Grounded 2's release date is confirmed, and Xbox has revealed the specific times for its launch. Prepare for the Game Pass survival game to burst onto the scene.
Grounded 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the 2020 open-world survival game, is set to launch in Early Access on July 29, 2025. This global, simultaneous launch will see the game available on Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam and Xbox app, and Xbox Cloud Gaming.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers will have day-one access to the game. For those not subscribed, the game will be available for purchase at $29.99 on Xbox and its Windows PC platforms.
The Early Access version of Grounded 2 will offer a colossal Brookhollow Park map to explore, along with more content and expanded features compared to the final version of the original game. Players can expect various new bugs to fight and interact with, as well as several additional options for crafting gear, base-building, and RPG-style progression.
For those eager to delve deeper into the game, Obsidian Entertainment has announced a Founder's Edition and Founder's Pack. The Founder's Edition, priced at $39.99, includes skins, emotes, a digital artbook, a soundtrack, and an upgradeable Founder's Pack for $9.99. The Founder's Pack offers the same extra goodies. These can be used to enhance the standard edition or Game Pass player's game.
It's important to note that the Founder's Edition and Founder's Pack are not included in the Xbox Game Pass Standard tier. However, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, priced at $19.99/month, is required to play Grounded 2 on Xbox, PC, and Xbox Cloud Gaming. One-month memberships for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate can be found at a discounted price of $10.19 at CDKeys.
Future updates for Grounded 2 are expected to majorly expand the Brookhollow Park map. So, whether you're a fan of the original or new to the series, Grounded 2 promises an exciting adventure that's sure to captivate players worldwide.
- Players can enjoy the action-packed gameplay of Grounded 2 on Windows PC platforms, following its global launch on July 29, 2025.
- In addition to the Xbox Series X|S, Grounded 2 will also be available on PC via Steam and Xbox app, offering a versatile choice for gaming enthusiasts.
- Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers can access Grounded 2 on day one, while non-subscribers can purchase the game for $29.99 on Xbox and Windows PC platforms.
- For dedicated fans of the game, Obsidian Entertainment has introduced the Founder's Edition and Founder's Pack, offering exclusive content and upgrades for $39.99 and $9.99 respectively.
- TheFounder's Edition and Founder's Pack are not included in the Xbox Game Pass Standard tier, but the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, priced at $19.99/month, is required to play Grounded 2 on Xbox, PC, and Xbox Cloud Gaming.
