Permafrost — frequently asked questions

Permafrost enters Early Access on 9 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC. The original target was 21 August 2026; the publisher moved it in a public statement citing the need to finetune the game "from performance to content".

Steam, GOG.com and the Epic Games Store are announced. There is no announced console version; if one is confirmed it will be logged on our changelog.

The price has not been officially disclosed. The store pages will show it closer to launch. We will verify and publish the exact figure on 9 October 2026 rather than guess now.

Yes — solo play or online co-op for up to four players. The developer describes it as symbiotic co-op: the world is not made easier, you simply do not face the cold alone.

A playable demo was announced for Steam Next Fest in September 2026. Check the Steam news hub for the current demo window.

Not confirmed. The only official system requirements are Windows 10 64-bit with DirectX 12. The game runs on Unreal Engine, which has a mixed but generally workable record under Proton. We cover what is and is not known on our Steam Deck support page.

It is a co-op survival action RPG set in a frozen world where "the cold is alive and ever-present". You build and heat a shelter, scavenge a frozen city and tundra, craft cold-weather gear, and travel with a dog companion — alone or with up to four players.

Developed by SpaceRocket Games, published by Toplitz Productions — the publisher behind Medieval Dynasty and Sengoku Dynasty.

Over 450,000, which unlocks the 15% launch discount tier for existing wishlisters.

Mod support has not been announced. Anything beyond that statement is speculation and is not repeated here.