Exciting news for fans of the chilly survival citybuilder Frostpunk 2 – the game is set to release on July 25th. However, if you can’t wait that long to dive into the freezing world of Frostpunk, there’s a beta version coming out later this month. The beta will be available for play between April 15th and the 22nd, but there’s a catch – you need to pre-order the digital deluxe edition to access it.
The beta version, set to launch on April 15th at 7pm CEST, will feature a glimpse of the sandbox mode known as the Utopia Builder Preview. Players will have the opportunity to experience a part of the game in English and Simplified Chinese, but not the full range of languages available in the full release. The focus of Frostpunk 2 shifts towards “social survival”, where players must navigate through issues like heat, power, and starvation, while also dealing with conflicts within the city’s population.
Changes and Additions in Frostpunk 2
Unlike its predecessor, Frostpunk 2 introduces a new gameplay element – democracy. Players will no longer have sole control over decision-making in the city. To address broader issues and tensions, such as the treatment of the city’s children, players must now pass laws in the Council Hall. This new feature adds a layer of complexity and depth to the gameplay, as citizens’ expectations of being heard and involved in city governance rise.
While the opportunity to play the beta version of Frostpunk 2 is undoubtedly exciting, the requirement to pre-order the digital deluxe edition for access raises some questions. At a price point of £56.69/$67.49/€67.49, players may be hesitant to commit to a game that could potentially disappoint upon launch. Furthermore, the announcement that Frostpunk 2 will be available on Game Pass on day one may influence players’ decisions to pre-order.
The beta release of Frostpunk 2 offers a taste of the new features and gameplay dynamics that players can expect in the full game. The addition of democracy and a focus on social survival present intriguing challenges for players to navigate. However, the decision to pre-order for beta access should be carefully considered, weighing the cost against the potential enjoyment and satisfaction derived from the beta experience.
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