Undead Labs' State of Decay 3 will launch on Xbox Game Pass in 2027, even as the studio splits from Xbox Game Studios.
In an intriguing twist in the evolving landscape of game development and distribution, Undead Labs has confirmed that their upcoming game, State of Decay 3, will still launch day one on Xbox Game Pass in 2027, despite the developer’s recent departure from Xbox Game Studios. As reported by PureXbox, this decision was confirmed by studio boss Philip Holt, emphasizing the long-standing partnership between Undead Labs and Xbox. While the studio transitions to independent status, it seems keen to maintain a relationship with the Xbox platform, leveraging the reach and audience engagement that Game Pass offers.
Meanwhile, those looking forward to Thunder Lotus’s next project will have to wait a bit longer. The developer announced that their upcoming action-adventure game, At Fate’s End, initially expected in 2026, has been delayed to 2027. According to PureXbox, the delay allows more time for “love and care” in the game’s development. On the bright side, it will also be available on Xbox Game Pass upon release, meaning subscribers can look forward to playing it immediately when it eventually launches.
Elsewhere in the Xbox ecosystem, Star Wars: Galactic Racer, developed by Fuse Games, has garnered significant praise for its performance on Xbox Series X|S. Digital Foundry described it as “nigh-on flawless” across both Xbox Series consoles, contributing to the game’s accolade-rich debut, including a high Metacritic rating.
Additionally, Xbox enthusiasts may have more reasons to be excited with the reported leak of the Xbox Elite Series 3 Controller. According to a report from PureXbox, new details have surfaced, hinting at another potential hardware upgrade from Xbox. The specifics of these leaks remain unconfirmed, and until Microsoft makes an official announcement, the details must be taken with caution.
Finally, Xbox is gearing up for a special milestone. The Final FanFest 2026 event is set for November 12, right at Xbox’s home base in Seattle, marking the 25th anniversary of the Xbox brand. As covered by PureXbox, this event is expected to be a major celebration, likely featuring announcements and special activities for fans attending.
