Grounded 2 Early Access Details

Brookhollow Park is back - and it’s bigger, bolder, and a lot more dangerous. Obsidian Entertainment has officially announced that Grounded 2 is set to launch on July 29, 2025, in Game Preview on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Cloud Gaming, and Windows PC, and in Early Access on Steam. It’ll also be available day one through Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, and thanks to Xbox Play Anywhere, your progress carries between console and PC with one purchase.

The follow-up to Obsidian’s hit backyard survival game takes the “tiny kids in a giant world” concept to the next level. You’re once again shrunk down to ant-size and dropped into a suburban jungle, where bugs are bosses, and every blade of grass hides a new threat. But this time, the world’s even more expansive, the creatures are more aggressive, and you’re not alone - something else is out there, and it’s watching.

Two Editions, One Big Adventure

At launch, players can choose between the Standard Edition, priced at $29.99 USD, or upgrade to the Founder’s Edition, priced at $39.99 USD. The Standard Edition includes full access to the game throughout the Game Preview and Early Access phases.

The Minotaurs, Myrmidons, and Mants: Oh My! Founder’s Edition adds four cosmetic character skins (Minotaur, Myrmidon, Rogue, and Mant) each with custom emotes, plus a digital artbook and soundtrack that dives into the game’s development. It’s all bundled under ONYX-PRO, Inside the Game, which will update over time as development progresses.

There’s also the Tools of Yore decorative set, but here’s the twist: you don’t need the Founder’s Edition to get it. The set is a free bonus for all players, whether you’re on Game Pass, Steam, or anywhere else. If you start with the Standard Edition and decide you want the extras later, you can grab the Founder’s Pack upgrade separately for $10.00 USD.

Grounded 2 Early Access Details

Same Backyard, Whole New Threat

Grounded 2 doesn’t just expand the map - it expands the entire approach to survival. Players can now ride Buggy mounts (yes, you can actually hatch, raise, and saddle up your own insect companions), use new crafting and base-building mechanics, and uncover secrets scattered across the now even more unpredictable park. These mounts are more than just a way to get around - they’ll fight by your side and help you gather resources, too.

The game introduces playstyle archetypes, giving players access to unique traits and abilities that match how they want to survive. Whether you’re relying on brute force, stealth, or precision, you’ll be able to tailor your character to your strengths as you explore the mysteries buried under plastic toys and overgrown picnic tables.

And speaking of mysteries - there’s something new lurking in Brookhollow. A dark presence is following your every move. The more you explore, the closer it gets. Obsidian is teasing a deeper narrative experience this time around, and it’s clear that the threat in Grounded 2 is more than just hungry spiders and angry ants.

Grounded 2 Early Access Details

Accessibility and Localization at Launch

Obsidian isn’t just doubling down on gameplay - it’s also expanding its accessibility and localization efforts. From day one, Grounded 2 will include options like Arachnophobia Safe Mode, Read to Me narration, subtitle and colorblind customization, adjustable reticles, and more. It’s designed to be playable for as many people as possible, and the team plans to add even more accessibility features throughout Early Access.

The game will support several languages at launch, including English, French, Castilian Spanish, Latin American Spanish, German, Italian, and Simplified Chinese. More languages are expected to be added during development.

Grounded 2 Early Access Details

Join the Community and Shape the Game

Obsidian is leaning into community feedback to help shape Grounded 2 as it moves through Early Access. The development team will be active on the official Grounded Discord server, where players can share bug stories, base builds, and gameplay suggestions. Like the first game, Grounded 2 is designed to grow with its players - both in terms of content and features.

The Early Access period is just the beginning. With regular updates planned, Obsidian aims to evolve the game based on what players love, where they struggle, and how they play.

Available Across Platforms

Grounded 2 will be available on Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, Xbox Cloud Gaming, and Steam. It will launch through Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, and Xbox Play Anywhere support means your progress syncs across platforms without any extra cost.

So whether you’re building your first base or riding into battle on a Buggy, Grounded 2 looks set to deliver a bigger, stranger backyard adventure when it arrives July 29.