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Grounded 2: 100 Reasons to Run in the Rot and Ruin Update

Grounded 2 receives a major update with new content and significant reductions in PC install size.

By · Published October 21, 2026  18:40 UTC · Updated October 21, 2026  19:24 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: Grounded 2 receives a major update with new content and significant reductions in PC install size.
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The Rot and Ruin update for Grounded 2 has introduced a new area called the Woodpile, along with returning content such as the Termites and Centipede Boss. A new Buggy Mount has also been added to the game.

Xbox Achievements and Xbox Wire reported on the update's availability and new features. Neowin highlighted the reduction in install size.

The update is available now, bringing new content to players and reducing the storage requirements for PC players.

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What is the Rot and Ruin update for Grounded 2?

The update includes new content such as the Woodpile area, returning Termites and Centipede Boss, and a new Buggy Mount.

What has been reduced in the PC install size?

The PC install size has been reduced by 51%.

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