The Sinking City 2 Wiki
Demo walkthroughs, survival tips, and launch answers for Arkham.
Unofficial fan wiki for The Sinking City 2: demo guides, survival tips, pre-order editions, Arkham notes, and launch-day answers.
- Aug 18
- Launch date
- PC · PS5 · Xbox
- Platforms
- ~1 hr
- Steam demo
- $49.99
- Standard MSRP
Every hub you need before and after the August 18 launch.
Guides Hub
The Sinking City 2 guides hub: demo walkthroughs, survival tips, combat basics, and optional investigation help before launch day.
Read guide SystemsSystems Hub
The Sinking City 2 systems hub: PC and controller controls, system requirements, inventory crafting, and survival mechanics explained.
Read guide WorldWorld Hub
The Sinking City 2 world guide: Arkham districts, Lovecraftian enemies, weapons, items, and flooded 1920s New England lore.
Read guide Pre-orderPre-order Hub
The Sinking City 2 pre-order hub: Standard, Deluxe, Premium editions, Chthonic Arsenal bonuses, platforms, and August 18 release.
Read guide ToolsTools Hub
The Sinking City 2 wiki tools: edition picker quiz and PC spec checker to choose the right buy and verify your hardware before launch.
Read guide UpdatesUpdates Hub
The Sinking City 2 news and updates: demo launch, pre-orders, trailers, patch notes, and Frogwares announcements through launch week.
Read guide LinksOfficial Links
Official The Sinking City 2 links: Steam, Frogwares, Discord, social media, press kits, and trusted community resources.
Read guideDeep walkthroughs for the Steam demo and day-one survival.
Guides Hub
The Sinking City 2 guides hub: demo walkthroughs, survival tips, combat basics, and optional investigation help before launch day.
Read guide GuidesGetting Started
Beginner guide for The Sinking City 2: story setup, platforms, demo access, safe rooms, and your first hour in flooded Arkham.
Read guide Pre-orderPre-order Hub
The Sinking City 2 pre-order hub: Standard, Deluxe, Premium editions, Chthonic Arsenal bonuses, platforms, and August 18 release.
Read guide GuidesDemo Walkthrough
Complete The Sinking City 2 Steam demo walkthrough: puzzles, safe codes, floodgate fuses, combat tips, and every key item location.
Read guide Pre-orderEditions Comparison
Compare The Sinking City 2 Standard, Deluxe, and Premium editions: prices, Chthonic Arsenal, Field Kit, Holloway Manor, and early access.
Read guide SystemsControls
Full The Sinking City 2 controls for PC keyboard and Xbox controller: movement, combat, investigation, map, inventory, and quick slots.
Read guide ToolsEdition Picker
Edition picker for The Sinking City 2: choose Standard, Deluxe, or Premium by budget, bonuses, and early access.
Read guide GuidesDemo Puzzles & Codes
The Sinking City 2 demo puzzle guide: Apartment 6 safe code 1908, floodgate fuse layout, investigation links, and every mandatory solution.
Read guide UpdatesDemo Notes
The Sinking City 2 Steam demo notes: length, performance, controls, story spoilers, bugs, and how it compares to the full game.
Read guide GuidesHow to Survive
Survival guide for The Sinking City 2: safe rooms, inventory limits, healing, crafting, retreat tactics, and resource rules in Arkham.
Read guide UpdatesGone Gold & Launch
The Sinking City 2 gone gold August 9 2026: launch prep, New Game+, HDR patch plans, Premium early access, and day-one checklist.
Read guide WorldArkham Fish Market
Arkham Fish Market guide: flooded docks, Grindmaw enemies, loot routes, skiff paths, and Meat for the Grindmaws trailer.
Read guideNew to Arkham? Follow these steps before the flood closes in.
- 1
Try the free Steam demo
Download the opening-hour slice on Steam to learn safe rooms, combat, and the floodgate puzzle before you buy. Our demo walkthrough covers every mandatory step.
- 2
Learn survival basics
Ammo and inventory space are scarce. Read How to Survive for stash habits, healing priorities, and when to retreat. Pair it with Combat and Weapons for weak-point shooting.
- 3
Check your platform and specs
Compare editions on the pre-order hub and verify your rig with system requirements or the PC spec checker. Console players should review platforms and stores.
- 4
Explore Arkham systems
Optional investigation rewards talent points without blocking story progress — see the investigation guide. Study the Arkham map, enemies, and weapons before launch night.
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Stay current through launch week
Follow the news timeline, gone gold launch guide, and demo notes for trailers, performance impressions, and day-one patch summaries. Bookmark official links for Frogwares announcements.
Wiki FAQ
Quick answers to the most common questions.
What is The Sinking City 2?
A Lovecraftian survival horror game by Frogwares set in 1920s Arkham. You play occult investigator Calvin Rafferty trying to save his partner from a supernatural flood.
When does the game release?
August 18, 2026 on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. Premium Edition includes 24-hour early access on August 17. Details: release date FAQ.
Is this an official wiki?
No. sinkingcity2.wiki is a fan-made resource. Confirm prices and features on official store pages before purchasing.
Which languages are supported?
This wiki is published in English, Français, Deutsch, Español. The game supports 15 interface languages on Steam; we focus on these four for full guides.
Do I need to play the first Sinking City?
No. The sequel features a new protagonist and Arkham setting. Lore ties enrich the story but are not required.
Where should beginners start?
Read Getting Started, then play the Steam demo with our walkthrough open beside you.