Frostpunk 2

Set 30 years after the original game, Frostpunk 2 tasks players to take on the role of a leader in an alternate history early 20th century in order to build and manage a city during a catastrophic, worldwide volcanic winter that almost completely destroyed human civilization while making morally and politically controversial choices to ensure its survival. Set in New London 30 years after the "Great Storm" of the original game, the game explores the consequences of the advent of the petroleum industry and players assume the role of the city's new leader, called "the Steward", replacing the now deceased "Captain", who was the player character of the original game. Each district, however, also costs players resources, and players need to plan the design of their cities before expanding. As the city expands, the player will meet different factions which often have conflicting ideals. In the Idea tree allows players to explore different ideas proposed by the game's various factions to solve a problem. Unlike the first game, the citizens of New London are more involved in the policy-process making. Players can choose to negotiate with different council members, and they need to reach a certain threshold before a new law can be passed. Unlike the previous game, time in the game is measured in months and years. As players progress in the game, radicals may grow within each faction, and players must work to counter their influence to avoid the city from descending into chaos. In addition to the main story campaign, the game also features a sandbox mode named "Utopia Builder". The team added that the sandbox mode will have more replay value than the one found in the original game. Similar to the first game, Frostpunk 2 was developed by 11 Bit Studios. While the original game was about enduring and surviving an apocalypse, the sequel focused more on keeping a city prosperous, building for a better future, and adapting to new set of challenges and circumstances.