The oft-delayed Dead Island 2 has been pushed back again

Embracer Group has confirmed that the long-awaited Dead Island 2 has been delayed yet again.

Most recently scheduled for release on February 3, 2023, the game will now launch on April 28 for PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Stadia, and PC via the Epic Games Store.

First announced in 2014, the zombie action RPG sequel has suffered a series of delays and changes of developer.

It was originally in the works at Spec Ops: The Line studio Yager before development duties were taken over by Sumo Digital. Dambuster, an internal Deep Silver studio, then took over development in 2019.

In a statement released via Twitter, Dambuster and Deep Silver said they plan to show off more of the game during a Dead Island 2 presentation on December 6.

Dead Island 2 takes place in Los Angeles and features six playable characters.

“Los Angeles is in quarantine and the military have retreated,” reads an official product description. “Only you, and the handful of others who happen to be resistant to the pathogen, holds the future of the city (and humanity), in the balance.

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The game will reportedly take place across iconic Los Angeles locations

“Dead Island 2 is stylish, vibrant and flooded with zombie infection. Explore iconic, gore-drenched Los Angeles. Meet larger-than-life characters. Slay countless foes in exquisitely bloody detail. And evolve to become the ultimate Zombie Slayer!”

Players who pre-purchase the game will receive access to the Memories of Banoi DLC pack, featuring two unique weapons, a special weapon perk and skill card.