11 Bit Studios has revealed a teaser forFrostpunk1886, showing off what’s much more than just aremakeof the 2018survivalcity-builder that kicked off the series. Instead of simply polishing up the original, they’re rebuilding it completely inUnreal Engine. This updated version addsnew mechanics,expanded contentand the long-awaitedmod supportthat players have been asking for, as well as thenew Purpose path, which promises to challenge our morals once again.Slated forrelease in 2027, Frostpunk 1886 is diving deeper into the lore to connect the stories and bridge the gaps of Frostpunk, The Last Autumn DLC andFrostpunk 2to give us a clearer picture of the icy,apocalypticworld.
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Why 1886 and How Frostpunk 1886 Connects to the Franchise
The title isn’t just for show. If you’ve played the original Frostpunk game and its DLC, The Last Autumn, you’ll remember it concludes with the looming disaster of the coming freeze and a slow-motion collapse of life and society as people knew it. Frostpunk 1886 picks up right after and, just like the first game, lets us revisit this pivotal era to shed more light on the societal and environmental collapse that led to the harsh realities faced in New London, which ultimately leads into the events of Frostpunk 2.
What’s New in Frostpunk 1886?
From what we know so far, here’s what Frostpunk 1886 brings to the table:
All Confirmed Gameplay Improvements and Additions
Unreal Engine Graphics
A visual and technical upgrade across the board.
New Law and Purpose Path
Including an entirely new ideological path.
Mod Support
A long-requested feature which is now possible with the new engine.
New Content and Mechanics
Major content that will tie the game’s story together and give us a clearer picture of why the Great Storm happened
Future DLCs
Frostpunk 1886 is designed to support future updates and expansions.
Frostpunk 1886 is far from being a “small project.” It’s a full-scale rebuild of the original game and a heartfelt farewell to the Liquid Engine, which powered both the original Frostpunk and This War of Mine. On top of that, 11 Bit Studios is positioning Frostpunk 1886 as a companion game to Frostpunk 2.Frostpunk 2, by the way, is still delivering free major content updates, with potential DLCs on the horizon, while also preparing for a console launch.The two games are being developed side by side, one exploring the past and the other paving the way forward, but both contribute to expanding the series as we uncover more about the events leading to the world’s deep freeze. Frostpunk 1886 is slated for launch in2027and you can already add it to your wishlist on PC through Steam.
10 Games to Play if You Love Frostpunk 2
Frostpunk 2 fans can enjoy several other games that give the joy of city building, resource management, or simply the challenge of survival.
