Shrunk again, but the world is much larger. In this open-world, single-player or co-op survival adventure, craft weapons and armor, build your base, and traverse the playground on your buggy. But something else is out there—and it hasn’t forgotten you.
It’s hard to make a survival game stand out in a market this saturated with carbon copies and lookalikes. Grounded 2 doesn’t exactly revolutionize the genre with its gameplay loop, but I still had a good time with it thanks to a handful of genuinely interesting elements. Its streamlined resource collection system cuts down on some of the usual survival...
With the addition of rideable buggies, the streamlining of its tool system, and the sheer amount of content to work through, Grounded 2 is a no-brainer for those who bought into the series’ unique take on the survival genre. We’ll have to see how the game progresses as it inches its way out of early access, but so far, things seem rather bright in Brookhaven...
Grounded 2 builds on the first game with a larger map, faster travel, and smarter tools that make survival more streamlined. Brookhollow Park feels alive with new creatures and biomes, while buggies and the Omni-Tool keep you moving and gathering without the grind. The story is clearer, and mutations give you more ways to play. Early Access bugs are...
Despite its rough edges, Grounded 2 has managed to remain true to the original while significantly expanding its gameplay and mechanics. I can't wait to see what Obsidian will be adding to the game next, but even as it stands, I consider it to be one of the most fun and unique takes on the survival genre I’ve had the pleasure of playing.
Grounded 2 is really a horrifying survival horror game that is expertly cloaked as a fun backyard adventure. It builds on the original game in significant ways while preserving all that made it great. After considering user comments, Obsidian created a world that feels bigger, more vibrant, and much scarier. It's hilarious, eerie, and completely ca...
