DaRmaZat Publisher Toplitz Productions and developer SpaceRocket Games have released the story trailer for Permafrost, titled How It Started, detailing the apocalyptic events behind The Shattering that froze the planet.
The open-world sub-zero survival sandbox follows Rook, a tech-savvy engineer traversing frozen city ruins and lethal wilderness alongside a companion dog to locate his missing friend Icarus and reunite fractured human factions. Gameplay centers on grounded survival mechanics including thermal management, repairing abandoned machinery, restoring shelters, and crafting technology, playable solo or in four-player co-op.
Additionally, developer SpaceRocket Games and publisher Toplitz Productions have announced a limited-time playtest for Permafrost, running from October 2 at 14:00 CEST through October 6 at 14:00 CEST.
Permafrost launches in PC Early Access on October 9, 2026, via Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store.
