Fans of *The Walking Dead: Dead City* have a thrilling update to look forward to, as Season 2 is set to premiere on May 4, 2025. This exciting news was exclusively revealed at IGN Fan Fest 2025, accompanied by a special clip and an in-depth interview with key figures from the show: Scott Gimple, the chief content officer of The Walking Dead universe, along with actors Lauren Cohan and Jeffrey Dean Morgan, who portray Maggie and Negan respectively.

During the interview, Lauren Cohan delved into Maggie's emotional journey as Season 2 kicks off. "Sadly, not everything is quite as rosy as it could be or seems or one would hope," she shared. She elaborated on the challenges of navigating family dynamics amidst an apocalyptic setting, highlighting the tension between her son and her ward, Ginny, as they face everyday struggles amplified by the constant fight for survival.

Meanwhile, Jeffrey Dean Morgan provided insights into Negan's current predicament. "We find Negan very much under the thumb of The Dama and The Croat, and on some ground he’s not real familiar with," he explained. Negan's journey in Season 2 will involve attempts to regain control and navigate through unfamiliar and uncomfortable situations, showcasing his ever-present scheming nature.

Morgan also couldn't help but express his affection for Negan's iconic weapon, Lucille, a baseball bat wrapped in barbed wire, named after his deceased wife. "The Lucille of it all, what can I say? I love that thing!" he remarked, highlighting the personal significance the prop holds for him as an actor.

Scott Gimple touched on the overarching conflict in the new season, emphasizing a shift in dynamics. "There is no single big bad," he noted, indicating a more nuanced and politically charged narrative alongside physical confrontations.

IGN also offered a sneak peek with the opening minutes of the first episode of Season 2, giving fans a taste of what's to come. Mark your calendars for May 4, 2025, when *The Walking Dead: Dead City* Season 2 premieres on AMC. Stay tuned to IGN for all the latest from Fan Fest 2025.