State of Decay 3 is progressing smoothly: development is going very well

Xbox assures to be very satisfied with the progress of the expected return of the zombie saga.

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Announced in 2020 as one of the major projects of Xbox Game Studios, State of Decay 3 has been keeping a low profile for years. The lack of visible updates had raised doubts among part of the community, but Microsoft has wanted to send a clear message: development is progressing correctly and the game is evolving in a very positive way.

The one who has given voice to this update is Craig Duncan, head of Xbox Game Studios, during an interview with GamesRadar+. Although he avoided confirming whether the title will be shown publicly in 2026, he did convey a high degree of confidence in the work of Undead Labs.

Microsoft has already played State of Decay 3 and the result is promising

According to Duncan, he has visited the studio on several occasions over the past few months and has been able to play State of Decay 3 personally with the development team. His assessment was clear: the project is “going really well” and the internal enthusiasm for the future of the franchise is high.

Although no specific details have been shared about mechanics, structure, or release window, these statements serve to alleviate any concerns about potential internal problems. Xbox insists that the potential of the saga remains intact and that the game’s progress justifies the prolonged silence.

For now, State of Decay 3 is still scheduled for Xbox Series and PC, and will be part of the Xbox catalog from its release. Everything points to 2026 being an important year to start seeing it in action, although Microsoft prefers to exercise caution and not advance deadlines until it is ready to show it in suitable conditions.