Graveyard Keeper 2 Troubleshooting
Real problems from real players — each one as symptom, likely blocker and the next check to run.
This page exists because launch weeks break games and guides lie about it. Each entry below starts from a problem players actually reported on the official forums during the demo window. Causes marked unconfirmed are exactly that — this page updates as launch data confirms mechanisms. Last verified: 2026-09-21 (demo build). Re-check after the 2026-09-22 launch..
"Gratitude stuck at 10"
- Symptom — a gratitude-style counter stops rising despite completing actions (reported on the official forums).
- Likely blocker — unconfirmed: a quest gate or a daily cap on the source.
- Next check — open the Quests tab and look for an active requirement tied to the counter; re-verify after a full in-game day cycle.
"Sleep doesn't help insanity"
- Symptom — the insanity-style meter doesn't clear after sleeping (forum-reported during the demo).
- Likely blocker — unconfirmed: sleep restores energy, not the mind — a different activity or item may be required.
- Next check — test a non-sleep recovery option and watch the meter; check the official forum thread for post-launch fixes.
"Green Thumb perk doesn't seem to work"
- Symptom — a nature perk appears to have no effect (reported on the official forums).
- Likely blocker — unconfirmed: perk applies to a narrower action than expected, or needs a relog to register.
- Next check — measure a fixed action count with and without the perk equipped; if identical, report it on the forums.
Generic stuck-points
| Symptom | First check | Then |
|---|---|---|
| Can't place a building | Rotation ([R]) and ground clearance in build mode | Check tech prerequisites in the tree |
| Counter not rising | Confirm the action matches the counter's colour/activity | Re-verify after an in-game day cycle |
| Quest won't advance | Quests tab: look for an unmet requirement line | Talk to the marked NPC again after reloading |
| Performance hiccups | Official minimum specs on the store page | Cap background apps; re-verify after patches |
Before you blame the bug
Launch-week builds change daily. If a value on this site contradicts your game, your build is newer — tell us which page and what you saw. Verified corrections get stamped and shipped fast.
FAQ
Common questions about this topic.
Why is my gratitude stuck at 10 in Graveyard Keeper 2?
Players reported this during the demo window. The exact gate is unconfirmed — check the Quests tab for tied requirements and re-test after an in-game day; this page updates with launch data.
Why doesn't sleeping fix insanity?
Forum reports say sleep doesn't clear it. Likely a separate recovery mechanic (unconfirmed) — test non-sleep options and watch the meter.
The Green Thumb perk seems broken — is it?
It's a real forum report. Measure the perk's effect on a fixed action count; if nothing changes, it may be bugged or narrower than described (unconfirmed).
Where do I report bugs?
The official Steam forum and the developer's official channels — links live on the Steam store page.