Developer Bohemia Interactive introduced DayZ’s upcoming Frostline enlargement. Releasing for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC in late 2024, the brand new map takes gamers to the frigid Sakhal Archipelago. Whereas not based mostly on any particular location, the map was impressed by the sub-arctic Kamchatka Peninsula in northeastern Russia.
DayZ: Frostline DLC provides new Siberian Sakhal map
Bohemia previewed the upcoming DayZ enlargement in a brand new trailer showcasing its snowy wilderness. Opening on mountainside radio towers, it fades to a grazing deer earlier than enjoying a clip of a zombie-infested port. It showcases extra terrain like a sizzling spring, a derelict mine, a rusty pipeline, a forested mountain, and an deserted city. Whereas followers can presently solely wishlist it on Steam, the studio confirms the enlargement can also be coming to PlayStation 4 and 5.
“Sakhal harbors each magnificence and hazard, providing an expertise DayZ followers have by no means seen earlier than,” says Bohemia Interactive. As you discover, hunt, and survive, unfurl the mysteries hidden beneath the frostline. Unite with fellow survivors or forge your path alone; the selection is yours on this perilous winter wonderland.”
In keeping with Bohemia, the volcanic Sakhal Archipelago spans 32 sq. miles/83 sq. kilometers, “Not together with icesheets.” The enlargement options new animals, new ailments, an up to date fishing mechanic, and new winter-themed cosmetics. As seen within the screenshots, the latter contains each trendy winter gear and a powerful wolf pelt hood.
Nevertheless, Frostline additionally comes with distinctive risks, together with managing heat. The native wildlife and volcanic terrain additionally current new threats that DayZ gamers should study to account for. “Preparation is vital to survival,” says Bohemia, “and because the frost units in, solely these with ice of their veins and fireplace of their hearts will endure.