Frostpunk 2: Tips For Utopia Builder Mode

When the story mode of Frostpunk 2 comes to an end, it doesn't feel like the game has come to its close. In fact, in a lot of ways, it feels like the real game is just beginning. This is due to its Utopia Builder mode, which allows you to play in an unlimited sandbox mode and use the mechanics learned during the story to create the perfect society.

As it could be assumed, this mode is made to be more difficult than the base game. Players can tweak it to provide the exact kind of experience they are looking for, but anyone looking to dive into this mode should be aware that it will be tougher than the story. This is why this guide is here to give some guidance on how to approach Utopia Builder mode.

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4 Finish The Story First

Don't Rush In Headfirst

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Learn the game through the story.
Utopia Builder is too difficult to start with.

It cannot be understated how Utopia Builder is more difficult than the game's story mode, and it should not be a mode that players dive into immediately. Instead, take the time to play through the story, to get a good grasp on all the mechanics and moving pieces of the gameplay. Once players have this down and the story is finished, then they can dive into Utopia Builder and play around.

3 Use Broken Shore

The Best Map Of The Lot

Plentiful resources
Worth the distance to Generator

Players can select which map they start out in Utopia Builder mode, and Broken Shore is definitely the best one of the bunch. It offers plenty of resources and is perfect for long-term play. Even though it does feature a rather long journey to the Generator, this is worth dealing with in exchange for what it does provide. For anyone looking to get the best experience from this mode, Broken Shore is their best bet.

2 Accept Failure

Learn And Adapt

Failure is never complete.
Learning from mistakes makes the game better.

Even on the lowest difficulty, Utopia Builder can be a real challenge. It's likely that players of any skill level will struggle, and ultimately fail a couple of times. However, players shouldn't let this deter them from sticking with it. Use it as a way to learn, grow, and come back stronger. It will all start working after that.

1 Get Friendly With The Right Factions

Making Friends Helps Ease The Pain

Access to resources
Helps keep bases safe

A key aspect of survival is to understand which factions are going to serve the player's purposes. Having a good relationship with these factions ensures access to resources, protection, and keeps the city safe. There are a lot of factions in the game, so players need to identify which ones will help them the most as soon as they can.

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