Big news for State of Decay fans: the third installment might not hit Game Pass as expected, thanks to some major shake-ups at Microsoft. With a whopping 3,200 layoffs affecting the Xbox division, Microsoft’s sweeping changes are causing ripples across its gaming landscape.
Undead Labs, the studio behind State of Decay 3, has been sold off, and with it, the game’s assured spot on Game Pass might be off the table. According to Game File, the deal frees the game from any Xbox-controlled terms, meaning its future on Game Pass now rests with its new owner, who will be revealed later this summer. While this doesn’t seal the fate of State of Decay 3 on Game Pass, Xbox would need to negotiate with the game’s new owner for that to happen.
State of Decay 3 was initially showcased as a day-one Game Pass title during Xbox’s Game Showcase. However, with the changes afoot, fans might need to adjust their expectations. If you’re curious about how other Xbox-related projects are faring amidst these changes, check out how Obsidian is navigating the Xbox shake-up.
Keep an eye out for more updates on the new ownership of Undead Labs and any potential announcements about State of Decay 3’s release plans!
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