While Bohemia Interactive has already announced that the previously premium Livonia DLC for DayZ will merge with the base game for free once patch 1.25 drops, that doesn’t mean there’s nothing for gamers to look forward to in terms of new content. On the contrary, the studio today revealed DayZ’s new expansion called “Frostline.”
Set to be released this Q4 2024, Frostline will introduce a brand new location called the “Sakhal archipelago,” which will introduce new survival challenges spread over 83km² of volcanic land, icy seas and treacherous terrains. Per Bohemia, the “centerpiece” of the premium DLC is the Sakhal terrain with its rugged reaches, and unlike previous locations, gamers will play as a survivor seeking refuge in the supposed safe haven of Sakhal. Bohemia mentions the new location “promises beauty at every perilous turn, with frozen lakes, snow-draped forests, and frosty peaks.”
Key Features of Frostline expansion:
- New Terrain: Discover an untouched archipelago where time stands still.
- Winter Landscape: Experience a late winter setting.
- Harsher Survival: Manage warmth and hunt for sustenance.
- Environmental Hazards: Discover the hazards of living near volcanic areas.
- Richer Wilderness: Meet new wildlife species that have adapted to the cold.
- New Gameplay Mechanics: Take on new diseases and an enhanced fishing mechanic.
- Winter Cosmetics: Dress for the season with winter-themed cosmetics
There’s even volcanic regions that will be available, which will double the threats players will face. While the terrain might be more compact compared to previous locations, Bohemia notes that each new challenge in the DLC will deliberatly decelerate your progress, which will compel survivors to recalibrate the way they play.
Expect winter-themed cosmetics, new region-specific wildlife acclimated to the cold and more. While there’s no specific release date just yet, we’re expecting more info about Frostline will be revealed in the coming weeks and months.