Frostpunk 2: Console Edition
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Critic Reviews for Frostpunk 2: Console Edition
The icy hellscape of Frostpunk 2 translates surprisingly well to Sony's sleek console. The PlayStation 5 occasionally has hiccups, and the DualSense controller is far from ideal for a strategy game this intricate, but the game does a brilliant job patching over these issues to let you enjoy a strong narrative experience. I got to build what I thought were thriving civilizations, and then watch them fall apart through my own shortsightedness. Frostpunk 2 is a beautiful, honest depiction of how far humanity can go when survival is the only ambition, and it makes my multiple political downfalls worth living.
Frostpunk 2 remains one of the most compelling city builders and survival games in recent memory, and it's survived the transition to console in remarkably strong form. That said, if you have the option of playing on PC, that remains the best place to play.
I also lost reasonable amounts of progress to in-game crashes. I took it as a chance to fix mistakes I’d made, but didn’t save more frequently, though. Especially in the game’s later hours, the process just took too long. Every settlement was clearly always running in the background, slowing the whole thing down. Still, even this port can’t keep me away. I’m already ready to brave the frost again.
Of course, it's not a title for everyone: if you're looking for quick matches or immediate progression, it'll probably be too demanding for you. But if you accept its proposal, it rewards you with one of the most well-rounded management and survival experiences of recent years. And best of all: it's coming to Xbox Game Pass at launch , so you have no excuse not to try it and tell us what you think for yourself.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Ultimately, it must be said that although it took a year for Frostpunk 2 to be released for consoles, the wait was worth it, and for those who love strategy games, especially their survival mode, this game is a complete work that can entertain them for a long time. So if you enjoyed the experience of the first version of this game, do not doubt the experience of the new version
Review in Persian | Read full review
Frostpunk 2 is an ambitious sequel that expands the scope of the original with deeper political systems, layered management mechanics, and a striking presentation powered by Unreal Engine 5. It’s a compelling mix of survival, city building, and social simulation that can easily absorb players for dozens of hours. Unfortunately, the console version suffers from major interface and control issues. Menu navigation is often clunky or unresponsive, turning simple actions into frustrating tasks. These problems heavily affect the overall experience and weigh down the final score. With proper patches, Frostpunk 2 could truly shine on console. For now, its brilliance is dimmed by technical shortcomings.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Frostpunk 2: Console Edition is a bold and mostly successful attempt to bring a demanding, systems-heavy experience to a wider audience. The game’s moral complexity, ideological tension, and survival mechanics are as potent as ever. Its reworked controls and UI show clear care and understanding of the platform — even if they’re not perfect.
