Since the end of the first game, some time has passed – the kids are now teens, and the bugs you'll face in Grounded 2 are stronger than ever, even on the lowest difficulty. Terrifying threats like ...

The true genius of Grounded is how it makes mundane creatures exciting, mesmerizing and deadly. There’s a huge variety of bugs, arachnids and other creatures to hunt down and research across the ...

GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. The outdoors feels more dangerous than ever in Grounded 2, and many bug types seem eager to bully you. Completing challenges will help you earn ...

Gemma Johnson is a Senior Contributor from the United Kingdom who writes guides, lists, and updates. Gemma's passion for video games began in the 90s, growing up with classic titles like Goldeneye, ...

Grounded 2 is finally out in Early Access, and already we can't get enough of the bug-filled title. The sequel to Obsidian's 2022 survival adventure was first revealed during the Summer Game Fest 2025 ...

CJ (he/him) is an Evergreen Editor at DualShockers. He has a passion for both modern and retro games and enjoys RPGs, strategy games, and anything Marvel-related. Grounded went through years of early ...

Grounded pets are bugs that are tamed by building them a special pet house, then using a grinder to make a special slurry to appease them and eventually make them your friends. Pets in Grounded range ...

Scared about your ability to beat Ladybugs in Grounded 2? If you're after some great gear to carry you through your time in the park, you'll have to take on this gentle giant sooner rather than later.

Gemma Johnson is a Senior Contributor from the United Kingdom who writes guides, lists, and updates. Gemma's passion for video games began in the 90s, growing up with classic titles like Goldeneye, ...

There is something about Obsidian’s Grounded franchise that is immediately endearing. Maybe it’s the colorful visuals of its survival game that draws me in, or the endearing cast of teens who are ...