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Grounded update 1.4.2

Another update went live for Grounded this week, and version 1.4.2 is out now.

The patch brings along technical improvements, some changes, and more. One of the more notable things here is that loading a saved game takes less time now, and it’s 60+ seconds faster. Asset popping is also reduced along with short draw distanced in the Sandbox.

The full rundown of the update is as follows:

Grounded update 1.4.1

Grounded gained a new version 1.4.1 update on all platforms this week, including Switch.

A bunch of different changes and fixes are included with some that are specific to Nintendo’s console. Worth noting, performance has been improved – though that’s just the tip of the iceberg with the patch.

Here’s the full rundown:

Grounded frame rate resolution

Grounded recently appeared on Switch, and Digital Foundry now gives us a closer look at the technical side of things with a new analysis, including frame rate and resolution. We also get to find out about visual differences made to get the game running on the system.

Here’s the full roundup of tidbits:

Grounded gameplay

Grounded has now been made available on Switch, and gameplay has come in. This marks the second release from Xbox and Obsidian following Pentiment. 

Catch up on everything you need to know in the following overview:

Grounded: Fully Yoked Edition is almost here on Switch, and we have a new launch trailer. The title will be reaching Nintendo’s console with all previously released content updates along with new ant queens, New Game+, and an array of exciting new gear.

More information can be found in the following overview:

Grounded physical

Grounded, the next Xbox-published game coming to Switch, is now confirmed for physical release. As was the case with Pentiment, Limited Run Games is handling distribution.

Grounded will have a standard version and collector’s edition. With the latter, in addition to a copy of the game, you’ll get a special box, 4×6 frame that includes ten swappable art cards, a USB cassette tape soundtrack, a CD soundtrack, dice set, stickers, art book, Mant minitures, and Hopes sweatbands.

Pentiment gameplay

Pentiment has come to Switch following its announcement yesterday, and we have gameplay. This is one of the latest releases on the platform from Xbox Game Studios.

You can find some information about the title in the following overview:

Pentiment physical

Pentiment was announced for Switch today, and it didn’t take long for a physical release to be confirmed. Limited Run Games will be handling distribution.

Only a standard version will be offered. However, this is still very notable as it’s the first time the game is receiving a physical release.

Grounded

Xbox Game Studios and Obsidian Entertainment will be releasing Grounded on Switch, the two sides announced today. The title is slated for April 16, 2024.

Grounded is a first-person multiplayer survival adventure game. Additional details can be found in the following overview:

Pentiment

Originally released on Xbox, Pentiment is now heading to Switch. Xbox Game Studios and Obsidian Entertainment revealed the port today which is actually releasing tomorrow, February 22.

Pentiment is a historical narrative-driven game in which players control Andreas Maler, “a clever illustrator caught up in a series of murders in Tassing and Kiersau Abbey over the course of twenty five years.” Learn more about it in the following overview:


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