Obsidian Entertainment has today announced their new Grounded game will be entering Early Access during July 2020, and has released a new story trailer to whet your appetite for the survival adventure game.
In Grounded, you have been shrunk to the size of an ant and must navigate a new world of dangers. “Can you thrive alongside the hordes of giant insects, fighting to survive the perils of the backyard?”
“The world is a vast, beautiful and dangerous place – especially when you have been shrunk to the size of an ant. Explore, build and survive together in this first-person, multiplayer, survival-adventure. Can you thrive alongside the hordes of giant insects, fighting to survive the perils of the backyard?”
Gameplay and Features
Grounded offers a unique twist on the survival genre by shrinking players down to insect size, transforming an ordinary backyard into an expansive and treacherous world. Players must gather resources, build shelters, and craft tools to survive. The game emphasizes cooperation, allowing up to four players to team up and tackle the challenges together.
The backyard is teeming with life, from towering blades of grass to menacing spiders and other insects. Each creature has its own behaviors and ecosystems, adding layers of complexity to the survival experience. For example, ants might be friendly and helpful in guiding you to food sources, while spiders pose a constant threat, requiring strategic planning to avoid or combat.
Story and Setting
The story of Grounded revolves around a group of kids who find themselves mysteriously shrunk to the size of insects. As they navigate this new world, they uncover clues about how they ended up in this predicament and how they might return to their normal size. The narrative unfolds through environmental storytelling, scattered notes, and interactions with the world around them.
The game’s setting is meticulously crafted to reflect the perspective of a tiny human. Everyday objects like soda cans, lawnmowers, and garden tools become massive landmarks that players can explore. This attention to detail creates an immersive experience, making players feel truly small in a vast world.
“We are proud to reveal an all-new story trailer for Grounded, our upcoming survival adventure game! On July 28th, go big or never go home. Coming to Xbox Game Preview and Game Pass on Xbox One, as well as Xbox Game Pass PC and Steam Early Access.”
The trailer showcases the game’s vibrant world and hints at the dangers players will face. It also highlights the cooperative gameplay, showing players working together to build structures and fend off insect threats. The visual style is colorful and detailed, capturing the essence of a backyard from a tiny perspective.
Grounded is set to be available on multiple platforms, including Xbox Game Preview, Game Pass on Xbox One, Xbox Game Pass PC, and Steam Early Access. This wide availability ensures that players on different systems can join in on the adventure.
The game’s development by Obsidian Entertainment, known for titles like The Outer Worlds and Pillars of Eternity, adds to the anticipation. Their expertise in crafting engaging narratives and immersive worlds promises a rich and enjoyable experience in Grounded.
Source: Steam
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