Stay warm. Stay alive.
Permafrost is a survival game where the cold is the main antagonist. Frostbite, storms and a creeping chill shape every journey, while hunger, thirst and exhaustion drain you in the background. These are the systems you fight with and against, marked expected where not yet confirmed.
Cold & Warmth
Cold & Frostbite
The world's deadliest system
Cold is the central survival mechanic in Permafrost. Frostbite, storms and a creeping chill drain you constantly, and warmth is the resource everything else depends on. Here is how to read and manage it.
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Storms & Weather
The sky decides your day
Permafrost's dynamic weather and day-night cycle reshape every journey. How storms intensify the cold, why they change your plans, and how to read the sky before you travel.
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Crafting
Base Building
Dog Companion
The Dog Companion
Your loyal early-warning system
Permafrost gives you a rescued dog as a companion. It scouts ahead, warns you of danger with its keen senses, helps you spot loot and carries supplies. Here is what your dog does and why it matters.
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Co-op & Multiplayer
Face the cold with up to three friends
Permafrost supports solo play and online co-op for up to four players total. Co-op does not make the world easier, it lets you divide the work of survival. Here is how multiplayer works.
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