Is Frostpunk 2 free to play?

With its release right around the corner, fans of the title are wondering whether Frostpunk 2 might be free to play. The prequel has sold millions of copies and it would be safe the say that the title has a massive fanbase. Hence, players are eagerly waiting for the second iteration to be released on September 20, 2024. Do note that those who have pre-ordered the Deluxe Edition can also avail of early access to the game on September 17, 2024.

Coming back to the question, unfortunately, Frostpunk 2 is not going to be free to play upon its release. For a detailed brief on this and more related information, read below.

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Frostpunk 2 will not be free to play

Unfortunately, Frostpunk 2 will not be free to play on any platform. However, you can easily get your hands on the Standard Edition of the title for $44.99 on any of the supported platforms.

Here is a list of all the platforms that support FP2:

• PlayStation 5
• Xbox Series X
• Xbox Series S
• PC (macOS, and Windows operating systems)

As evident from the list of supported platforms, Frostpunk 2 is only exclusively available for the latest generation of consoles, such as the PS5, and the Xbox Series X|S. Since the entire project is based on Unreal Engine 5, this title incorporates graphically demanding components and features that are not compatible with older generation hardware like the PS4, Xbox One, and so on.

Furthermore, it is understandable that the developers have not made this title free-to-play. Frostpunk is an exclusive single-player title and does not incorporate any live-service feature or multiplayer access. Naturally, there are no microtransactions in the game, nor the option to spend money on lootboxes and other online-exclusive features.

Hence, the only source of revenue for developers is by selling copies of their brand-new title. With a relatively affordable price tag, players can purchase this game to not only experience the beautifully crafted world in this strategic survival city builder but also support the developers in their ongoing and upcoming projects.

While Frostpunk 2 might not be free to play, you can get access to the game on PC by availing the Xbox Game Pass. You'll get access to the Standard Edition of the game for free, without needing to make any additional purchases.

However, if you want to support the developers beyond purchasing merely the base game, you can opt for the Deluxe Edition. It costs $74.99 and also offers some great in-game bonuses, such as:

• Three DLCs (post-release content)
• Three days early access before the official release.
• "Warm Flesh" Novella (Digital version).
• Digital Artbook
• Exclusive in-game soundtrack
• Exclusive in-game items

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