I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve opened State of Survival: Outbreak just to double-check if I redeemed the latest code. It’s become part of my morning routine—coffee, emails, and a quick scan through Discord or Reddit to hunt down free Biocaps. If you’re like me (and judging by the U.S. App Store rankings, many of you are), 2026 has turned into a gold rush year for survival games—and Outbreak is leading the charge.

There’s something about this game. Maybe it’s the slick base-building loop, or the way zombie combat keeps ramping up the stakes. Either way, it’s more than just a time-killer now. It’s strategic. Competitive. And honestly? If you’re not using the latest codes, you’re playing with one hand tied behind your back.

What Is State of Survival: Outbreak?

Let me set the stage if you’re just hopping in—or you took a break and came back to chaos.

State of Survival: Outbreak is the latest iteration of KingsGroup’s massively popular zombie base-builder. Think PvE survival meets PvP strategy wrapped in a mobile-friendly shell. The story picks up after a devastating infection turns cities into battlegrounds, with your base acting as humanity’s last flicker of hope. Dramatic? Sure. But it works.

You’ll recruit heroes, build out your settlement, scavenge through infected zones, and—if you’re like me—log in every time there’s a U.S. holiday just to see what limited-time chaos they’ve cooked up. Halloween survival crates? Check. Independence Day explosive boosts? Yeah, those made PvP a mess, but a fun one.

In the U.S. mobile market, it’s sitting comfortably in the top 25 strategy games across both Google Play and the App Store—and that’s after the holiday spike.

All Working Codes for January 2026

Alright, here’s what you came for. These are the verified, working State of Survival codes for January 2026. No fluff. No clickbait. I test these on my own account (U.S. server, iOS).

What I’ve found: these usually stick around for the full month, but don’t wait too long. Some codes—especially ones tied to limited events—get pulled early with patch updates.

One more thing: these only work on U.S. servers and must be redeemed through the U.S. version of the game. If you’re getting a “code not found” error, there’s a good chance you’re either on a different region or your app needs updating (more on that below).

How to Redeem Codes on Android & iOS (U.S. Guide)

This part trips up more people than you’d expect. I’ve helped friends troubleshoot this more times than I can count. The steps are simple—but finicky if you’re not on the latest app version.

On Android:

1. Open State of Survival: Outbreak
2. Tap your profile avatar (top left)
3. Head to Settings
4. Tap Gift Redemption
5. Enter the code exactly (caps matter), then tap Redeem

On iPhone:

1. Launch the game
2. Tap the three lines in the bottom right corner
3. Choose Settings
4. Scroll to Gift Redemption
5. Input your code and confirm

Troubleshooting tip: If you don’t see the “Gift Redemption” option, your game version might be outdated. I ran into this after a patch rolled out on Jan 10. Go to the App Store or Google Play and update manually—auto-updates lag behind sometimes.

What Rewards Can You Get From Codes?

This is where it gets spicy. Codes aren’t just fluff—they actually change how you play. Here’s what I’ve personally unlocked using January’s batch:

• Biocaps: Premium currency. I hoard these for speedups or daily deals.
• Speedups: Construction, training, research—huge advantage for keeping your base competitive.
• Hero Fragments: Progress faster in recruitment events without grinding.
• Stamina Packs: Vital for events. I stockpile these before weekend challenges.
• March Skins: Mostly cosmetic, but limited-time ones flex hard in PvP.

Last Thanksgiving, I snagged a U.S.-exclusive loot crate with turkey-themed speedups (don’t ask), and honestly? That helped push my base into the top 50 on our local leaderboard. Never underestimate goofy seasonal rewards.

Expired Codes List – Do These Still Work?

Here’s the thing—just because a code worked last month doesn’t mean it still does. I’ve tested these myself in January 2026, and unfortunately… nada.

• THANKS2025 – Expired Jan 1, 2026
• WINTERZOMBIE – Confirmed dead after Jan 10 update
• HOLIDAYBOOST25 – Removed from U.S. servers

Sometimes expired codes will still show up on fan blogs or YouTube videos. That’s not always clickbait—just outdated info. What I’ve learned: if the game returns code not found rather than code expired, it’s probably not a U.S. code to begin with.

Tips for Finding New Codes in 2026

Staying ahead of the pack means finding codes before everyone else floods the server. Here’s where I usually look:

1. Join U.S.-Based Discord Channels

A lot of Outbreak alliances run invite-only Discords, but public ones exist too. I’ve found early access codes shared by streamers there before they hit Twitter.

2. Follow Official Social Media (and Read the Comments)

Twitter/X, Facebook Gaming, and even the YouTube comment section have leaked codes buried in event streams.

3. Watch U.S. Streamers

Twitch and YouTube creators sometimes partner with KingsGroup for exclusive code drops. I’ve caught a few that were only active for 48 hours.

4. Sign Up for the Newsletter

Okay, it feels old-school, but I got a “New Year’s Boost” code through email that I never saw posted elsewhere.

What’s worked for me: setting a weekly calendar ping to check Reddit, Discord, and Twitter every Monday. It takes 10 minutes, and I usually find at least one new code.

Final Thoughts

At this point, playing State of Survival: Outbreak without redeeming codes feels like running a marathon in flip-flops. The codes don’t just give you free loot—they give you breathing room. Time. Leverage.

And honestly? I’ll take any edge I can get. Especially when zombie waves don’t wait for your research to finish.

Check back next month—I’ll be updating this list as soon as new codes hit. And if you stumble across a working one I missed? Drop it in the comments. I’ll owe you a crate of Biocaps (in spirit, at least).