WhileFrostpunk 2has and will never be considered a relaxing simulation by general audiences, the introduction of Serenity Mode lightens the load of an unending apocalyptic winter. With an extra boost to resources and a little less of that constant doom and gloom, one might get to spend a few minutes looking away from the screen to finish a forgotten dinner or two.

Serenity Mode offers a long list of changes, and while some die-hard fans might be opposed to picking up something that sounds too relaxing for a Frostpunk game, it may be just what you need to gain some intimate knowledge of the game’s more complex challenges.

Player chooses Serenity Mode for Utopia Builder in Frostpunk 2.

What Is Serenity Mode?

In a Utopia Builder scenario, you will always have the option ofadding Serenity Mode as a playstylefor your map. By choosing it,your game will be changedin the following ways:

It isfully compatible with the Survivor and Extreme modesof gameplay as well as all three Utopia Builder Tales.

Player highlights 5 starting Steam Cores during Serenity Mode in Frostpunk 2.

Colonies that are built with Utopia Builder with Serenity Mode unlocked will also passively generate all resources like your capital city, drastically undercutting the amount of materials you will need to transfer between colonies and making establishment far easier.

When Should I Use Serenity Mode?

Serenity Mode is primarily a more relaxing alternative thatprovides an easier startto most maps.

However, Serenity Mode’s intent to ease your struggles is slightlyundone by higher levels of difficulty and the addition of Tales.

Player looks at a built Endurance Memorial rewarded from Apocalyptic Whiteout in Frostpunk 2.

For example:

The primary useof Serenity Mode is likely to fall into one of three categories (or some combination of all three):

Frostpunk 2 is a brutal game. Despite its reputation, players do not need to be masochists to enjoy it.There is no shame in using Serenity Mode: for enjoyment, achievements, or learning.

Player inspects Goods supply and notes Central District production in Serenity Mode in Frostpunk 2.

Learning is especially a big part of using Serenity Mode. For players who want to spend more time exploring Ideas, mechanics, and creative strategies,Serenity Mode lightens some of your burdens so you can focus on where you want.

For beginners, Serenity Mode is a way to get more comfortable. For veterans, Serenity Mode opens doors to fun exploration. Like anything else in the game,it is a tool, not a crutch.