Here you’ll find the answers to a number of frequently asked questions (FAQ) regarding State of Decay 2: Juggernaut Edition.
How to get Juggernaut Edition:
Q.) When is it released?
A.) State of Decay 2: Juggernaut Edition arrives Friday the 13th (March 13) on Xbox Game Pass, Xbox One, Windows 10, Steam, and Epic Games Store. Pre-purchase is available on Steam and Epic.
Q.) How do I get the update?
A.) In most cases, it is as easy as following a prompt when you launch the game. There are a few exceptions that will be answered in a future post by our Customer Advocate on our Support page. This blog post will be updated with a link once it’s released.
Q.) Is it free?
A.) The update is free for all existing owners of State of Decay 2 (Xbox One/Windows 10).
Q.) Is it included with Game Pass?
A.) Yes, Juggernaut Edition is included in Game Pass for both Xbox One and PC.
Q.) I already own State of Decay 2. Will I have to re-purchase if I want to own the game on Epic Games Store or Steam?
A.) If you also wish to own the game through the Epic Games Store or Steam, you will need to purchase it again there.
Q.) Will there be a physical disc version?
A.) There will not be new discs available to purchase, but all existing State of Decay 2 discs will update to Juggernaut Edition. Make sure you’re connected to the internet and follow the prompt when asked to update. If you run into any problems, visit support.stateofdecay.com.
Q.) Is Windows 7 supported on Steam?
A.) We do not officially support Windows 7.
Q.) What if you already purchased one of the DLCs now available to everyone for free?
A.) We’ve got you! Please see: https://www.stateofdecay.com/2020/02/14/gifts-for-owners/
Q.) Will I have to reinstall the game to get the update?
A.) Xbox One players will receive the update automatically when connected to the internet. Due to a platform limitation, Windows 10 and Game Pass PC players will need to uninstall the existing game and then install Juggernaut Edition. Please read about this process on our Support page. This will not affect your save games.
Q.) How large is the download?
A.) 17 GB
Gameplay Questions:
Q.) Will it be cross-platform? (Can I play with people on Steam if I’m on Epic, Xbox or Microsoft and vice versa?)
A.) Yes. All versions of the game use Xbox Live to provide a cross-platform multiplayer experience regardless of store choice.
Q.) If I already own the game and am upgrading will it affect my current communities?
A.) Current communities are safe, your saved data is preserved during the update.
Q.) Will saved communities on Xbox One or Windows 10 carry over to Steam or Epic?
A.) Your achievements, outfits, unlocked bounties, boons, and other account progress will be transferred to all platforms, however, your existing communities will remain on their current platform.
Q.) Is the new map part of the base game or stand-alone?
A.) It is a core map like Cascade Hills, Drucker County, and Meagher Valley, which means you can move or start a new campaign there.
Q.) How big is the new map?
A.) It is comparable to the other 3 open-world maps.
Q.) Are the graphic improvements across all the maps or just one?
A.) Graphical improvements have been made to all 4 maps.
Q.) Are there going to be any new achievements?
A.) Yes, seven new achievements worth 150 Gamerscore.
Q.) What about Steam trading cards?
A.) Yep!
Have a suggestion or idea for the next update, add it to our wishlist at Support.StateofDecay.com. Read the pinned messages on how to keep your idea alive.
