Killing Floor 3 Delayed to Later in 2025
Tripwire Interactive 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 originally planned March 25th launch. The delay follows a closed beta test that received overwhelmingly negative feedback.
Disappointing Beta Test Results
Tripwire cited the closed beta as the primary reason for the delay, acknowledging that the game fell short of expectations. Their statement on Bluesky emphasized a commitment to delivering a polished experience that upholds the core Killing Floor gameplay while also pushing the franchise forward. Specific areas needing improvement include performance, stability, user interface, lighting, and weapon feel.
Player feedback from the beta was scathing, with many describing the game as "insanely clunky," "unpolished," and "glitch-ridden." Criticisms extended beyond technical issues; some players felt the game strayed too far from the series' horror roots, leaning too heavily into a futuristic sci-fi aesthetic. The character/class locking system in the beta also drew considerable criticism.
Tripwire concluded their announcement with a promise to provide updates as development progresses, thanking fans for their patience and support.
Pre-Order Refunds
Tripwire's Senior Community Manager, Yoshiro, outlined the refund process for pre-orders. For PlayStation, Xbox, and Epic Games Store users, pre-orders will be automatically canceled and refunded. US PlayStation users will have the option to keep their pre-order, but it will automatically cancel if no response is given within a set timeframe. Steam users will need to manually request a refund through Steam support. Refunds for other platforms will be handled according to each platform's individual policies.
