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The sequel to the popular survival adventure Grounded entered Early Access in July 2025. Grounded 2 picks up right where the original left off, with the group of teenagers once again shrunk to insect size. This time, however, they find themselves in Brookhollow Park instead of the backyard, facing new biomes and unfamiliar enemies.

Grounded 2 builds on the core gameplay of its predecessor while adding a variety of new features. You’ll gather resources, build bases, craft gear, explore vast environments, face dangerous creatures and fight to survive in a world ruled by insects. One of the key additions is the ability to ride insects right from the start. The game also features updated combat mechanics, including sprinting and dodging, as well as improved crafting and progression systems. As in the first game, Grounded 2 supports both solo and co-op play for up to four players.

In its Early Access review, Grounded 2 earned an impressive score of 87 out of 100 from the German gaming magazine Game2gether. Testers praised the game’s detailed world and highlighted notable improvements in gameplay, particularly the mount system and the enhanced combat and crafting mechanics. The story also received positive feedback. However, the Early Access version wasn’t without flaws – performance proved inconsistent during testing, and the building system could be frustrating at times due to placement glitches and clipping bugs. Game2gether also pointed out a lack of new enemy types, which might not offer enough of a challenge for veteran players. On Steam, Grounded 2 currently has around 14,400 reviews, with 79% rated positive.

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