State of Decay 2

What is State of Decay 2?

State of Decay 2, developed by Undead Labs and published by Xbox Game Studios, is an open-world zombie survival game with a focus on building and managing a community of survivors. You decide which survivors to recruit, where to settle, how to build your base, and what to loot in the world.

The zombie apocalypse is your sandbox. Every playthrough is unique, as are the survivors you encounter, and each campaign feels different enough to ensure replayability is at the forefront of the experience. With co-op support, the game becomes even bigger and more immersive than ever before. It’s easy to spend hundreds of hours playing State of Decay 2!

State of Decay 2 Screenshots & Trailers

Where to Play & Systems

You can play State of Decay 2 on the following systems:

• PC (Steam)
• PC (Epic Games Store)
• Xbox Store

Key Features & Gameplay Overview

• Multiple Open Maps: The game features four expansive maps to choose from, each with unique bases, points of interest, loot distribution, and aesthetics to enjoy and explore.
• Permadeath: Your survivors aren’t expendable. One wrong move in the face of the undead and you could leave your favorite survivor on the side of the road.
• Immense Replayability: Every run in State of Decay 2 feels unique, ensuring replayability is at the forefront of every community.
• Arsenal of Weapons: A mind-blowing number of weapons—melee and firearms—are available to you, making surviving the end of days more explosive than ever.
• Multiplayer: Two cooperative game modes, one wave-based and one in which player two helps the host with their community, make for even more fun.

State of Decay 2 System Requirements

Minimum System Requirements

Recommended System Requirements

Guides & Walkthroughs

Your Questions, Answered

• Can You Pass Time in State of Decay 2?
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The Basics of State of Decay 2

• State of Decay 2: Beginner’s Guide – Everything You Need to Survive
• State of Decay 2: Difficulty Settings Explained
• State of Decay 2: Early Game Survival Tips & Tricks
• State of Decay 2: All Weapons
• State of Decay 2: How to Play Co-op
• State of Decay 2: Vehicle Upgrades Guide
• State of Decay 2: How to Get Power

Features

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News, Updates, & Patch Notes

• State of Decay 2: New Update 37 Patch Notes
• What’s New in State of Decay 2 Update 37? – Answered

Beginner Tips & Common Mistakes

• Prioritize beds early. You can only recruit so many survivors before expanding your sleeping quarters becomes necessary. You don’t want survivors without a bed to relax, because that leads to morale concerns.
• Always loot quietly. There’s no reason to rush in State of Decay 2, so loot quietly. If you choose to loot fast, you risk making more noise and alerting nearby zombies.
• Use your radio wisely. Your radio provides a variety of free services, most of which have extensive cooldowns. Use them regularly, but wisely.
• Don’t let Plague Hearts fester. Plague Hearts can prove problematic for your community by increasing the amount of Plague Zombies in the area and putting your community at risk.

Advanced Strategies

• Stack community skills strategically! Most survivors can develop a fifth skill, often leading to a specialization (Munitions, Pharmacology, etc.). Plan your community wisely so that you have complementary specializations.
• Use Red Talon or Heartland survivors for elite traits! Recruiting Red Talon contractors from Daybreak provides powerful skills, like fully-leveled Munitions or Computers, that far outpace your standard survivors.
• Save Plague Cures! Rather than using a Plague Cure immediately, let a survivor sit at stage one for a little while if you need them active and out in the field. Before they hit stage two, use the Plague Cure. This method reduces the risk of contracting the plague a second time.

FAQ

• Q: Is State of Decay 2 playable solo?
  • A: State of Decay 2 is designed with solo play in mind, but does offer cooperative modes for up to four players.
• Q: Do I need to buy the DLC to enjoy the full game?
  • A: If you don’t already own a copy of State of Decay 2, look into the Juggernaut Edition. It’s often on sale for less than $10 and includes all of the previously released DLC for the game. It’s highly recommended!
• Q: What happens when a survivor dies?
  • A: Death in State of Decay 2 is permanent. When a survivor dies, they’re gone from your community forever, along with any skills, traits, and gear they had on their person. It’s full permadeath.