Xbox Game Studios and Obsidian Entertainment brought a welcome surprise to Summer Game Fest 2026 with the announcement that Grounded 2 is officially coming to PlayStation 5. After a full year of console exclusivity, Sony players will finally join the backyard survival adventure that has been growing steadily on Xbox and PC since its early access debut in July 2025.
A One Year Exclusivity Window Comes to an End
Grounded 2 has been available in early access on Xbox Series and PC for exactly one year, marking the end of its temporary exclusivity period. With the PlayStation launch now confirmed, the community is set to expand dramatically as players across all platforms converge on the same tiny but dangerous world.
PS5 Launch Aligns With Major New Update
The PS5 version arrives on August 11, 2026, a date chosen for a very specific reason. It coincides with the global rollout of Into the Abyss, the game’s next major update. This means PlayStation players will jump in on day one with the same fresh content as everyone else, ensuring a unified experience across platforms.
A Bigger Backyard Than Ever
With new regions, new threats and new systems arriving alongside the PS5 release, Grounded 2 is poised for one of its biggest moments yet. The expansion to PlayStation marks a major milestone for Obsidian’s survival series and sets the stage for an even larger community when the update drops.