Grounded 2 (Game Preview) Launches July 29 – Everything You Need to Know

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Okay, so here we are, folks. Grounded 2 is right around the corner — July 29, 2025, to be exact. If you’re into the whole “let’s shrink down and explore” vibe, then buckle up, because this one’s going live on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox PC, Xbox Cloud, and even Early Access on Steam. Oh, and Game Pass Ultimate too. One buy, play anywhere. Sound cool? Yeah, thought so.

Founder’s Edition, man. Where do I even start? It’s chock-full of goodies like four funky character skins and wild emotes. Plus, there’s this digital artbook and soundtrack thing. Sometimes I wonder who actually flips through those artbooks. But hey, they’re there if you’re into that. Oh, and you also get the “Tools of Yore” set. Everyone does. Guess it’s sorta like Oprah’s favorite things—everyone’s a winner!

Honestly, I wasn’t expecting all these crazy bugs and park shenanigans. Brookhollow Park’s like a whole terrain of its own, massive and bumpy as that time you tried rollerblading after years. Remember that? Anyway, make sure you pack some snacks. You’ll need them for the adventure, especially if you’re rocking the Standard Edition or cruising via Game Pass.

And accessibility. Let’s get real here. This is where I tip my hat. Arachnophobia mode? Heck yes, where was that when I needed it? Plus, subtitle options and stuff like that. It’s what we need, and it’s all there from day one.

Price check time: Standard’s $29.99. Founder’s at $39.99. But if you’re upgrading from Standard to Founder’s? Just a tenner more. Think about it as a coffee and a donut for some digital bling.

Got a crew? Grab them – teamwork makes dream work. Besides, adventuring’s more fun with pals, right? You can hit us up on Discord, showing off those killer base designs or just swapping tall tales about oversized beetles.

Oh, and don’t forget your Buggy mounts. Little critters are more than just company—they’re your ride, your battle buddies. Ever tried riding a beetle? Yeah, me neither, but it sounds like one heck of a time.

Watch your back out there. Something’s lurking. Feels like that creepy feeling when someone’s watching you. No idea what it is, but it sure as heck hasn’t lost interest.

So, yeah, here’s to Grounded 2. It’s got those chills and thrills you didn’t know you needed. See you in the forest, comrades.