The most significant recent update for Grounded is the Fully Yoked Update 1.4, released on April 16, 2024. This update introduced a wealth of new content and features, marking a major milestone for the game.
🐜 Ant Queens and Faction Choices
Each of the three ant colonies now features a royal Ant Queen. Players can choose to befriend or betray these queens, with decisions impacting the colony’s behavior and leading to different rewards. These choices can have cascading effects that aren’t immediately apparent, adding depth to the game’s narrative. Destructoid+4SteamDB+4Gamerant+4
🔁 New Game+ Mode: The Backyard, Remixed
A new New Game+ mode has been introduced, allowing players to experience a remixed version of the backyard. Accessible via the REMIX.R device, this mode offers increased difficulty, new challenges, and additional rewards, providing a fresh experience for seasoned players. Obsidian Forum Community+2SteamDB+2Item Level Gaming+2
⚒️ New Weapons and Equipment
The update adds over 20 new items, including weapons, armor, and decorative objects. Notable additions are the Termite King Pipe Organ and various decorative rugs, enhancing both combat and customization options. SteamDB
🐜 Baby Ant Pets and Mutations
Players can now befriend and customize Baby Ant Pets, each offering unique buffs and abilities. Additionally, new mutations like the Antbassador provide further gameplay enhancements, encouraging diverse playstyles. Gamerant+1Obsidian Forum Community+1SteamDB
🛠️ Quality of Life Improvements
Several quality-of-life features have been implemented:
- Save Switching: Hosts can now switch saves seamlessly during multiplayer sessions.SteamDB
- Pet Recovery: A new feature ensures lost pets can find their way back home.SteamDB
- Object Capacity Meter: Builders can now monitor and optimize their creations more effectively. SteamDB
🎮 Expanded Platform Availability
With this update, Grounded has expanded its reach, becoming available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, in addition to existing platforms. This expansion allows a broader audience to experience the game’s adventures.
