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Frostpunk 1886 News
The latest news and rumors about Frostpunk 1886 for 2026: release date, trailers, announcements, leaks and system requirements. We follow the game every day on VGTimes.
Frostpunk 2: The Surge Announced as Final Expansion, Out December 14
11 bit studios has set a December 14 release date for Frostpunk 2's third major expansion, The Surge, and says it will be the game's final content expansion. The studio also has a Steam page up for the add-on.
The campaign takes place in a distant valley in the former United States. Survivors venture there in search of a relic said to be capable of changing the world, but they also discover a resource that could bring the city unprecedented prosperity — and spark disagreement among its factions over how to use it.
The campaign takes place in a distant valley in the former United States. Survivors venture there in search of a relic said to be capable of changing the world, but they also discover a resource that could bring the city unprecedented prosperity — and spark disagreement among its factions over how to use it.
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November 3, 2026
11 bit Studios Explains Why Frostpunk 1886 Is Moving to Unreal Engine 5
11 bit Studios has moved the development of Frostpunk 1886 from its proprietary Liquid Engine to Unreal Engine 5. According to Chief Technical Officer Alexander Kauh, the shift is driven by the project's growing scale, streamlined hiring, and upcoming mod support.
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September 2, 2026
The Frostpunk duology has attracted over 11 million players. To celebrate, Steam is offering big discounts
he audience of Frostpunk has exceeded 11 million players. To celebrate this, 11 bit studios has launched a massive sale on Steam, and has also revealed details about future projects.
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April 7, 2026
Frostpunk Remake Dev Shares Insights on Development Process
During its Digital Showcase 2025, 11 bit Studios unveiled a brief developer diary for Frostpunk 1886, where game director Maciej Sułecki discussed how the team is reimagining the original game in Unreal Engine 5 and going far beyond a simple remaster. The release is still scheduled for 2027, with the current build in the early stages of production.
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December 9, 2025
Frostpunk 1886 Announced — A Remake of the Original Built in Unreal Engine 5
11 bit studios has officially revealed its long-teased Frostpunk project set for release in 2027. The game is Frostpunk 1886 — a full remake of the original title, rebuilt in Unreal Engine 5.
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April 24, 2025