant step forward in the evolution of Frostpunk 2, reinforcing 11 bit studios’ long-term commitment to significant post-launch support and player-driven creativity.

Further updates are already on the horizon in 2025, including more detailed DLC announcements and the long-awaited console release. These milestones will unfold in tandem with the development of the recently announced Frostpunk 1886—a reimagining of the original game, built in Unreal Engine 5 and honoring a pivotal moment in the lore when the Great Storm first descended upon New London.

The frost deepens, but so too does the story of the Frostpunk universe and the people of New London. And because of that, The City Must Not Fall.

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