Killing Floor 3 Delayed to Later in 2025
Tripwire Interactive has announced a significant delay for Killing Floor 3 (KF3), pushing the release date further into 2025. This decision, announced on March 7th, 2025, via the game's official Bluesky account, comes just three weeks before the previously scheduled March 25th launch. The delay follows a closed beta test that received overwhelmingly negative feedback.
Disappointing Beta Leads to Delay
Tripwire acknowledged the shortcomings of the beta, stating that they "missed the mark." The developer cited concerns regarding performance, stability, user interface/experience (UI/UX), lighting, and weapon feel as key areas needing improvement. The statement emphasized a commitment to delivering a game that upholds the core Killing Floor experience while pushing the franchise forward.
Player feedback during the beta was scathing. Many described the game as "insanely clunky and clumsy," an "unpolished, glitch-ridden, vomit-inducing wreck," and criticized the departure from the series' horror roots in favor of a more futuristic sci-fi aesthetic. The character/class locking system in the beta also drew significant criticism. One Reddit user, Captain_Pugman, poignantly summarized the sentiment: "At what point did you forget what made Killing Floor special?"
Tripwire concluded their announcement with a promise to share further details as they become available and thanked fans for their patience and support.
Pre-Order Refunds
Tripwire's Senior Community Manager, Yoshiro, outlined the refund process for pre-orders. Automatic refunds will be issued for pre-orders on PlayStation, Xbox, and the Epic Games Store. However, US PlayStation users will have the option to retain their pre-order. Steam users will need to initiate refunds manually through Steam support. Refunds for other platforms will be handled according to individual vendor policies.
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