Lag in Grounded 2? Learn to Fix

Grounded 2, the sequel to Obsidian Entertainment's beloved survival title, shrinks players once again into a backyard filled with oversized bugs and hidden dangers. Set for early access in July 2025, the game expands on its predecessor with deeper survival mechanics, new traversal tools, and advanced multiplayer cooperation. But whether you're going solo or joining up to three friends online, the game demands smooth coordination and real-time reaction—something lag can completely ruin. Many players are struggling with how to solve this issue.

Network Connection: The Main Cause of Grounded 2 Lag

Cause of Lag

In the original Grounded, players often struggled with noticeable lag during co-op sessions, especially when joining others' games. Common symptoms included:

• Delayed attack animations or tool usage
• Enemies "teleporting" during combat
• Structures or items taking seconds to appear
• Sync issues when collecting resources or interacting with the world

Players with some in-depth understanding of the game's multiplayer mechanics may know that these issues primarily stem from Grounded's P2P (peer-to-peer) connection architecture, where one player acts as the host while others connect as clients. This design works well on local area networks, but will fail if network conditions are poor, the host is unstable, or players are geographically too far apart. Unfortunately, Grounded 2 retains this same multiplayer structure, meaning similar issues are back if the underlying conditions remain the same.

Simple Solution

I assume you don't want to spend too much time fixing network latency, so GearUP might be the perfect solution for you. Simply put, your lag comes from connection routing issues, and GearUP can analyze your network to match you with the best possible route—automatically switching in real-time. This means if you experience sudden ping spikes mid-game, GearUP will handle it instantly without requiring you to stop and tweak settings. With just one click, you can optimize your connection anytime.

Step 1: Click here to download GearUP.

Step 2: Search for Grounded 2 and start boosting—no network configuration required.

Step 3: Check your network status, launch the game, and begin your adventure.  

Hardware-Based Lag: It's Not Always the Network

Lag isn't always caused by your internet. In many cases, it's your PC that's struggling to keep up. If you experience lag even in single-player mode, it's almost certainly a hardware lag. But first, please check if your system meets Grounded 2's recommended specifications:

• Processor: 64-bit required (AMD Ryzen 5 5600X / Intel i7-10700K or equivalent)
• Operating System: Windows 10/11 (latest updates installed)
• Memory: 16 GB RAM
• Graphics: AMD RX 6800 XT / NVIDIA RTX 3080 (or comparable)
• DirectX: Version 12
• Storage: 40 GB available space

If your system meets the requirements, then check the following possible causes:

Typical Culprits

• Overloaded CPU: When rendering environments or handling insect hordes, a weak processor can bottleneck performance.
• GPU limitations: High graphical settings can overwhelm older graphics cards, causing frame drops.
• Memory shortages: Insufficient or fragmented RAM can delay in-game loading or cause hitching.
• Slow storage: Installing the game on a traditional HDD rather than an SSD can drastically affect texture and map loading times.

Solutions

• Install the game on an SSD
• Close background apps before playing
• Lower graphical settings to reduce system load
• Keep drivers and Windows updated

Additional Considerations

• Use a Wired Connection (Ethernet Cable): Wi-Fi can be unstable—plugging in directly with an Ethernet cable gives the smoothest connection.  
• Restart Your Router Regularly: Routers slow down over time. Restarting weekly helps clear hidden slowdowns.  
• Close Background Apps & Downloads: Streaming, updates, or big downloads steal bandwidth. Close them before gaming for better speed.  
• Upgrade Your Router (If Old): Older routers struggle with modern games. A Wi-Fi 5/Wi-Fi 6 router (from the last 5 years) works much better.  
• Sit Closer to Your Router (Wi-Fi Users): Walls and distance weaken signals. Move closer or remove obstacles for a stronger connection.  

Conclusion

Grounded 2 is more ambitious and complex than its predecessor—and that includes how it handles performance. Lag can come from both your system and your network, and diagnosing the root cause is the first step toward a fix. When the issue is online latency, GearUP Booster is a reliable, powerful solution that helps stabilize multiplayer performance. Don't let lag ruin your tiny survival journey—optimize and enjoy the backyard like never before!