Frostpunk 2: Apocalyptic Whiteout Tale Walkthrough

Conquering Frostpunk 2's Apocalyptic Whiteout: A Comprehensive Guide

Frostpunk 2 presents numerous challenges, but the Apocalyptic Whiteout Tale in Utopia Builder stands out as arguably the most difficult single challenge in the entire series. This unforgiving scenario demands mastery of every game mechanic. This guide details a strategy for survival, offering contingency plans for when things inevitably go wrong.

After numerous attempts across various Utopia maps, we've developed a winning strategy. Simply knowing what to expect isn't enough; you'll need a robust, multi-layered plan.

Understanding the Apocalyptic Whiteout

The Apocalyptic Whiteout is an optional Tale within Utopia Builder. Your objective: survive a brutal 120-week Whiteout with no more than half your population lost. There are no intermediary objectives; survival is the sole goal.

Should You Combine Tales?

For your first attempt, avoid combining the Apocalyptic Whiteout with other Tales. Master this challenge alone before adding extra complexity.

Once you've succeeded, consider pairing it with the Depleted Cores scenario. While starting with zero cores, completing Depleted Cores unlocks the IEC Factory for unlimited core production, crucial for maximizing generator upgrades and survival odds.

Preparing for the Storm

You have 558 weeks before the Whiteout. Prioritize city construction focused on heating and resource stockpiling. Select the "Build a Prosperous Future" ambition for clear resource tracking. Target these minimum resource levels:

Resource	Minimum Stockpile
Fuel (combined)	1,000,000
Food	600,000
Materials	800,000
Goods	300,000
Prefabs	3,000

These are bare minimums. For a higher chance of success, increase these targets by 50%.

Acquiring Resources

Achieving these resource levels in a single city without significant losses is nearly impossible. Establish colonies to rapidly boost resource acquisition.

Surviving the Whiteout

The Whiteout has three temperature phases. The initial -100°C phase lasts around 80 weeks. Expect a drastic Trust drop due to temperature, heating demands, and the end of rallies. Your initial actions:

1. Deactivate non-essential buildings (Food, Logistics, Goods districts first) to conserve heat.
2. Maintain "Chilly" temperatures in all Housing districts.
3. Maintain "Chilly" temperatures in at least one fuel and one materials production facility; otherwise, shut them down.

Consider maintaining one Industrial district for Prefab production.

You may need to abandon some colonies, except those with sufficient stockpiles for independent operation or those capable of sending Coal or Food to your capital. For non-abandoned colonies, shut down production and have citizens huddle near the generator.

Expect random heat pipe breaks (-500 Workforce, 200 Prefabs to repair). Scrapping Logistics districts for Prefabs might be necessary.

Addressing Dwindling Trust (-110°C Phase)

As Trust plummets, take these steps:

1. Increase Housing heat cautiously.
2. Use "Fund Projects" liberally across factions.
3. Research and implement the "Liberated Youth Society" perk.
4. Grant an Agenda to a safe faction.
5. Promote one radical faction (not both).
6. Make Promises when possible.

Only use increased Housing heat if you have a consistent 10-week resource supply.

The Final Push (-120°C Phase)

At -120°C, maintain Generator Overdrive constantly. Avoid throttling it; temperature drops decrease Trust irrevocably.

This final phase is short. Once it ends, focus on recovery: rebuilding your city, colonies, and Trust.

Rewards

Your reward for this Herculean effort: the Endurance Memorial building and the Apocalypse Nah achievement (first completion only).

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