In the icy desolation of Frostpunk 2, survival is paramount. You’re tasked with managing a sprawling city, and keeping your citizens warm is a constant challenge. This guide will delve into the complexities of heat generation and fuel management, providing you with the knowledge to build a thriving city in this unforgiving world.
District Placement and Heat Bonuses
When constructing districts, meticulous planning is crucial. Remember that each district has a heat demand, and failing to meet this need can result in sickness, death, and plummeting morale. You must strategically place districts to maximize heat bonuses and minimize heat demand. Here’s a breakdown:
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Adjacency Bonuses:
Districts placed next to certain features or other districts receive +20 heat. Look for three small pips on the hexagonal tiles to identify these bonus areas. To activate the bonus, ensure all three pips for a particular district turn blue.*
Environmental Bonuses:
* Tiles adjacent to the generator or city center offer heat bonuses.
* Districts within sturdy crevasses benefit from increased heat.
* Districts placed next to each other can generate heat bonuses.
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Incompatibilities:
Be mindful of potential incompatibilities. Placing Housing Districts next to industrial facilities will increase squalor, while placing Food Districts next to industry will increase disease levels.*
Open Tiles:
Avoid building on open tiles with red outlines as they are exposed to the wind and cold, requiring significantly more heat.Fuel Sources and Generator Upgrades
Frostpunk 2 features three types of fuel: oil, coal, and steam. These are typically located several hexes away from your city center, necessitating the use of Frostbreaking to access them. Once reached, construct an Extraction District to gather fuel.
Your city’s generator has an overdrive feature. This should be used sparingly, such as during whiteouts, as prolonged use can permanently damage the generator.
Generator upgrades play a crucial role in optimizing heat production. Here’s a rundown of each upgrade level:
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Generator Upgrade I:
Allows the generator to utilize a specific fuel source, such as oil exclusively.*
Generator Upgrade II:
Unlocks features like Surplus Injectors, which burn excess fuel from all sources to increase overall heat output.*
Generator Upgrade III:
Makes overdrive more efficient and safer, and increases heat yield from certain fuel sources.Technologies for Heat and Fuel Efficiency
The tech tree in Frostpunk 2 offers various breakthroughs that boost heat production and fuel efficiency. These include:
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Generator Upgrades:
Enhance the generator’s capabilities, as described above.*
Fuel Production Efficiency:
Increases the output of coal, oil, and steam.*
Housing Insulation:
Reduces the heat demands of Housing Districts.*
Food Energy Efficiency:
Decreases the heat demands of Food Districts.Additional Heat and Fuel Sources
Don’t overlook these additional sources of heat and fuel:
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Heating Hub:
This essential hub grants +40 heat and should be strategically placed at the center of multiple districts to maximize its area-of-effect.*
Laws:
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Heat Recycling:
Decreases heat demand in Housing Districts.*
Weather-Adjusted Shifts:
Reduces heat demand in non-Housing Districts, slightly decreases disease, but lowers production efficiency.*
Heatpipe Watch:
Decreases heat demand but slightly increases tension.*
Exploration:
As you venture into the Frostlands, seek out settlements and colonies that offer valuable fuel sources. These resources can be transported back to your main city to bolster your stockpiles.By implementing these strategies, you can successfully navigate the challenges of heat and fuel management in Frostpunk 2. Remember, maintaining a comfortable temperature for your citizens is vital for their survival and the prosperity of your city.
