State of Decay Video Game Series
A series of survival open-world action games created by Undead Labs - an American development studio founded by Jeff Strain (a former employee of Blizzard Entertainment and one of the founders of ArenaNet), which has been part of Xbox Game Studios since 2018.
A brief history of the games in the State of Decay series
The idea for a game set in a world overrun by zombies was germinating in Jeff Strain's head as early as 2009 (hence the name of his studio - Undead Labs).. Nevertheless, the realization in the form of the project State of Decay lived to see it only in 2013. The production, in which we fought for survival, trying not to fall prey to the hordes of the living dead, came first to the Xbox 360, and with time also to personal computers. The title was to the liking of players, so later the authors expanded it with two expansions, while in 2015 they prepared its complete and graphically refreshed edition State of Decay: Year-One Survival Edition.
For the second installment of the series, i.e. State of Decay 2, fans had to wait until 2018. At that time, the item appeared on PC and Xbox One, while in December 2020 it also came to Xbox Series X/S. In the meantime, the developers of the series went under the wings of Microsoft; moreover, in July 2020, we learned that the series would continue.
State of Decay 3 was already heading for PC and Xbox Series X/S only. Interestingly, for its purposes, the authors teamed up with the teams of The Coalition and Obsidian Entertainment, among others.
Gameplay in games of the State of Decay series
In games from the series State of Decay The action is viewed from a third-person perspective (TPP). They put at our disposal open worlds overrun by the living dead, which we explore (on foot or behind the wheel of vehicles), completing tasks, rescuing survivors and collecting equipment and items that increase our chances of survival.
Our command center is a base where we can prepare for future escapades, selecting equipment and upgrading it using the crafting system. In addition, in State of Decay a character development system has been implemented. Although we can face more and more challenges over time, enemies usually outnumber us, so acting quietly is usually a better option here than engaging in open skirmishes.
Unlike in most positions of this type, games under the banner of State of Decay are not about individual heroes, but entire communities.. For this reason, the death of a given hero or heroine is permanent, and after that there is nothing left to do but to take control of the next character.
While the first State of Decay was a production designed exclusively for the single player, starting with the second installment, the series offers a cooperative mode, prepared for up to four players..
Graphics in the games of the State of Decay series
First State of Decay ran on CryEngine technology. State of Decay 2 was already using Unreal Engine 4, in turn. State of Decay 3 was based on Unreal Engine 5.
State of Decay Series Evolution
2018
State of Decay 2
2015
State of Decay: Year-One Survival Edition
2013
State of Decay
State of Decay 3
Action
TBA
State of Decay 3 is another part of the survival action series with an open, post-apocalyptic world full of zombies. Our task is to survive along with other people we meet, creating settlements, searching for supplies and avoiding unwanted confrontations with the undead.
State of Decay 2
Action
May 22, 2018
An official sequel to the 2013’s sandbox action game by Undead Labs. The action of State of Decay 2 takes place in a post-apocalyptic open world after an outbreak of a zombie epidemic. While playing, we get a chance to led a group of survivors, each of whom has their own biography, skills, and character traits. We can freely switch between them while building a shelter, exploring the world, and searching nearby buildings for resources necessary for survival. Fighting zombies, we use various kinds of improvised weapons. The title features a character development system in which we can perfect our heroes by engaging in certain activities. Apart from the story campaign, the production offers an indefinite survival mode and a full-fledged multiplayer that allows up to four players to cooperate, each managing their own group.
- State of Decay 2: Heartland June 9, 2019
State of Decay: Year-One Survival Edition
Action
April 28, 2015
A complete edition of a survival sandbox action game from Undead Labs, now remastered for Xbox One. The game takes you back to the zombie-infested world, where – apart from staying alive – you have to build a local community of survivors using their unique skills and resources gathered around. State of Decay: Year-One Survival Edition features open world as well as full freedom of pursuing your goals. The game puts you up against such challenges as rescue missions or search missions. For State of Decay: Year-One Survival Edition the developers primarily focused on enhancing the visuals, which means better textures, animations and special effects. Also, they slightly changed the User Interface. The original game was expanded with the contents of two previously released DLC packs: Breakdown and Lifeline. On top of that, there are brand new missions, weapons and vehicles as well as about 30 minutes of new music composed by Jesper Kyd.
State of Decay
Action
June 5, 2013
A third-person perspective (TPP) sandbox action game developed by an independent studio Undead Labs. The player is in control of a shopkeeper, Marcus Campbell, and his small group of survivors, who try to survive in a world overrun by zombies. The developers prepared several dozen playable characters in total, each of them endowed with unique skills. As befits a sandbox game, State of Decay features great freedom of action and a sizable open world to explore. Besides fighting the undead, gameplay focuses on such activities as rescuing other characters, collecting food, searching for weapons and ammunition and building shelters. Game is built on CryEngine 3 and features single player mode only.
- State of Decay: Lifeline May 30, 2014
State of Decay Series News
State of Decay 3 Will Try to Revive Zombie Trend. Survival Action Game with Open World Available at Launch in Game Pass
At the Xbox Games Showcase 2024, we finally got a new trailer for State of Decay 3. This is the first footage showing scenes on the game engine.
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Adrian Werner
June 9, 2024
State of Decay 2 Received Dynamic Events to Spice Up Gameplay
State of Decay 2 continues to evolve. A new update has added dynamic events known as Curveballs to the game world.
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Jan Kopacz
September 19, 2023
State of Decay 2 - How to Skip Night
In this article, we will tell you how to skip night in State of Decay 2. Many players complain that the nights are too long. In this article, you will learn you how to shorten them.
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Damian Gacek
January 10, 2023
Is State of Decay 2 on PS4 and other platforms in 2023
In this article we tell you if State of Decay 2 is on PS4 and other platforms. If you want to experience the zombie apocalypse, you've come to the right place.
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Damian Gacek
January 10, 2023
State of Decay Devs Face Accusations of Mobbing and Sexism
State of Decay 3 is still in pre-production. The reason is due to internal problems at Undead Labs, which is rumored to be a toxic place to work.
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Patrick Kubiak
April 2, 2022
Xbox Chief on 'Great Upcoming Games' and Excitement About State of Decay 3
Xbox Game Studios has a lot of talented developers. Phil Spencer wants the company to provide a steady stream of great games.
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Dawid Wanat
March 14, 2022
State of Decay 2's Development Will Continue; 2022 Plans Revealed
Undead Labs has announced 2022 development plans for State of Decay 2. First of all, the Infestation system, which enables zombies to take control of buildings, will be heavily improved.
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Adrian Werner
January 12, 2022