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Time of India
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Grounded 2 multiplayer explained: How to play with friends?
Image via Obsidian Entertainment Grounded 2 is the Prophecy continuation of Obsidian Entertainment's survival game. The game brings players back into the thrill of surviving the backyard, but this time with better ways to play and perform together. If you are dodging giant bugs, goofing around in the game, or building a comfortable base, multiplayer is a huge part of the fun. Even though it makes the co-op experience game even more advanced, it induces a lower burden to be linked and explore with the squad. In case you don't know how to get to the multiplayer mode in Grounded 2, here is what you should know to go to the land of survival in the wild backyard hand in hand. How to play with friends in Grounded 2 Multiplayer - How to Host and Join Friends - Grounded 2 Joining or hosting multiplayer in Grounded 2 Grounded 2 supports both online and local multiplayer, where you can play with up to three players, whether you are on Xbox or PC: Host a game: From the main menu, select Multiplayer . Choose Host Online Game . Create a new world or select an existing one. Send an invite to friends via your platform's friend system (Xbox Live or Steam). Once connected, your friends will join you in your world. Join a friend's game: Head to the Join Online Game option from the menu. Look for your friend's hosted session under the list of availability, or join directly through an invitation. Your progress is saved within the host's world. The character progression might not be carried over depending on the settings. Shared worlds vs. hosted sessions Grounded 2 introduces Shared Worlds, a new feature that offers flexibility between sessions: Shared world: The data is saved in the cloud and is easily accessible even when the host is not online. Anyone with permission can host or join in at any time. Ideal for persistent playthroughs across varying time zones or schedules. Hosted session: This session is only accessible when the original host is online. Offers more control but less flexibility. Cross-platform and communication support: Grounded 2 is fully supported for cross-play between PC and Xbox platforms. Built-in voice chat helps with good in-game coordination, or third-party services like Discord also work; it's just your preference. Just make sure everyone has a stable internet connection to avoid any lag or disconnections, which may mess up the game. The Grounded 2 multiplayer will reinforce the co-operation aspect of exploration and survival. Regardless of hosting a game, joining another participant's game, or a debut into a shared world, it is easy and simple to do. Featuring cross-platform functionality, cloud-based world,s and making sure that you and your friends will always find time to enjoy the adventure together, Grounded 2 has something of value to offer to everyone. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
PlayStation owners have just hours left before popular free combat game is shut down forever
GAMERS have just hours to download a popular PlayStation game before it is removed. It has been available on the store for the past seven years but is about to disappear and will not be reinstated. 2 Armored Warfare was first added to PlayStation in 2018 but after midnight on July 20 it will no longer be available. It is unclear why the PS4 game is being shut down. Several outlets are reporting it could be it costing more to maintain the servers and support the game then it makes on the last-generation PlayStation console. "Not only are running game servers expensive, but the game has to be maintained to prevent hacking and other security issues," reported "This is also not cheap." Armored Warfare is a free-to-play vehicular combat game currently run by Wishlist Games. The company took over the game from and Obsidian Entertainment, the original developers. Wishlist Games also publishes the title. 2 The free-to-play game first debuted back in 2015, but only on PC. Then in 2018, it was available on Xbox One and PS4. It never came to Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X, or PS5, but it is playable on all of these machines via backward compatibility. While it is not known how many PS4 gamers are still playing Armored Warfare in 2025, according to the PlayStation Store it remains popular. On the PlayStation Store it has more than 57,000 user reviews. Across all of these user reviews, the game's average score is 3.87 out of 5. Those on PS4 or PS5 that decide to check out Armored Warfare on PSN before it is shut down will need PlayStation Plus to play it, according to its PlayStation Store listing. There has not been any formal announcement, but the PlayStation Store listing has been updated with the following message: 'Attention: the game will be closed on July 30." The Sun has contacted PlayStation for comment. The loss of Armored Warfare comes as four other games are being axed from PlayStation Plus as part of a huge shake-up to the digital library. Sony warned gamers that the titles will be removed in days – leaving millions of subscribers with a fast-approaching deadline to download or lose out. But there's a silver lining – six surprise freebies have just landed for members, offering new adventures to dive into. Fans have until August 6 to claim this month's PS Plus Essential games before they're replaced. The titles getting the boot are: Boarderlands 3 NHL 24 Among Us Tiny Tina's Wonderlands (Next-Level Edition). The six freebies being added are Doki Doki Literature Club Plus, The Forgotten City, LISA: Definitive Edition, ANIMAL WELL, Neon White and A Space for the Unbound. From psychological horror to time travel, SIX freebies have something for everyone Each of the six freebies listed above are available for a limited time, with some offers set to expire by the end of July, while others will remain free into August. The full list and redemption deadlines can be found in the PlayStation Store's promotions tab. For some, the departure of big-name titles like Borderlands 3 and Tiny Tina's Wonderlands will sting. Both games remain hugely popular among co-op fans and looter-shooter lovers. That said, the newly added indies offer a fresh chance to try critically acclaimed titles that might have flown under the radar. From psychological horror in Doki Doki Literature Club Plus, pictured above, to time-travelling mystery in The Forgotten City, there's something for every taste – and no excuse not to explore them while they're free. This comes after a PlayStation game mysteriously vanished from various global PS stores without warning. The PS4 exclusive game Entwined, which Sony published in 2014, has abruptly exited the UK PlayStation Store, the US PlayStation Store, and the European PlayStation Store. The game's profile still appears in the UK store, but with the tag: "Not available for purchase". Strangely, the title is still available on the Japanese PlayStation Store and PS Plus Extra. Concrete Genie, a 2019 release by the same Sony-owned studio Pixelopus and the only other published game from the studio, remains available on the PlayStation store. Pixelopus was shut down by Sony in 2023. Sony has made no comment on the removal of Entwined, first reported by Comic Book.
Hypebeast
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Xbox Rolls Back Price Following Fan Pushback
Summary In a significant victory for consumer advocacy,Xboxhas officially reversed its controversial decision to price upcoming first-party titles at $80 USD. Following widespread backlash from the gaming community,Microsoftconfirmed today that its full-priced holiday releases, including the highly anticipatedThe Outer Worlds 2,will now launch at $69.99 USD, aligning with current market conditions. The initial announcement in May 2025 that Xbox's major titles, starting withThe Outer Worlds 2would jump to an $80 price point sparked immediate and fervent criticism from players. Many argued against the price increase, especially for a game like Obsidian Entertainment's RPG, which some felt might not justify a premium tier traditionally reserved for massive blockbusters. The move also saw Xbox following Nintendo, which had recently launchedMario Kart Worldat $80 USD for the Switch 2. The swift reversal by Xbox suggests a direct response to consumer sentiment. Reports indicate that early pre-order numbers forThe Outer Worlds 2may have been lower than anticipated, signaling consumer unwillingness to embrace the new pricing model. Obsidian Entertainment even acknowledged the feedback with a humorous in-universe social media post, joking about 'revising the price' after receiving 'SOS via skip drone' from players. Microsoft's statement confirmed that those who pre-orderedThe Outer Worlds 2at $80 USD will receive refunds. This decision also impacts other major 2025 holiday releases from Xbox, which will now also adhere to the $69.99 USD standard. Earlier this year, Microsoft made the announcement to increase the prices of games for the holiday season. However, it has since backfired. In a recent statement, Microsoft said, 'We understand that these changes are challenging, and they were made with careful consideration given market conditions and the rising cost of development. Looking ahead, we continue to focus on offering more ways to play more games across any screen and ensuring value for Xbox players.' While some in the industry have pointed to rising development costs as a justification for price hikes, Microsoft's quick backtrack underscores the power of collective player feedback in influencing corporate decisions. This development leaves the door open for other publishers, including Sony, to re-evaluate their own pricing strategies in response to strong consumer pushback. Good news to hear. Games should not be $80 — Freeman_san (@Freeman_Sans)July 23, 2025
CNET
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- CNET
The Outer Worlds 2 Walks Back $80 Price, Now Launching at $70
The Outer Worlds 2 from Obsidian Entertainment was set to be the third game to follow the trend started by Mario Kart World of having a launch price of $80. Instead, it's another game that saw a price reduction after the initial announcement. Last month, The Outer Worlds 2 was one of the big titles shown at the Xbox Games Showcase and even had its own dedicated show after the event. Obisidan revealed the release date of Oct. 29 and the hefty price tag of $80, but the developer has since changed its mind, deciding to go to the standard price of $70 for AAA games. "We have received your SOS via skip drone about the pricing. As an organization devoted to making sure that corporations do not go unfettered, we at the Earth Directorate have worked with [REDACTED] to revise the price of The Outer Worlds 2," the developer said in a Bluesky post Wednesday. Dear Galactic Citizens! We have received your SOS via skip drone about the pricing. As an organization devoted to making sure that corporations do not go unfettered, we at the Earth Directorate have worked with [REDACTED] to revise the price of The Outer Worlds 2. [image or embed] — Obsidian (@ July 23, 2025 at 10:02 AM The $80 price tag for new games caused quite an uproar when Nintendo revealed the pricing for Mario Kart World for the Switch 2 in April. There were questions on whether this was company greed or maybe a side effect of President Donald Trump's tariffs. In May, Borderlands 4 from Gearbox Entertainment followed suit with the $80 price point after it was announced to be coming to the Switch 2. Publisher 2K Games updated the price to $70 last month. Whether the outrage over the $80 price was too much for 2K Games and Obsidian Entertainment is debatable, but the price of games will have to increase again across the board. It's just a matter of when. The highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI from Rockstar Games is one title that some experts are expecting not only to surpass the $80 price tag but to jump to possibly $100. The open-world crime game was set to release this year but it has since been pushed to May 2026. GTA 6 has a reported budget of more than $1 billion, which could make a higher price tag necessary to recoup the cost of development.
Express Tribune
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Xbox lowers The Outer Worlds 2 price after community concerns over planned $80 launch price
Microsoft has reversed its decision to price The Outer Worlds 2 game at $79.99, confirming the title will now launch at $69.99 in line with existing game prices. The Outer Worlds 2, developed by Obsidian Entertainment, was initially set to become the first Xbox title priced at $79.99 in the United States. Microsoft began accepting pre-orders at the higher price but confirmed the adjustment this week. The game is due for release on October 29, including availability on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Game Pass. In a statement shared with media outlets, Xbox said, 'We're focused on bringing players incredible worlds to explore, and will keep our full priced holiday releases, including The Outer Worlds 2, at $69.99 – in line with current market conditions.' Obsidian Entertainment acknowledged the pricing change on its social media platforms, notifying players who pre-ordered the game at $79.99 that they will receive a $10 refund through the point of purchase. Refund notifications are expected to be sent automatically, with processing times varying depending on the retailer. Previously, Microsoft had announced plans to increase the price of some first-party titles due to market conditions and development costs. The original The Outer Worlds was priced at $60 at launch, and the proposed price increase led to discussion within the gaming community about rising costs in the industry. Players interested in The Outer Worlds 2 will now be able to purchase the title at $69.99 when it launches, with Microsoft maintaining its commitment to align pricing with current market standards.
