Frostpunk 2 Reviews
Frostpunk II has lovely and intimate details, but the big picture is chilly and rigid. The promise of pioneering a new culture becomes yet another tale of survival at all costs.
In the time I played Frostpunk 2, it became my go-to city builder. I love the post-apocalyptic theme, and it is very replayable, but the fact that every single element in the game has some importance to it made me feel like I had to utilize everything at my disposal to really keep my people happy. It is a lot of information at times, and there are some UI elements I would have wanted to see more often, but it is small in the grand scheme and is just such a fun game to play. It is a bit harder to run on the Steam Deck, and the RAM creeping up is a little concerning, but this is still wonderful to play on the Deck. I hope that future patches can help it perform a bit better with gamepad support and lower RAM usage, but I am happy overall!
Frostpunk 2 is an excellent city-builder and simulation experience. The sound, art and graphic design are beautiful. It’s also an intense experience. This intensity can sometimes feel overwhelming, and a touch of humor might have provided a welcome contrast to the relentless bleakness. The risk of too much-simulated suffering is that the most challenging decisions can leave you feeling emotionally detached, as the end often justifies the means. This dynamic makes Frostpunk 2 a unique experience where you can never truly be the ‘good guy,’ only ‘less bad.’ It’s better to play this in short bursts, as it will keep you from becoming emotionally numb to all the suffering in Frostpunk 2.
Frostpunk 2 builds upon the original by throwing everything out and starting over. The stakes are high with Frostpunk 2, and it’s not afraid to kill you. Though you do learn from this in order to retry and do better until you get that “a-ha moment” for the satisfaction of overcoming the odds for success. Unlike the inhabitants of my colonies, we’re eating good with the release of Frostpunk 2, as it’s an excellent survival game that despite its weather, has no chill.
Frostpunk 2 is a masterpiece of a sequel that I see myself playing a whole lot more of, and I’m nudging my friends to play as well.
Frostpunk 2 is just as good as the first, but with some interesting improvements: the idea is bigger, bolder and even more refined. The challenge remains intense, but with greater accessibility.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Frostpunk 2 showed an entirely new side, partially becoming a simulator of political struggle in a post-apocalyptic world. The scale of the game became much larger, and, while it lost that personal touch of the first game, it brought the global problems of society to the fore. The big moral choices in the game are weighty, and the consequences can be terrifying
Frostpunk 2 brilliantly continues the legacy of the first game by deepening moral dilemmas and adding complex political mechanisms. Every decision matters, whether it's to satisfy a faction or meet the immediate needs of the city. The game asks a fundamental question: how far are you willing to go for your society to thrive in a frozen world? If you enjoyed the first Frostpunk or appreciate games that blend strategy with moral reflection, Frostpunk 2 is a must-play.
Review in French | Read full review
11 bit studios has clearly understood what we expect from a sequel. Frostpunk 2 is not just a new opus with improved graphics and additional scenarios. This second opus offers a truly unique experience that satisfies old and new players alike. Whether with the implementation of its political system or its neighborhoods, the game succeeds in renewing the young franchise. Nevertheless, the tutorial still lacks a little clarity, especially for neophytes who will have to spend several minutes reading long texts to understand everything. Fortunately, the game also incorporates countless accessibility options so that everyone can enjoy it. If you're a management game fan, you won't be disappointed with this title!
Review in French | Read full review
Frostpunk 2 isn't afraid to shake things up and bring a different kind of experience to the franchise, although that new design philosophy leaves a bit more to be desired in mechanics, UI and narrative elements.
Frostpunk 2 proves that life in a world filled with ice and divided at its core is difficult, but it becomes possible when you accept that failure is not the end. Combining politics, strategy and simulation, 11 bit studios' latest work stands out and delivers an essential experience for those interested in the genre and, especially, in titles that challenge moral convictions. Bundle up and get up: New London is calling you — it's time to prove once again that tomorrow can be better than expected.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Frostpunk 2 is a worthy sequel to its predecessor, expanding both gameplay and narrative depth while delivering a visual and audio experience that reinforces its unique atmosphere.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
With its unique blend of strategy, survival, and city building, Frostpunk 2 stands as one of the best titles of 2024.
The challenge of the original is largely still there, though it didn't feel as punishing this time around. I remember my early attempts at the first game all stalling and getting everyone killed relatively early on, and while I came close a few times, most people lived in the sequel. There is a range of customisable options to cater the difficulty to different players' abilities, so veterans can crank it up for a truly brutal experience.
Frostpunk 2, while not as depressingly winter wonderland-y wonderful as its predecessor, is still as solid as ice in a pre-global warming whiteout.
A fantastic sequel that refuses to be just the previous game but with more options, although in terms of scale and ambition it is most certainly bigger and better.
Frostpunk 2 is much more ambitious than the original, which may dissuade some fans. Nevertheless, it's a brutal experience that reminds one of humanity's illogical yet endearing social turmoils.
Frostpunk 2 is shaping up to be an evolutionary leap for both the city-building and survival genres. By blending complex resource management, moral dilemmas, and factional politics within a frozen wasteland, 11 bit studios has created a game that is both emotionally gripping and mechanically deep.
Frostpunk 2 has evolved to be an ultimate city-building simulation with a focus on survival, massively improving on its predecessor by introducing tons of new elements such as social classes, city council and voting systems, and giving players full control when it comes to making vital decisions to make sure the survival of the people in the brutally cold universe of the game.
Review in Persian | Read full review
An ambitious sequel that doesn't just offer more of the same old Frostpunk experience but brings the series in a new direction. If you are a veteran of the first game, you may initially feel disoriented by the new gameplay formula, but give it time, and you'll find that Frostpunk 2 is another excellent game from 11 bit Studios.
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