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State of Decay Developer Undead Labs Responds to 'Significant' Layoffs Following Independence from Xbox
IGN • • technology
Key Points:
- Undead Labs confirmed significant layoffs following its independence from Xbox, as part of Microsoft's brand reset announced earlier this summer.
- Despite the staff reductions, Studio Head Philip Holt assured that State of Decay 3 remains in active development and that the game's 2027 release schedule will not be affected.
- The studio expressed gratitude to the laid-off employees for their contributions, emphasizing that their work remains integral to the game and the studio's legacy.
- Undead Labs highlighted that independence allows them to focus more closely on their community and prioritize creating quality games, reinforcing their commitment to the State of Decay franchise.
- It remains unclear how many staff were laid off or if other companies considered acquiring Undead Labs, though the studio continues to operate independently with enthusiasm for its future.
