The latest patch for Grounded 2, version 0.1.3, focuses on resolving several persistent issues rather than introducing entirely new content. This update specifically targets common player annoyances within the survival sandbox, delivering improvements to Buggy mechanics, new save-repair options, and ensuring resources no longer respawn within player-constructed bases. Despite these fixes, some players continue to report frequent game crashes.
Obsidian Entertainment describes this update as a “quick fix” to address immediate player frustrations, with more significant changes planned for the future. Grounded 2 now features several game-repair utilities: a “Creature Reset” option to return all creatures to their original spawn points, and a “Buggy Reset” to send all Buggies back to their designated nests, regardless of their prior location or condition.
To further refine gameplay, the patch ensures that all Snail Shells automatically disappear after 24 hours. A separate, crucial fix prevents resources from regenerating directly through player-built structures. While players will need to manually clear any resources currently embedded in their bases after applying the update, this issue should not recur.
The update also resolves several bugs impacting the Buggy, notably patching a duplication exploit that allowed players to unfairly multiply items using its inventory.
Obsidian estimates a significant 30% performance boost with this update, addressing various glitches known to cause game crashes. The studio reminds players that Grounded 2 is still in early access and pledges ongoing improvements to stability and performance throughout its development cycle.
Since its early access launch in late July, the Grounded sequel has rapidly attracted over 3 million players. For those navigating this expansive, oversized world, numerous guides are available to assist with survival strategies.
Below is a detailed summary of the fixes and improvements included in Grounded 2 Patch 0.1.3:
Grounded 2 Patch 0.1.3 Highlights
Quality of Life Enhancements
- Snail Shells now automatically despawn after 24 hours.
- New “Game Repair Options” for save files:
- “Creature Reset”: Moves all creatures back to their designated locations.
- “Reset Buggy”: Returns all Buggies to their nest, regardless of their current state or position in The Park.
- Introduced UI notifications regarding the save data limit, now capped at 10 saves per world. Players are advised to delete unneeded older saves to enhance game performance.
Key Bug Resolutions
- Achieved an estimated 30% improvement in overall game stability and performance compared to version 0.1.2.1. Ongoing stability and performance enhancements are promised during early access.
- Multiple crash fixes:
- Addressed crashes occurring when fleeing the ORC Wave.
- Fixed crashes encountered when accessing various UI menus.
- Resolved several other scenarios leading to game crashes.
- General performance improvements for UI interactions.
- Fixed various backend issues preventing Microsoft account login across platforms.
- Resolved a scenario where certain players couldn`t initiate the Mysterious Stranger Fight.
- Corrected a progression blocker where the path to the Ice Sickles arena would become obstructed after saving and reloading.
- Fixed an issue where some creatures appeared without proper textures.
- Patched several inventory duplication exploits related to the Buggy.
- Resolved a bug where consumables used on Buggies had an infinite duration.
Story and Quests
- Players completing the MIX.R before the ORC Receivers quests will now have all preceding quests up to `Wait There`s More` automatically marked as complete.
The Park Environment
- Resources will no longer respawn through player-built structures. Existing resources within bases will need a one-time manual removal but should not reappear thereafter.
- ORC creatures will now maintain their assigned guard posts instead of roaming freely.
- Fixed an issue prompting players to repurchase pebblet foundations.
- Players should no longer inadvertently spawn atop the skybox.
Buggies Specifics
- Removed the unused Torch UI from the Buggy interface. Players can still equip a torch on their Buggy using the hotpouch (key “5” or “V” for keyboard/mouse, or Right Stick while holding “LB” for controller).
Combat Adjustments
- Fixed a bug where only two mutations remained equipped after saving and loading.
- Addressed multiple bugs related to the loss of equipment.
- The Mantis will no longer freeze mid-air during its jump attack.
- Resolved a bug preventing the retrieval of certain ORC Creature cards after defeating them (this fix is retroactive to existing save files).
Audio Improvements
- Corrected various instances of robotic voice dialogue from teenagers.
User Interface Fixes
- “Rust” will now display correctly instead of “Invalid Harvest Node.”
- Fixed an issue where changing the Omni-Tool Key Bind in Settings did not update the UI prompt for the `Repair` action.
- Resolved conflicts between the Omni-Tool and Interact key binds.