The long-awaited console launch of Frostpunk 2 is right around the corner, bringing an end to the year-long wait after the PC launch, and this guide has all the details on the release date and start times.
Frostpunk 2, the sequel to the original title that was released in 2018, has received some big updates in the past year, while it’s also been confirmed that a remake of the first game will be released in 2027.
If you’ve been holding out for the Frostpunk 2 launch on console, all the details for the exact start times and date are below.
When is Frostpunk 2 Coming Out?
Frostpunk 2 is releasing September 18 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, having initially been released as a PC timed exclusive last year.
The sequel to the 2018 title by 11-Bit Studios impressed after a PC launch 12 months ago, with an average score of 85 on Metacritic from critics, and those on console will now finally be able to get their hands on the title.
As usual in modern gaming, the exact timings of when Frostpunk 2 is playable varies from other titles, but we’ve got all the details in that aspect below.
Do We Know The Frostpunk 2 Start Time?
Frostpunk 2 will be playable from 6 am PT on September 18, according to store listings, which means an afternoon launch for those in Europe, and a drop late in the evening for any players down under.
The listing for Frostpunk 2 on the PlayStation Store shows a start time of 2 pm BST, which translates to an early morning start on the Pacific Coast. For those located centrally or on the east coast of the United States, there’s time to get your breakfast or finish the school run before jumping in.
Players in Europe will have to wait until after lunch to play, while players down under will have to stay up late if they want to play the game before hitting the hay.
The table below shows the start times for Frostpunk 2 in major time zones worldwide.
| Time Zone | Frostpunk 2 Start Time |
|---|---|
| Pacific Time (PT) | 02:00 am – Sept. 18 |
| Central Time (CT) | 08:00 am – Sept. 18 |
| Eastern Time (ET) | 09:00 am – Sept. 18 |
| British Summer Time (BST) | 14:00 pm – Sept. 18 |
| Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) | 23:00 pm – Sept. 18 |
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