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11 Bit Studios Announces Frostpunk 1886, a Ground-Up Unreal Engine 5 Remake

The reimagined 2018 survival city-builder will include new mechanics, a Purpose path, mod support, and a 2027 release target.

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Frostpunk 1886 - big smokestack in a bigger hole
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Overview

  • Frostpunk 1886 is a complete reimagining of the original Frostpunk, built on Unreal Engine 5 to replace the outdated Liquid Engine.
  • The remake introduces new content, mechanics, laws, and an entirely new Purpose path to expand player decision-making and narrative depth.
  • Official mod support, long requested by the community, will finally be possible due to the switch to Unreal Engine 5, enabling a more flexible and expandable platform.
  • Development began in early 2025, with a planned release in 2027; 11 Bit Studios will continue supporting Frostpunk 2 alongside this project.
  • The title '1886' marks the onset of the Great Frost in the series' timeline, setting the stage for a fresh survival experience in a frozen apocalypse.