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State of Decay 3 Mixes the Second Game’s Systemic Features With the “Heart and Soul” of the First
Undead Labs studio head Philip Holt discussed State of Decay 3, stating it will combine the systemic features of State of Decay 2 with the 'heart and soul' of the original. The game is set years in the future with more dangerous zombie threats and will feature a larger, shared open world. Alpha playtests are scheduled to begin next month.
State of Decay 3 lead says the game only existed in a Word document when its reveal trailer dropped 6 years ago:…
Jeff Holt, Studio Head for State of Decay 3 at Undead Labs, revealed that the game was in a very early conceptual stage, existing primarily as a Word document, when its initial reveal trailer was released six years ago. He confirmed that the previously shown zombie deer will not be included in the final game, but emphasized that the team is focusing on core survival mechanics and community building for the upcoming title.
Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown Review | TheXboxHub
Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown is a strategy-driven survival game that places players in command of the USS Voyager, tasking them with navigating the Delta Quadrant and finding a way home. While it excels in its interconnected systems, narrative choices, and ship management, it is held back by uneven combat, technical issues, and a reliance on random chance for key decisions.
Coming Out in gaming this week — April 6, 2026
Several new games are set to release in the week of April 6, 2026. Highlights include the turn-based RPG musical 'People of Note' and the space exploration game 'Starfield' for PlayStation 5. Other notable releases span genres like casual simulation, action-platformer, action-adventure, and city-building across PC and multiple consoles.
Sefton Asylum Announced For PC, Inspired by H.P. Lovecraft's Herbert West-Reanimator
Sefton Asylum, a new game inspired by H.P. Lovecraft's Herbert West-Reanimator, has been announced for PC. The title combines elements of job simulation, exploration, and survival gameplay.
Timberborn Review – Best Beaver City Builder with Water Management | Invision Game Community
Timberborn is a unique city-building game where players manage a colony of intelligent beavers in a post-human world, with water management being the central mechanic. The game challenges players to balance wet seasons for resource gathering with devastating droughts, requiring careful environmental engineering and strategic planning. Despite a steep learning curve and occasional UI clunkiness, Timberborn offers a deep, rewarding, and highly replayable experience, earning a 9 out of 10.
State of Decay 3 Playtest Signups
Undead Labs has opened signups for playtesting State of Decay 3, the upcoming installment in their zombie survival series. This announcement comes as a surprise, indicating a new phase of development for the game.
All Will Fall Launches on Steam With Physics-Based City Building and Vertical Survival
All Will Fall, a physics-based city builder with vertical survival elements, has launched on Steam for $29.99, with a 15% discount available. Developed by All Parts Connected and published by tinyBuild, the game challenges players to build towering settlements in a flooded world, balancing expansion, infrastructure, and faction needs. It features eight official scenarios, a sandbox mode, Steam Workshop integration, and a community map editor at launch.
State of Decay 3 Alpha playtests have been announced
State of Decay 3 has announced alpha playtests will begin next month for players who sign up on the official website. Future playtests are planned throughout 2026, featuring 4-player co-op, base building, and combat mechanics. The zombie survival game was initially announced six years ago for Xbox Series X and PC, with a major re-reveal in 2024.
Wasteland Bites Out Now
Wasteland Bites, a horror-themed food truck simulator with survival elements, is now available on PC via Steam for $9.99, with a 20% launch discount. The game challenges players to manage a food truck in a post-apocalyptic world, fending off mutants and serving bizarre meals to strange customers.
State of Decay 3 Alpha Tests Announced
Xbox Game Studios and Undead Labs have announced that alpha tests for State of Decay 3 will begin in May, with registration open on the game's official website. The tests will feature four-player co-op, new base-building mechanics, and combat. State of Decay 3 is set for release on Xbox Series X and PC.
tinyBuild’s Post-Apocalyptic City Builder ALL WILL FALL Is Out Now on Steam, Bringing Physics-Based Destruction and High-Stakes Survival
The post-apocalyptic survival city builder ALL WILL FALL is now available on Steam, developed by All Parts Connected and published by tinyBuild. The game features physics-based destruction, vertical city building in an oceanic world, and over 100 hours of gameplay across various scenarios and a sandbox mode. It also includes Steam Workshop integration and a community map editor from launch.
Ascenders: Beyond the Peak has my attention with vertical turn-based roguelite survival
Ascenders: Beyond The Peak is an upcoming exploration roguelite that blends turn-based climbing with expedition management and permanent consequences. The game features unique rope physics for team connection and challenging moral choices, with an Early Access release planned for Q3 2026 on PC.
What We Played – Life is Strange: Reunion, The Division: Resurgence & Legacy of Kain: Ascendance
Several outlets shared their recent gaming experiences, including The Division: Resurgence on mobile, South of Midnight, and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. Reviews are also in progress for Life is Strange: Reunion, Icarus, Ghost Master, and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, with other titles like Crimson Desert and Resident Evil Village also being played.
State of Decay 3 Is Back From The Dead, And You Might Be Able To Play It Soon
Undead Labs has announced an upcoming alpha test for State of Decay 3, with sign-ups now open. The zombie apocalypse survival game, first revealed in 2020, will feature four-player co-op, new base-building mechanics, and combat. The alpha playtest is scheduled to begin in May, with further testing opportunities planned throughout the year.
Demos and Freebies
The demo for the first-person colony simulation game Medieval Frontiers is now available on Steam for PC. The game challenges players to build settlements and manage production in a medieval wilderness, blending strategy with survival elements.
Unknown Worlds Announces Subnautica Free Weekend and 75% Discount Promotion
Unknown Worlds is offering a free weekend for Subnautica on Steam and the Epic Games Store from April 2-6, with a separate free play event on Xbox from April 9-12. The promotion coincides with a 75% discount on Subnautica and Subnautica: Below Zero on PC platforms and a 50% discount on Xbox. This event precedes the upcoming Early Access launch of Subnautica 2, which will feature Unreal Engine 5 visuals and optional co-op for up to four players.
Subnautica is free to play this weekend, and the subaquatic survival all-timer has a hefty discount to boot
Subnautica is available to play for free this weekend until April 6th, with both the original game and Subnautica Below Zero receiving a 75% discount, bringing their price down to $7.49 / £6.49. This promotion coincides with the ramp-up of marketing for Subnautica 2, which is set to enter early access in May.
Medieval Frontiers Hits 100,000 Wishlists; Full Release in Q2 2026 🛡️🌲
Medieval Frontiers has surpassed 100,000 wishlists, highlighting player interest in its blend of deep management simulation and first-person survival. Developed by Active Fungus Studios and published by PlayWay SA, the game is scheduled for a PC release in the second quarter of 2026. A demo is currently available on Steam.
Rabbit Comes Home: Roguelite Tower Defense Announced for Steam
ZIPSTED, an indie studio founded by Edgar Letner, has announced Rabbit Comes Home, a sci-fi survival roguelite tower defense game. Players will manage resources and defend their ship while attempting to return to Earth. The game is slated for a 2026 release on PC, Mac, and Steam Deck via Steam.
