Frostpunk, the game that defined the social survival genre, launches on Nintendo Switch on October 19
Full support for Nintendo Switch 2
[Warsaw, Poland · October 5, 2026] The struggle for survival in New London continues. 11 bit studios is pleased to announce that its bestselling hit Frostpunk, which set the benchmark for its genre upon its release in 2018, will launch on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on October 19. Frostpunk blends strategic gameplay with a brutal tale of human survival. Here, you must repeatedly make nearly impossible choices and strive to bear the consequences of those decisions.
With its strategic gameplay and brutal story of human survival, Frostpunk revolutionized the survival city-builder genre. Now, Nintendo Switch players can also become the leader of the last city on Earth, taking the helm of New London and guiding their people through harsh moral dilemmas to ensure survival.
Since its release, Frostpunk has received widespread industry acclaim, including Windows Central's "Best PC Game of the Year," PC Gamer's "Best Simulation Game of the Year," and a BAFTA nomination for its narrative achievements. Frostpunk will launch on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on October 19. The Nintendo Switch version of Frostpunk will be available in two editions:
· Base Game – Launch discount of 30% off
· Complete Edition – Launch discount of 35% off, includes three DLCs: The Rifts, The Last Autumn, and On The Edge
Pre-orders are now open, and the demo is available.
Frostpunk Features
● Enact Laws: Create laws to regulate how your growing society functions. Decide on working conditions, healthcare, food supply, and other key aspects of daily life.
● Shape Your Society: When society reaches a critical turning point, do not hesitate—decide the future path for your people. Will you rule them with an iron fist... or lead them toward mercy and faith?
● Weigh your choices: The people have placed their trust in you, but their loyalty has its limits. Leading the masses can sometimes be a heavy burden.
● Develop New Technologies: Survival depends on progress. You need to respond to immediate events, but don't forget long-term development—invest in research to drive technological advancement.
● Explore the Frostland: Although New London is your primary concern, this world extends far beyond the city's borders. Sending out expeditions is risky, but it can bring back valuable intelligence and precious resources, and even new residents for your society.
● Endless Challenge: Frostpunk's Endless Mode offers near-infinite replayability. Its Serenity Mode lets you shed unnecessary stress and focus on enjoying the city-building experience itself.