Undead Labs Becomes Independent Studio
- Announcement: Undead Labs has officially separated from Xbox and is now operating as an independent, employee-owned game development studio.
- Project Update: Development on State of Decay 3 is actively ongoing, with the game currently in alpha. The team aims to enter a closed beta by the end of the year.
- Layoffs: The transition comes with the difficult news of significant layoffs affecting many colleagues at the studio.
Notable Comments
- Undead Labs expressed a bittersweet sentiment, acknowledging the challenges of the company’s restructuring while eyeing a promising future post-independence.
Context
- Previously under Microsoft, Undead Labs faced uncertainty about the future of State of Decay 3. Despite setbacks, the studio’s decision to go independent is viewed as a potential catalyst for renewed growth and creativity.
For additional information, State of Decay 3 has had a rocky development history but remains a highly anticipated title in the survival genre. The team’s determination to continue development despite corporate changes suggests a strong commitment to delivering the game to fans.
