Grounded 2 will launch on July 29, 2025, exclusively via Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for a budget-friendly $30 price point. Drawing on my extensive gaming experience, it's clear Obsidian Entertainment has listened closely to player feedback from the first Grounded, which led to their decision to develop a full sequel rather than expand the original. In a detailed breakdown, Obsidian stated they "ran out of room" to implement all their big ideas in Grounded 1, prompting the standalone follow-up. Fans can catch the reveal trailer on YouTube in the Grounded 2 - Official Announce Trailer, showcasing expanded biomes, deeper crafting systems, and new threats lurking in the backyard undergrowth.
Grounded 2 will build upon the first game's four-player co-op and survival mechanics by introducing larger-scale base building, more sophisticated enemy AI, and a revamped progression tree. To prepare for launch, players can pre-install the game on Xbox Series X|S via Game Pass by navigating to the store page and choosing "Install on all devices". Once downloaded, community members should check the patch notes upon launch day to review balance tweaks and bug fixes. For an in-depth look at why Grounded 2 exists and how Obsidian fit all their additional content into this new title, be sure to read IGN's feature Grounded 2 Exists Because Obsidian Was ‘Running Out of Room' in Grounded 1.
Xbox has unveiled the Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X, two new Windows-based handheld consoles developed in partnership with ASUS, scheduled for a Winter 2025 release. The standard Xbox Ally serves as a native Windows gaming handheld, enabling you to install and play titles from Steam, the Epic Games Store, and Xbox Game Pass with a bit of configuration. For an insider's look at the hardware and design process, check out the behind-the-scenes video Inside: ROG Xbox Ally - Behind The Scenes Feature on Xbox's official channel.
Xbox Ally X will boast performance that outpaces the original Steam Deck, though comparisons with the forthcoming Steam Deck 2 remain to be seen. To download and run your favorite PC titles, simply install Windows drivers from ASUS's support site, link your Microsoft and Steam accounts, and then open the Xbox app to access Game Pass titles. Advanced users can tweak power profiles through Windows Power Options to balance battery life and framerate. For a head-to-head spec comparison, see IGN's breakdown Xbox Ally X vs. Steam Deck, which covers CPU, GPU, thermal design power, and display differences in detail.
Hollow Knight: Silksong could debut towards the end of 2025, according to hints dropped by Xbox leadership during the Xbox ROG Ally showcase. Although Team Cherry confirmed that Silksong is "not tied to a console release" and remains independent of any platform launch schedules, the suggestion that it might serve as a launch title for the new handhelds has fans buzzing. You can revisit the cinematic reveal in the Hollow Knight: Silksong - Xbox Game Pass Reveal Trailer from the Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase 2022 to relive Hornet's breathtaking new adventure.
Hollow Knight: Silksong will likely be available to download via PC storefronts and Game Pass simultaneously, once a firm date is announced. To ensure you get the game as soon as it drops, add it to your wishlist on Steam or prepare your Game Pass library for a pre-load notification. VGC's article Hollow Knight: Silksong Is ‘Not Tied to a Console Release', Publisher Clarifies underscores that Team Cherry wants the title across all platforms without delays. Keep an eye on official channels for the "date locked" announcement—once it's live, you'll be able to pre-download and dive into Silk-song's hand-drawn realms immediately.
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