Core locations in Frostpunk 2 details (Image via 11 bit studios)
Players can take advantage of Core locations in Frostpunk 2 to secure one of the most scarce resources in the game. These areas are generally outside the main city of New London but constitute a crucial part of the entire gameplay. Moreover, these cores come in handy when creating future districts and launching extensive expedition missions toward the outer reaches of the vast Frostlands.
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The exact Core locations in Frostpunk 2 cannot be found in the beginning as it requires players to explore the areas around the main city. As you progress further, the Frostland Teams can find new areas and discover important Outposts, Resources, and Deposit Sites.
This article will highlight all Core locations in Frostpunk 2 for quick access.
Note: Parts of this article are subjective and reflect the author's opinion.
Cores are an essential part of Frostpunk 2. These parts cannot be manufactured in any of the city’s facilities and are rarely found in different locations. The cores are primarily used while building new districts in the mid and late-games. It is also a massive contributing factor that can increase the efficiency of exploring new areas when looking for Settlements and other resources.
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New London in Frostpunk 2 (Image via 11 bit studios)
The Cores are also an integral part that you would need to upgrade the main city’s generator. However, to find these items you will need to access the surrounding areas with the help of the Logistics District. These can be built to gather more Frostland Teams that will provide a faster exploration rate.
Frostbreaking before Whiteout in Frostpunk 2 (Image via 11 bit studios)
That said, here is a list of all the Core locations in Frostpunk 2 that players can use to plot out a decisive route. This will help them expand their exploration rates without wasting many resources:
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Region Name
Location Name
Description
Foothills
Rusted Engine
2 Cores can be found at this location.
Desolate Coast
Mangled Cart
3 Cored can be found at this location.
The Meadow
Silver Automatons
4 Cores can be found at this location.
Highlands
Wise Women Camp
3 Cores can be found at this location. This will impact the relation with Stalwarts.
Valley 1
Fortitude Base
3 Cores can be found at this location. Taking these will make building an Outpost in the area difficult.
Valley 2
IEC Smelter
4 Cores can be found at this location. Taking these will result in the loss of access to the Smelter machine which can produce materials over time.
High Pass
Hot Springs Refuge
1 Core can be found at this location. Taking this will disable players from rebuilding the Abandoned Loading Station.
Barren Plains
The Lovers
2 Cores can be found at this location.
Far Reach
An Explorer's Grave
1 Core can be found at this location.
North of Old Dreadnouoght
Cursed Circle
2 Cores can be found at this location. The cores are termed cursed by the Scouts so players should be on the lookout for negative effects.
Purification Pass
Ghost Town
1 Core can be found at this location.
Dead End Crags
Site of Conflict
2 Cores can be found at this location. Taking these cores will disable players from rebuilding Transports that can reduce exploration time.
Most of the resources can be collected from the Core locations in Frostpunk 2 without any consequences. But it is best to not loot everything if there is a chance of worsening relationships with different factions or being blocked off from accessing or rebuilding certain structures. Some of these buildings can be crucial in the late game as they might allow the main city to prosper more and ease up the costs of exploration.
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That concludes everything you need to know about the Core locations in Frostpunk 2. Fans can keep an eye out for the official X page of Frostpunk 2 for announcements. Be sure to follow Sportskeeda for more updates, guides, and news.
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