Surviving the micro-world of Grounded 2 hinges on mastering crafting mechanics. While basic tools are accessible early, unlocking superior equipment requires expanding your cognitive abilities through the Brainpower system. This progression system governs recipe discovery, rewarding players who thoroughly investigate their environment.
Brainpower reflects your avatar’s mastery of materials and schematics. Elevating this stat reveals blueprints for advanced gear. Progress demands systematic analysis of resources at Ranger Station laboratories – each unique item examined contributes XP toward higher Brainpower tiers (up to level 9). Combat and exploration yield necessary materials for these analyses.
Progression Through Material Analysis
Crafting Milestones by Cognitive Rank
Revised blueprint unlock structure across Brainpower tiers:
| Tier Level | Unlocked Craftables |
|---|---|
| 9 | Landing Platform, Volatile Power Core, Snail Helmet, Snail Chestplate, Snail Leg Armor |
| 8 | Frostbite Dagger, Monarch Crown, Butterfly Vestment, Winged Footwear |
| 7 | Apiary Shoulder Guards, Venom Lance, Pollinator Greaves, Beekeeper Helm, Shock Arrows |
| 6 | ORC Module, Ladybug Shield, Ladybug Helmet, Ladybug Breastplate, Ladybug Leg Plates, Precision Arrows |
| 5 | Drying Rack, Silk Leg Armor, Silk Pauldrons, Twin Blades, Flash Grenade, Arachnid Hood |
| 4 | Scarlet Buckler, Ant Crusher, Ant Totem, Respirator |
| 3 | Crimson Leg Guards, Herbicide Sprayer, Blender Station, Ant Bracers, Ant Helm, Ruby Blade |
| 2 | Grub Spear, Shield Beetle, Hydration Pack, Water Cask |
| 1 | Leaf Hood, Pebble Mallet, Basic Arrows, Cloak, Grass Legwraps |
