Grounded 2 Confirmed for PS5, Release Date Still a Mystery
Grounded 2 is officially heading to PlayStation 5, bringing the backyard survival sequel to Sony’s console after its debut on other platforms. There’s one catch: the release date remains under wraps.
PS5 Port Confirmed, Date TBD
The PlayStation version was confirmed during the recent New Game+ Showcase, ending months of speculation about whether the sequel would make the jump. While the announcement answered the “if,” it left the “when” unanswered—no launch window has been provided for the PS5 edition.
How We Got Here
Developed by Obsidian, Grounded carved out its own space in 2020 with a fresh twist on survival: a first-person, co-op adventure where players navigate a world at insect scale. The concept resonated, and a follow-up was inevitable. Grounded 2 arrived on July 29, 2025 for Xbox and PC, but skipped PS5 at launch. Given that the original eventually expanded to Sony’s ecosystem, fans were confident the sequel would follow suit. That confidence has now been rewarded.
Major Update Teased Alongside the Announcement
Obsidian paired the PS5 confirmation with news of a substantial content update. The studio teased fresh additions and improvements designed to broaden the game’s scope and extend replayability. Specifics and dates were not disclosed, but the timing suggests the PlayStation release could trail this update, aiming to bring PS5 players in line with the current feature set on other platforms.
When to Expect It
There’s no concrete timeline yet. The safest bet is “after the upcoming update,” with the PS5 version likely targeting parity with the most recent content patch. Until the studio locks in a schedule, fans should expect a measured rollout rather than a surprise drop.
Why This Matters
The move aligns with a broader shift in Xbox’s publishing strategy, with more formerly exclusive titles appearing on rival hardware. Whether driven by audience expansion or platform pragmatism, bringing Grounded 2 to PS5 broadens the community and gives more players a chance to squad up without switching ecosystems.
The Bottom Line
Grounded 2 is PS5-bound, but patience is still required. The next big content update is likely the domino that falls first, with the PlayStation release following close behind. As soon as a date is locked, expect the studio to spotlight how the PS5 version fits alongside its Xbox and PC counterparts.
