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"We basically rewrote the entire State of Decay game": Undead Labs spent years trying to make State of Decay 3 into a full-blown zombie apocalypse MMO
Undead Labs spent years developing State of Decay 3 as a full-scale zombie apocalypse MMO, a vision initially held by founder Jeff Strain. After a significant pivot in late 2022, the studio rewrote the game to return to the scale of its predecessors. This pivot, coupled with Xbox cutting ties, led to layoffs but allowed the studio to secure new publishing support.
The Walking Trade: How I Built a Shop Simulator Without Ever Playing One
The Walking Trade, a store management game set in a zombie apocalypse, has launched on Xbox Series X|S. Developed by a solo creator who drew inspiration from tycoon games rather than playing shop simulators, the game challenges players to stock shelves, set prices, and defend their store from zombie hordes. The narrative also features a survivor named Robin, who is based on the developer's son and has become a fan favorite.
Marvel Zombies is returning for three specials focusing on the Winter Soldier, Moon Knight, and a Guardian of the Galaxy
Marvel Zombies is returning for three animated specials on Disney+ starting in Halloween 2027. The specials will focus on "The Winter Soldier" in 2027, "The Fist of Khonshu" in 2028, and "The Last Guardian" in 2029. Director Brian Andrews is returning for these new installments.
State of Decay 3 is building a deeper survival community, one now free from Xbox
Undead Labs has announced that State of Decay 3 is now an independent studio, free from Xbox ownership, and has reaffirmed its 2027 release date. This move comes after recent layoffs at Xbox, but the studio is committed to its community management and survival gameplay. The game is still slated for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, and will launch on Xbox Game Pass.
Raise The Dead – And The Profits – In Graveyard Keeper 2
Graveyard Keeper 2 has launched for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC, priced at £20.99. Developed by Lazy Bear Games and published by tinyBuild, the sequel expands on the original's management simulation formula with new features like zombie automation, town rebuilding, and undead warfare.
Despite 3 years of no updates, Zack Snyder still wants to make a Rick and Morty movie
Director Zack Snyder has expressed continued interest in making a feature-length Rick and Morty movie, a project previously discussed with co-creator Dan Harmon. Snyder also mentioned other potential projects, including an adaptation of Ayn Rand's 'The Fountainhead' and a comic book series titled 'Dead Samurai.' His latest film, 'The Last Photograph,' received negative reactions.
God Save Birmingham New Preview: This Medieval Zombie Apocalypse Is Steadily Finding Its Vision
Ocean Drive Studios, Inc. is refining its medieval zombie apocalypse survival game, God Save Birmingham. While early builds were uninteresting, the latest iteration shows improved tone and investment in its survival story, with developers hoping further feedback will solidify its vision.
State of Decay 3 Closed Beta Scheduled for Later This Year
Undead Labs has announced that State of Decay 3 will enter a closed beta later this year, following its closed alpha phase. Creative director Kevin Patzelt confirmed that the beta will include improvements to combat, cosmetics, movement, and visual fidelity based on alpha feedback. The game is set to launch in 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, featuring survival mechanics, base building, and untethered multiplayer.
Quarantine Zone: The Last Check Review | TheXboxHub
Quarantine Zone: The Last Check is a simulation game where players act as a guard at a zombie apocalypse checkpoint, deciding whether individuals are infected or healthy. The game combines inspection gameplay with light base management, offering a campaign and endless mode. While praised for its atmosphere and clever premise, the repetitive nature of the core gameplay loop may eventually lead to waning interest for some players.
Quarantine Zone: The Last Check Joins Xbox and Game Pass – Can You Hold the Line?
Quarantine Zone: The Last Check, a strategy and survival simulation game, has launched on Xbox Series X|S and is available on PC via Game Pass. Developed by Brigada Games and published by Devolver Digital, the game challenges players to manage a military checkpoint during a zombie apocalypse, making difficult decisions about who to let in and managing resources.
Codename CURE II Storms Steam July 24, Bringing a Day-One DLC Pack
Codename CURE II, a free-to-play cooperative first-person shooter, is set to launch on Steam on July 24, 2026. Developed by Raptor Byte and published by indie.io, the game will also feature a Combat Specialist Pack DLC at launch. The game supports five-player squads or offline play with AI bots, featuring dynamic objective-based missions and class-based combat.
Zombuds Playtest
Gamecraft Studios has announced that a playtest is currently underway for their upcoming game, Zombuds. This unique tycoon game tasks players with establishing a cannabis business amidst a zombie apocalypse.
New VR shooter from the creators of Hellsplit: Arena
Cute & Dead, a new VR shooter from the creators of Hellsplit: Arena, is set to launch on the Meta Store in July 2026 for various Meta Quest headsets, with a PCVR release planned for the second half of 2026. The game combines fast-paced zombie combat with collectible elements and a dating-sim twist, where players rescue girls during a zombie apocalypse.
God Save Birmingham closed beta takes place next week
Ocean Drive Studio has announced that the closed beta for God Save Birmingham will run from June 22nd to June 29th. This beta will allow players to test survival mechanics, combat, crafting, and environmental interactions in a medieval city overrun by zombies. The full game will feature online multiplayer, but the beta will focus on the solo experience.
State of Decay 3 reveals 2027 release and PS5 port
Xbox Game Studios and Undead Labs have announced that State of Decay 3 is now slated for a 2027 release. The game will be available on Windows PC, Xbox Series X, and for the first time, PlayStation 5. The sequel focuses on community survival against a new zombie evolution.
The Walking Trade Gets Drop Dead Docks Update; Roadmap Revealed
Microwave Games and PlayWay SA have released the 'Drop Dead Docks' update for their zombie apocalypse shop simulator, The Walking Trade. This update adds a new location for time-limited contracts and introduces decorative rewards. A roadmap also outlines future content including full controller and Steam Deck support in May/June, rooftop farming in late summer, and a bunker exploration update by the end of 2026.
Marauding minotaurs, more CloverPit and other new indie games worth checking out
This article rounds up several new and upcoming indie games, highlighting titles like the roguelite Minos, the CloverPit DLC Unholy Fusion, and the battle royale typing game Final Sentence. It also features previews for People of Note, Tamashika, Nippets, Dead As Disco, Call of the Elder Gods, and Long Gone, covering their gameplay, platforms, and release details.
Triple-I Initiative Showcase 2026: Castlevania, Dead As Disco, And Every Game Shown
The Triple-I Initiative Showcase featured 40 game announcements, including world premieres and DLC for existing titles. Highlights included new looks at Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, Dead as Disco, and Windrose, alongside reveals for games like Final Sentence and Crop. Several titles announced release dates or entered early access, with many coming to PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Persist Online officially starts its latest pre-alpha playtest, running through this weekend
The latest pre-alpha playtest for the zombie apocalypse MMO Persist Online, developed by CipSoft, has officially begun and will run through Sunday, April 12th. This playtest introduces features such as graphics updates, a resource node mechanic, and new map areas, building upon prior patches that included tutorial improvements and bug fixes.
God Save Birmingham Preview: As if Surviving Medieval Times Wasn’t Difficult Enough, Now You’ve Got Zombies to Deal With Too
God Save Birmingham aims to innovate the zombie survival genre by blending a medieval setting with a post-apocalyptic threat. Early previews at PAX East 2026 highlighted a unique survival experience focused on scavenging and crafting, despite some pre-alpha build bugs.