State of Decay 3 is still in the shadows, and as the wait for the anticipated zombie title grows longer, there are already plenty of other zombie-based titles passing it up. Killing Floor 3 just launched, and Dying Light: The Beast is right around the corner, but this isn't all bad news for State of Decay 3.
Right now, there's no telling when State of Decay 3 will finally arrive, and with Dying Light: The Beast looming closer on the horizon, a strong competitor will get to launch ahead of it. Dying Light: The Beast is one of the most anticipated zombie games at the moment, as it marks the return of the franchise's original protagonist, Kyle Crane. As exciting as this upcoming title is, State of Decay 3 still has a big leg up on the competition in one regard: only one of these games is releasing day-one on Xbox Game Pass.
Grounded 2 is a Proving Ground for State of Decay 3's Multiplayer
State of Decay 3 may be a ways away, but hopeful fans should keep an eye on Grounded 2 because of the special relationship between the two.
State of Decay 3 Being a Day-One Xbox Game Pass Launch Already Gives it a Massive Boon
When Does Dying Light: The Beast Come Out?
- August 22, 2025.
- The game will be available for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
While the game will at least be available for Xbox consoles, not being a day-one Game Pass launch could keep it from reaching a wider audience. Of course, the game is bound to come to Game Pass eventually, but releasing on the subscription service right out of the gate has proven to be beneficial for a lot of titles. There are already high expectations for Dying Light: The Beast, thanks to the growing hype, but it makes one wonder if its launch could potentially be even better if Game Pass users could also get a slice of the pie.
State of Decay 3's Game Pass Launch Makes it the More Accessible Zombie Title for Xbox Users
It's important to note that State of Decay 3 has one big weakness when it comes to its reach, though. As is tradition with the franchise, State of Decay will only be available for PC and Xbox Series X/S. Not being able to reach the PS5 crowd definitely keeps it from potentially hitting its full potential, but the fact that it will immediately be available for Game Pass makes it an enticing option for gamers who are torn between which zombie games to jump into. State of Decay 3 is one of many zombie games that are slated for the future, and when Dying Light: The Beast hits the scene, it will be exciting to see which titles launch soon after.
Right now, it's expected that State of Decay 3 will launch sometime in 2026. If that's the case, then it's easy to imagine a scenario where a gamer is in the mood for a new zombie game and has Dying Light: The Beast, State of Decay 3, and potentially even other zombie titles to choose from. If Dying Light: The Beast isn't on Game Pass by that time, State of Decay 3 would be the clear choice, especially for those looking to get the best deal.
State of Decay 3 was announced at the 2020 Xbox Games Showcase.
The Wait for State of Decay 3 Has No End in Sight
There's no telling when State of Decay 3 will be ready, but there will hopefully be good news on the horizon. There are still a few big gaming events scheduled for the year that could be good stages for the game to announce a release date, like The Game Awards.
After State of Decay 3 was absent from last month's Xbox Games Showcase, the silence has become deafening. Also, it seems like the game was safe from Microsoft's recent lay-offs, so that's at least a good sign. Right now, State of Decay 3's future is still mysterious, but its Game Pass plans are incredibly beneficial.
- ESRB
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- Developer(s)
- Undead Labs
- Publisher(s)
- Xbox Game Studios
- Engine
- Unreal Engine 5
WHERE TO PLAY
- Genre(s)
- Survival Horror
