Frostpunk 2 to Launch with Full Mod Support via FrostKit
The highly anticipated Frostpunk 2 will include full modding support upon its release, developer 11 bit studios announced recently. With the introduction of a modding tool called FrostKit, players will have unprecedented creative freedom to shape the game in ways previously impossible in its predecessor. This marks a significant shift from the original Frostpunk, which lacked modding capabilities due to its proprietary, in-house engine.
By transitioning to Unreal Engine for Frostpunk 2, 11 bit studios have been able to incorporate native mod support directly into the game’s infrastructure. FrostKit will allow players to create custom maps, models, and new scenarios. “With the FrostKit you will be able to create custom maps, populate them with custom models, and set their new cities—whether ancient, cosmic, or differentiated in thousands of other ways from the original frosty-apocalypse setting—against custom scenarios,” the studio said in its announcement.
Beta Version of FrostKit to Launch with the Game
FrostKit is set to release in beta form alongside Frostpunk 2 later this month. The tool will offer most of its intended functionalities, though the developers plan to refine it based on community feedback. In the announcement, 11 bit emphasized the importance of this feedback loop, stating that the beta release will help provide valuable insights into which aspects of the tool are most effective and which may need adjustments.
To ensure a smooth rollout, 11 bit studios will initially test the tool through a closed beta with selected members of the modding community. This approach is intended to iron out any potential issues before the tool is officially available to the general public. “With this tool, you’ll be able to build or modify practically everything inside your game,” said 11 bit technical director Szymon Jablonski in a video shared on YouTube. “Imagine creating your own custom maps, models, or even scenarios.”
A New Era for Frostpunk Modding
Modding has been a highly requested feature ever since the original Frostpunk captured the imagination of players with its blend of city-building, survival, and moral dilemmas in a frozen apocalypse. With FrostKit, Frostpunk 2 will allow players to break free from the core game’s narrative constraints and explore new worlds, settings, and challenges. Whether it’s introducing ancient civilizations, space-faring empires, or entirely new apocalyptic conditions, the tool gives creators the power to reimagine the game’s universe.
FrostKit’s integration with Unreal Engine opens up even more possibilities for modders, making it easier to develop more complex and visually compelling mods.
Release Date and Final Preparations
Frostpunk 2 will be available on Steam starting September 20. The release date was recently pushed back as 11 bit studios focused on ensuring that key
