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Permafrost
Prepare Rook for a frozen open world where warmth, shelter, scavenging, and timing shape every expedition. Find practical help for surviving storms, repairing abandoned infrastructure, planning co-op jobs, using your dog companion, and pursuing the radio signal through a world locked in endless winter. Confirmed information is kept separate from details that still need more player testing.
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Your Journey
Beginner Guide
Secure warmth, tools, food, and shelter in the right order.
Quest Guide
Prepare for Rook's story objectives and risky expeditions.
Co-op Guide
Split scouting, repairs, supplies, and shelter work.
Shelter Guide
Restore safe stops before traveling deeper into the cold.
About the game
The game is a story-driven open-world survival sandbox set on a near-future Earth frozen after a lunar cataclysm. You play Rook, an engineer pulled into the wilderness by a radio signal from a long-lost friend. Survival means scavenging ruined locations, repairing machinery, and building a network of shelters before harsh weather closes in. Play alone or with up to three other players online. This wiki focuses on confirmed details and clearly marks guidance that needs further testing.
- Genre
- Open-World Survival
- Platform
- PC
- Players
- Solo & Online Co-op
- Setting
- Endless Winter
Permafrost Beginner Guide
Your first objective is not distance. Establish a routine that keeps Rook warm, supplied, and able to return before a storm makes a simple scavenging trip dangerous.
- 1Put warmth firstCold and storms are the central threat. Check where you can take shelter before choosing a longer route.
- 2Scavenge with a purposePrioritize parts that support repairs, crafting, and essential survival infrastructure.
- 3Plan your returnChoose destinations with a safe way back and a possible shelter stop along the route.
- 4Repair a safe stopA restored shelter gives you a dependable staging point for deeper exploration.
Permafrost Quest Guide
Story objectives take Rook farther into hostile territory. Bring supplies, watch the conditions, and identify a retreat route before following each lead.
Permafrost Co-op Guide
Online co-op supports up to four players. Groups work best when everyone has a clear job and the team shares responsibility for warmth and safe returns.
Permafrost Shelter and Repair Guide
Shelters are survival infrastructure, not merely decorative bases. Restoring abandoned locations and machinery helps turn dangerous ground into usable territory.
Permafrost Cold Survival Guide
Winter pressure is constant, while whiteouts make every mistake worse. Careful preparation and good timing are the foundation of surviving longer expeditions.
- 1Watch the weatherStorms reduce visibility and can make exposure much more dangerous.
- 2Respect frostbiteDo not treat warmth as background pressure; plan around it before every trip.
- 3Avoid aimless travelPick a target, pack for the task, and know where you can stop safely.
Permafrost Dog Companion Guide
Rook's dog companion can support exploration by scouting ahead, carrying supplies, and warning you about danger in the snow.
Permafrost World and Factions Guide
The frozen world contains ruined infrastructure, isolated survivors, organized groups, and hostile threats. Exploration is closely tied to restoring what the winter left behind.
Permafrost Questions Players Ask
Quick answers for players deciding how to begin, whether to play with friends, and what kind of survival challenge to expect.
Can I play alone?
Yes. The game supports solo play as well as online co-op for up to four players.
Who is Rook?
Rook is an engineer whose repair skills help reconnect a world broken by endless winter.
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Permafrost FAQ
Is this wiki free to use?
Yes. This fan-made wiki is free to read and does not require an account.
What kind of game is the game?
It is a story-driven open-world survival sandbox set in a near-future world trapped in endless winter.
Can I play the game in co-op?
Yes. The game supports solo play and online co-op for up to four players.
Who do I play as?
You play as Rook, an engineer searching the frozen wilderness after receiving a radio signal from a long-lost friend.
What should I focus on first?
Prioritize warmth, supplies, tools, and a repairable shelter before taking longer exploration routes.
Is this the official game wiki?
No. This is a fan-made community wiki and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the developer or publisher.
New to the game?
Start with the beginner guide to learn the opening survival routine, then use quest help when you are ready to follow Rook's story into the frozen world.
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