Blackfrost: The Long Dark 2 was revealed today at The Game Awards 2024. It appears that the game’s launch is still far away, as early access begins in 2026. This sequel promises to refine and evolve the survival gameplay from the first game.
Blackfrost will introduce new elements to the mix, including new co-op features. For now, the title has only been confirmed to launch on PC via Steam, but it will presumably find its way to other platforms.
Blackfrost: The Long Dark 2 Game Awards 2024 Trailer
The trailer for The Long Dark 2 features little, if any, gameplay. Instead, the announcement primarily focuses on presenting the game’s stylized visuals. It showcases the bleak, yet strangely peaceful atmosphere that fans of the original title can expect from the sequel.
The events of Blackfrost primarily occur in the post-apocalyptic city of Harmont. Players will be able to create their own survivor and customize their traits. As such, The Long Dark 2 claims to be the first title built from the ground-up as a survival RPG.
The Long Dark and its sequel features a world suffering from a “quiet” apocalypse, rendering most modern technology useless. Not only will Blackfrost test the player character’s ability to survive, it will also test their psychological state as well with a new “Will to Live” system.
Additionally, a new “Permalife” system will supposedly “turn every death into a new adventure”. The details on exactly how this system functions are vague, but the name should give a hint. Classic Permadeath is also an option.
The early access period will last for approximately one or two years. Hinterland Studio plans to utilize community feedback to improve the game over time. For more updates, be sure to keep an eye on Final Weapon!
About The Game Awards 2024
The Game Awards 2024 marks the 10th anniversary of the annual celebration, uniting and bringing together developers, publishers, and fans across the entire globe. Each year, dozens of awards are presented to creators, with a slew of new game announcements and trailers in store as well. For more on The Game Awards, be sure to check out Final Weapon’s coverage of the show, in addition to our guide on all announcements, awards, and more.
