State of Decay 3
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State of Decay 3 “Nails the AAA Feel”, Might Show Up During June 7th XBOX Showcase – Rumor
According to a rumor from Jez Corden of Windows Central, State of Decay 3 is expected to be featured at the upcoming June 7th Xbox Showcase. The game is reportedly in private alpha testing and has achieved a polished 'AAA' feel, a significant improvement over its predecessor. While other Xbox Game Studios titles like those from Ninja Theory and Double Fine are unlikely to be shown due to early development stages, potential reveals include projects from Toys for Bob and InXile Entertainment, as well as a possible new Xbox Elite Controller.
Summer Game Fest 2026 and State of Play - every PS5, Xbox, and Nintendo rumour
This article compiles numerous rumors and predictions for upcoming announcements at Summer Game Fest, State of Play, and other gaming showcases. It covers potential reveals for games across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch platforms, including new titles, sequels, remakes, and DLC from major publishers like Sony, Microsoft, Nintendo, Ubisoft, and Capcom.
30 Biggest Potential Announcements from the Summer of Gaming
The Summer of Gaming is set to feature numerous potential announcements from major publishers and developers. Expected reveals include release dates for Gears of War: E-Day, Fable, and Phantom Blade Zero, new trailers for Grand Theft Auto 6 and Ananta, and potential reveals for remakes like Resident Evil: Code Veronica and Virtua Fighter Crossroads. Updates are also anticipated for games like OD, State of Decay 3, and Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra, alongside potential announcements for new titles and expansions across various franchises.
State of Play, Summer Game Fest, Xbox-showen – här är veckans spelshower
This week features a packed schedule of online gaming events as a replacement for E3, including PlayStation's State of Play, Summer Game Fest, and the Xbox Games Showcase. These events will showcase new game announcements, trailers, and gameplay, with potential reveals for titles like Grand Theft Auto VI and Gears of War: E-Day.
Xbox Games Showcase Won’t Feature Project Helix or Strategy Talk, Confirms Matt Booty
Xbox chief content officer Matt Booty confirmed that the upcoming Xbox Games Showcase on June 7th will not feature news about the next-generation Xbox console, codenamed Project Helix, nor will it include broad strategy discussions. The focus will be on games, with confirmed appearances including Gears of War: E-Day, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, and potentially Halo: Campaign Evolved, Clockwork Revolution, and State of Decay 3.
Forza Horizon 6 Proves Xbox Still Has One Franchise No One Can Touch
Forza Horizon 6 continues the franchise's streak of critical acclaim, earning high Metascores and praise for its visuals, gameplay, and open-world design in Japan. This consistent excellence stands in contrast to the struggles of other Xbox franchises like Halo and Gears of War. Playground Games' ability to deliver on fan expectations and maintain quality is highlighted as the key to Forza Horizon's enduring success.
Xbox Will 'Reevaluate' Its Game Exclusivity, Throwing Potential Doubt Over PS5 Ports
Xbox head Asha Sharma has confirmed that Microsoft will reevaluate its approach to video game exclusivity. This internal debate follows a trend of Xbox and PC titles releasing on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. While previously announced multiplatform releases are unlikely to be affected, future unannounced ports could be impacted by this strategic shift.
Announced, Delayed, Disappeared: The Games Still In Limbo
Numerous video games remain in limbo, with long development cycles and minimal updates causing concern among players. Titles like Beyond Good & Evil 2, The Wolf Among Us 2, and Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Remake have faced significant delays and development challenges. While some studios offer reassurances, the prolonged uncertainty surrounding these projects leaves their eventual release in doubt.
Fable’s Development Was Helped by Blizzard’s Cinematics Team
Microsoft Gaming's chief content officer Matt Booty revealed that Blizzard's cinematics team assisted Playground Games with Fable's development. This collaboration is part of a broader initiative to foster synergy between Xbox Game Studios, with other examples including Compulsion Games using Activision's MoCap studio and Rare helping Double Fine with multiplayer features. Fable is slated for a Fall release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Blizzard is assisting with Fable's cinematics, while the Sea of Thieves team is lending its expertise to quirky pottery brawler Kiln
Xbox's studios are collaborating on various projects, with Blizzard assisting Playground Games with Fable's cinematics and Rare lending multiplayer expertise to Double Fine's Kiln. This cross-studio support aims to leverage unique strengths without compromising individual studio cultures, as explained by Xbox's chief content officer Matt Booty.
MMO Week in Review: EQ Legends’ beta, Ashes of Creation’s drama
This week's MMO news roundup covers the upcoming closed beta for EverQuest Legends and ongoing legal drama surrounding Ashes of Creation. Several other titles like AdventureQuest Worlds Infinity, Dune Awakening, and Temtem Pioneers also saw significant updates or funding news.
Utmaning – vem tacklar arenan snabbast i Secrets of Grindea?
An "ISK-utmaning" (ISK challenge) is being held for Secrets of Grindea, where the player who completes the arena the fastest wins a t-shirt. The article also touches on other gaming news including reviews for Samson, potential Blizzard AAA shooter, and updates on Star Wars Eclipse and Tomb Raider remakes.
State of Decay 3 var "i ett Word-dokument" när första trailern släpptes
Undead Labs studio head Philip Holt revealed that the initial trailer for State of Decay 3 in 2020 was created before development began, with the game concept existing only in a Word document at the time. The studio has since progressed, with a new trailer released in summer 2024 and alpha testing commencing in May, though a release date remains unannounced.
'There wasn't really a game or team' when Undead Labs made the now-5-year-old State of Decay 3 reveal…
Undead Labs Studio Head Philip Holt revealed that the initial trailer for State of Decay 3, featuring a zombified deer, was created when the game and even the development team were still in very early conceptual stages. The trailer was pre-rendered and did not reflect actual planned gameplay elements like zombie animals, which will not be present in the final game. The announcement was reportedly made in 2020 at Microsoft's request to showcase potential Xbox Series X/S titles.
God of War Minigames Return? Mario's Prepping His Own A... | TAG
This article rounds up various gaming news including a Nintendo Switch bundle deal for Super Mario Galaxy, the studio head of State of Decay 3 clarifying that zombie animals from the reveal trailer are scrapped, and predictions of further memory price increases. It also touches on the upcoming The Backrooms movie, discussions about the return of sex minigames in God of War remakes, and a new game called Samson: A Tyndalston Story that aims to fill the Grand Theft Auto 6 itch.
State of Decay 3 is back from the dead, with new playtest to sign up too with development insight
Undead Labs has announced an alpha playtest for State of Decay 3, with sign-ups now available on the game's website. Development insights shared on the Sunny Games podcast reveal a shift towards more makeshift crafting and base building as the game progresses. The co-op experience has also been enhanced with server-based gameplay allowing for more seamless player integration and scaling difficulty.
"We're not doing zombie animals", says State of Decay 3 studio head, but you can turn a tea kettle into an undead-attracting bomb
Undead Labs studio head Philip Holt confirmed that State of Decay 3 will not feature zombie animals, contrary to its initial reveal trailer. He explained the trailer represented an early concept and that the game now focuses on crafting improvised weapons and devices from scavenged materials. The studio is researching detailed crafting mechanics, such as turning a tea kettle into a zombie-attracting explosive.
State Of Decay 3 Trailer Was Basically Fake As Dev Dashes Fan Hopes For Zombie Deer
Undead Labs has clarified that the 2020 trailer for State of Decay 3 was a conceptual 'hype video' and not representative of the game's actual development status. This statement dashes hopes for fans anticipating features like zombie deer, as the game is still in early development.
State of Decay 3 reveal trailer wasn't reflective of the actual game, says studio head
Philip Holt, studio head at Undead Labs, confirmed that the 2020 reveal trailer for State of Decay 3 was conceptual and will not feature zombie animals as initially shown. He explained that the trailer was pre-rendered by Blur when the development team was very small, representing early ideas rather than concrete game features. This clarification comes after reports of an alpha playtest and renewed focus on the game after a period of silence.
'No Zombie Deer' — State of Decay 3 2020 Announcement Trailer Was 'A Concept,' Dev Says, Made at a Time When the Game Was Only 'In a Word Document'
Undead Labs has clarified that State of Decay 3 will not feature zombie animals, despite the 2020 announcement trailer showcasing a zombie deer. The developer stated that the trailer represented a concept from a very early stage of development when the game was little more than an idea.