Frostpunk 2 Confirmed for Console Release in September 2025
Good news for console players! 11 bit studios has announced that their highly anticipated city-builder and survival game, Frostpunk 2, will launch on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 on September 18, 2025. Console players will also be pleased to know that the game will be available day one on Xbox Game Pass. For collectors, physical editions will be distributed by Skybound Games.
Enhanced Interface for Seamless Console Play
Drawing from their experience porting the original Frostpunk to consoles, the developers have meticulously refined the interface for Frostpunk 2 to ensure a smooth and intuitive gameplay experience with a gamepad. Players will be able to manage the sprawling city of New London effortlessly, controlling districts, resources, and all key functions through a redesigned circular menu system and convenient button shortcuts.
Igor Skibinski, Production Coordinator for Frostpunk 2, emphasized the team's dedication to accessibility. “Initially, we tried to transfer as many interface solutions from PC to consoles as possible. But the gameplay in these versions differs so much that over time, we had to adapt and rework many systems,” Skibinski stated. “Nevertheless, the main goal was to make interacting with the game as natural as possible – so that users don't have to think about how to play. We aim to prove once again that even complex strategies can be intuitive and enjoyable on consoles.”
Furthermore, PC players who prefer using a gamepad will also benefit from this development. Following the console release, the PC version of Frostpunk 2 will receive an update enabling the new, optimized controller interface.
Physical Editions Offer Unique Collectibles
For fans eager to own a physical copy, two distinct editions will be available:
- Icebreaker Edition: Includes the full game disc, a paper diorama of New London, the digital novella 'Warm Flesh,' and an art book detailing the game's world.
- Whiteout Edition: Contains everything from the Icebreaker Edition, plus a multi-level glowing display featuring key art, access to all three future DLCs, a metal keychain, two collectible postcards, stickers, and one of two exclusive faction patches (Technocrats or Icebloods).
Frostpunk 2 is already available for PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG, featuring Russian text localization. PC players can currently grab the game at a 35% discount across all platforms.
This console release, complete with a tailored user experience and exciting physical editions, signifies a major step for Frostpunk 2, opening up the harsh, strategic world of New London to a wider audience and reinforcing 11 bit studios' commitment to delivering engaging and accessible strategy games across platforms.
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