Frostpunk Series Hits 11 Million Sales Milestone

11 Bit Studios announced that the Frostpunk video game series has surpassed 11 million sales worldwide, a milestone reached nearly eight years after the original game's 2018 debut. The developer shared the news during a recent online showcase dedicated to the franchise, which also unveiled details on upcoming expansions, ports, and other projects.

The series, known for its society survival gameplay set in a frozen, post-apocalyptic world, centers on players managing the last remnants of humanity through resource allocation, lawmaking, and ethical dilemmas to combat extreme cold. The original Frostpunk emphasized individual and community survival around a central steam-powered generator, while its 2024 sequel, Frostpunk 2, expands to broader societal governance.

A highlight of the event was the reveal of Breach of Trust, the second DLC for Frostpunk 2, set for release on June 23 across PC and consoles. The expansion transports players to New Edinburgh, a city at the base of a destabilized volcano. Overuse of geothermal energy by a previous leader has triggered eruptions, transforming heat from a vital resource into a destructive force with threats like tremors, lava flows, and...