Upcoming Survival Game "Grounded 2": What We've Learned Thus Far
Get ready, survival game enthusiasts! During the Xbox Games Showcase 2025 as part of Summer Game Fest, the long-awaited sequel to the popular game Grounded was officially revealed. Grounded 2 is set to release into Early Access on July 29, 2025, for both Xbox Series X|S and PC.
The story of Grounded 2 picks up a few years after the first game, in the year 1992. It follows the four original teens who mysteriously went missing at the end of the first game. The company Ominent is revealed to be behind the kidnapping, setting the stage for an exciting new adventure.
Grounded 2 will primarily be a survival game, with players scavenging, looting, crafting, and engaging in combat against giant boss bugs. Managing hunger, thirst, and stamina will be crucial aspects of gameplay. The game's world is larger than the first, featuring new biomes such as an icy environment and a "spooky" anthill.
One of the most exciting features of Grounded 2 is the introduction of co-op gameplay, allowing up to four players to join forces. The game will also introduce new gameplay elements like dashing and mounts known as buggies that players can ride and control.
As players progress through the story, they can unlock technology and equipment. The world of Grounded 2 was created from "ground-up" for the Xbox Series X, taking advantage of its powerful capabilities. Interestingly, the decision to expand the world for Grounded 2 was influenced by the technical limitations of the Xbox One.
The first trailer for Grounded 2 was released, showcasing these new features and a bigger setting. However, there is currently no word on a PS5 or Nintendo release. Obsidian has not ruled out a potential PS5 release for Grounded 2, so fans of the series on those platforms may still have a chance to join the adventure.
Pre-ordering of Grounded 2 is not yet available, but the game can be wishlisted on Steam and the Microsoft Store. Nighttime will make enemies more aggressive in Grounded 2, adding an extra layer of challenge to the survival experience.
So, mark your calendars for July 29, 2025, and get ready to delve back into the world of Grounded with Grounded 2!
[1] Xbox Wire: Grounded 2 Announced for Xbox Series X and PC
[2] Steam: Grounded 2 on Steam
[3] Microsoft Store: Grounded 2 on Microsoft Store
- The upcoming survival game, Grounded 2, will be available on both Xbox Series X|S and PC.
- Grounded 2 is set to release into Early Access on July 29, 2025.
- The story of Grounded 2 picks up a few years after the first game, in the year 1992.
- Ominent is revealed to be behind the kidnapping of the four original teens in the first game.
- Grounded 2 will feature new gameplay elements like dashing and mounts known as buggies.
- Co-op gameplay, allowing up to four players to join forces, is one of the most exciting features of Grounded 2.
- The world of Grounded 2 was created from "ground-up" for the Xbox Series X, taking advantage of its powerful capabilities.
- Pre-ordering of Grounded 2 is not yet available, but it can be wishlisted on Steam and the Microsoft Store.
