"Frostpunk 1886 Remake Set for 2027, Devs to Update Frostpunk 2 Continuously"

11 bit studios has recently announced an exciting project: Frostpunk 1886, a comprehensive remake of the original Frostpunk, set to launch in 2027. This news comes just over six months after the release of Frostpunk 2, and nearly a decade after the debut of the first game in 2018. The Polish developer is harnessing the power of Unreal Engine 5 for this ambitious project, signaling a significant step forward in the evolution of the series.

Frostpunk is a critically acclaimed city-building survival game that thrusts players into an alternate history of the late 19th century, where a global volcanic winter sets the stage for a chilling challenge. Players must construct and manage a city, make tough survival decisions, and explore beyond their city's borders to gather resources and find survivors.

IGN's review of the original Frostpunk awarded it a 9/10, praising its unique blend of thematic elements and gameplay, describing it as "an engaging and unique, if occasionally unintuitive, strategy game." The sequel, Frostpunk 2, received an 8/10, with IGN noting its "larger scale [is] less intimate but more socially and politically complex than the original" due to a complete overhaul of its city-building mechanics.

While continuing to support Frostpunk 2 with free major content updates, a console launch, and planned DLCs, 11 bit studios is also shifting focus to Frostpunk 1886. The studio's decision to move away from its proprietary Liquid Engine, which powered both Frostpunk and This War of Mine, to Unreal Engine 5 marks a new chapter for the franchise. This change not only enhances the visual experience but also introduces new content, mechanics, laws, and an exciting new "Purpose" path, ensuring a fresh experience even for veteran players.

Frostpunk 1886 is named to commemorate the Great Storm that descended upon New London, a pivotal event in the game's universe. The use of Unreal Engine also paves the way for long-awaited mod support and future DLC content, transforming the game into a living, expandable platform.

11 bit studios envisions a future where Frostpunk 2 and Frostpunk 1886 evolve in tandem, offering two parallel paths through the unforgiving cold. In addition to these projects, the studio is also working on The Alters, set to be released in June, showcasing their commitment to delivering diverse and compelling gaming experiences.