New Xbox Game Pass Co-Op Title Makes a Remarkable Impact
The recently launched co-op game for Xbox Game Pass, Grounded 2, quickly rises in popularity, achieving notable player engagement.
Grounded 2 has achieved a spot in the top 10 most played games on Xbox, demonstrating its popularity among players since its early access launch. It made its debut on July 29 for Xbox Series X/S and PC as part of Xbox Game Pass’s day-one offerings, which has substantially increased its player base.
Xbox’s Most Played Games as of August 8, 2025
- Fortnite
- Roblox
- Call of Duty
- Minecraft
- Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege X
- Grand Theft Auto 5 (Xbox One)
- Rocket League
- NBA 2K25 (Xbox Series X/S)
- EA Sports College Football 26
- Grounded 2
“Grounded 2 (Game Preview) is the #9 Most Played Game on Xbox.”
— Klobrille
2025-08-08T10:26:54.478Z
By August 8, just 10 days since its launch, Grounded 2 reached 9th place on Microsoft’s most-played list and has shown strong player engagement compared to leading titles like Fortnite and Roblox. Additionally, data from Steam indicates a solid reception on PC, with 8,700 user reviews categorizing the game as ‘Mostly Positive.’ Its peak player count on Steam reached nearly 49,000, underscoring its popularity despite some drop-off after the initial launch phase. As development continues, further updates are planned to enhance the gameplay experience.
