Undead Labs Announces Layoffs as It Becomes Independent
Undead Labs, known for developing 'State of Decay,' has announced layoffs following its decision to become an independent studio. The company shared the news on LinkedIn and in a blog post, expressing regret over parting ways with many colleagues while emphasizing that development of State of Decay 3 is ongoing and still scheduled for release in 2027 across multiple platforms including Xbox, Game Pass, PC, and PlayStation. The announcement comes amid broader changes at Microsoft's Xbox division. As the company continues to restructure its developer portfolio, Undead Labs' move signals a shift toward independence while maintaining key projects like State of Decay 3.
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