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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 64bit Processeur : Intel Core i3-3225 Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Nvidia GTX 650 Ti Espace disque : 8 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 11 64bit Processeur : Intel Core i7-7700K or Ryzen 5 1600 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce GTX 1060 6GB or Radeon RX 470 Espace disque : 8 GB d'espace disque disponible

Grounded

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Released September 27, 2022
sample: 494 reviews posted after launch (173 AI-classified)
92/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 90 % · 94,965 reviews (« Very Positive »)
39,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Grounded's survival adventure has players hooked with its immersive world and fun coop gameplay, despite some performance issues. With 94% positive reviews since its full release, it's a hit, especially for those who love a challenging, bug-filled journey.

What it's about: The world is a vast, beautiful and dangerous place – especially when you have been shrunk to the size of an ant. Can you thrive alongside the hordes of giant insects, fighting to survive the perils of the backyard?

In-game

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« wasps and mosquitos are horrid and satanic beasts just like in real life so A+ for a level of realism no other survival game has achieved »
👍 anonymous review · 20 h played2
« This game rules. Be tiny, cook and eat bug, make bug your friend, fight bug, what more could you desire? »
👍 anonymous review · 122 h played311
« its getting more and more obvious, i can deny it no longer, i am small »
👍 anonymous review · 168 h played22
« I always dreamed of being little and exploring the back yard, it is great to get to do it by computer game. »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played1
« Somehow i hate mosquitoes even more after playing this game, which i didn't think was even possible 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · 129 h played1
« One of the best survival games. Good balance, great entertainment from exploring »
👍 anonymous review · 100 h played1
« YA TROP DE BUGS C UNE DINGUERIE DE VOULOIR SORITR UN 2 ALORS QU'IL Y A UN BUG DE COLLISION OU D'AFFICHAGE AU TROIS SECONDES »
👎 anonymous review · 86 h played
« disparition de mon inventaire sans raison valable je déconseille le jeu il pus ça grand mère la pute »
👎 anonymous review · 52 h played
« the game is fine but dont reset your pc or change it , the cloud dont work with this game 92 hour lost »
👎 anonymous review · 98 h played
« Il est soudainement devenu impossible de rejoindre une partie en ligne »
👎 anonymous review · 29 h played
« Grosse merde impossible à se connecter avec le système Microsoft ! Minable ! »
👎 anonymous review · 26 h played
« i like the gameplay. It reminds me of minecraft, raft or sons of the forest. If you like those games, go touch grass »
👍 anonymous review · 74 h played11

In players' words

« wasps and mosquitos are horrid and satanic beasts just like in real life so A+ for a level of realism no other survival game has achieved »
👍 anonymous review · 20 h played2
« YA TROP DE BUGS C UNE DINGUERIE DE VOULOIR SORITR UN 2 ALORS QU'IL Y A UN BUG DE COLLISION OU D'AFFICHAGE AU TROIS SECONDES »
👎 anonymous review · 86 h played
« This game rules. Be tiny, cook and eat bug, make bug your friend, fight bug, what more could you desire? »
👍 anonymous review · 122 h played311
« disparition de mon inventaire sans raison valable je déconseille le jeu il pus ça grand mère la pute »
👎 anonymous review · 52 h played
« its getting more and more obvious, i can deny it no longer, i am small »
👍 anonymous review · 168 h played22
« the game is fine but dont reset your pc or change it , the cloud dont work with this game 92 hour lost »
👎 anonymous review · 98 h played
« I always dreamed of being little and exploring the back yard, it is great to get to do it by computer game. »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played1
« Il est soudainement devenu impossible de rejoindre une partie en ligne »
👎 anonymous review · 29 h played
« Somehow i hate mosquitoes even more after playing this game, which i didn't think was even possible 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · 129 h played1
« Grosse merde impossible à se connecter avec le système Microsoft ! Minable ! »
👎 anonymous review · 26 h played
« One of the best survival games. Good balance, great entertainment from exploring »
👍 anonymous review · 100 h played1
« i like the gameplay. It reminds me of minecraft, raft or sons of the forest. If you like those games, go touch grass »
👍 anonymous review · 74 h played11

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
90 % pos · n=115
Multiplayer
85 % pos · n=59
Content / longevity
84 % pos · n=31
Story / writing
96 % pos · n=28
Graphics / art
95 % pos · n=22
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=15
Performance
50 % pos · n=6
Audio / music
83 % pos · n=6
Interface / UX
40 % pos · n=5
Value for money
75 % pos · n=4
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay11510429
Multiplayer595009
Content / longevity312614
Story / writing282710
Graphics / art222101
Stability / bugs150114
Performance6303
Audio / music6501
Interface / UX5203
Value for money4301

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 61 h on median; those who dislike it: 26 h.

<2h
64 % (n=11)
2-10h
85 % (n=68)
10-25h
91 % (n=87)
>25h
94 % (n=328)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Jan 2026 : 96% positive96JanFeb 2026 : 94% positive94FebMar 2026 : 95% positive95MarApr 2026 : 93% positive93AprMay 2026 : 91% positive91MayJun 2026 : 88% positive88JunJul 2026 : 92% positive92Jul

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

💶 Price history

€16.99€23.49€29.99€36.49€42.99202120222023202420252026€19.99

Steam price tracked automatically since Jul 28, 2020 · All-time low: €19.99 (Jun 27, 2024)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

1 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 45 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 12,5 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

No indexed video for this game yet.

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This game on Twitch

Small streamers to support

LIVE j_lynsation 17 viewers · EN — 🖤✨Lets Finish This✨🖤 GroundedLIVE Avyonne 17 viewers · EN — Spiders turned off | NEW 2k STREAMING | !discord !lurk | #SUB #FOLLOWLIVE koejee 10 viewers · EN — Omen of Cthulhu and Grounded! 2 part stream LETS GOOOOLIVE SkarlettReaper_ 8 viewers · EN — 😉Bitties & Chill😉|🩻!JOIN🔞| ☠️w/ @timbobbytim0 ☠️ !tip !commands

Streams snapshot from 01/08 à 06h10

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Strengths

  • Immersive Survival: 30 mentions of the survival aspect, with 29 positive reviews, highlight its engaging nature.
  • Coop Fun: 25 mentions, 24 positive, emphasize the enjoyable multiplayer experience.
  • Challenging Gameplay: 115 mentions, 104 positive, show a challenging and well-received adventure.

Weaknesses

  • Performance Issues: 6 mentions, only 3 positive, indicate some players face technical challenges.
  • Bugs: 15 negative mentions out of 15, suggest a need for further optimization.
  • UI Concerns: 5 mentions, 2 positive, point to potential interface improvements.

Who is it for?

This game will appeal to fans of survival and adventure genres, especially those who enjoy a challenging coop experience. With its focus on survival and exploration, Grounded offers a unique and immersive world to get lost in.

Is Grounded worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 90% of 94,965 Steam reviews are positive (player score 92/100). Most-praised strength: Immersive Survival. Current price: 39,99€.

Verdict

Grounded's positive reception, with 94% post-release satisfaction, showcases its appeal. While performance and bug issues persist, the game's immersive survival world and fun coop gameplay make it a standout experience for players seeking a challenging adventure.

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Grounded: 92/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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