Killing Floor 3: Official Release Date & Closed Beta, Get Ready!

By whizzerlow Gaming News
1 February 2025 1 comment

The Tripwire Interactive team brings new updates about Killing Floor 3, finally revealing the release date as well as when the Closed Beta will take place!

Find out why Killing Floor 3 could be the co-op game of the year!

Killing Floor 3 (KF3) is the third main installment in the Killing Floor series. A first-person shooter game where players battle waves of Zeds across various maps offering different environments and interactions. The goal? Survive by using each class’s unique skills and the arsenal of available weapons.

A highly anticipated sequel announced in summer 2023, now finally set for release. Featuring a significant graphical upgrade, moving from the modified Unreal Engine 3 of the second game to the modern Unreal Engine 5 with KF3. Plus, a global launch with no Early Access—arriving simultaneously on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.

Killing Floor 3: Release Date Announcement

After the trailer was showcased at The Game Awards 2024, the Tripwire Interactive team finally shares new details about Killing Floor 3. They have now officially announced the release date: March 25, 2025, for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.

This means a full global launch, skipping Early Access. Alongside this, pre-orders have now opened, and the Closed Beta dates have been confirmed!

The battle begins on March 25, 2025 pic.twitter.com/Pi3i7W0Tpo

— Killing Floor 3 (@KillingFloor) January 31, 2025

Killing Floor 3: Closed Beta Confirmed with Dates

Alongside the long-awaited release date, we now have confirmation of the Closed Beta. It will take place from February 20 to February 24, 2025, with more details coming soon regarding modes and availability.

It’s still unclear whether Beta access will be granted to pre-orders or if it will be through a lottery system. The team will provide more details in the coming days, but in the meantime, players can register for the Waitlist at the following link:

Killing Floor 3 CBT Waitlist Sign Up

Killing Floor 3: Editions

With the release date announcement comes the start of KF3 pre-orders. The game will be available in three editions: Standard (also available as a physical copy for consoles), Deluxe, and Elite Nightfall Edition. Each includes:

Standard / Day One (Physical)

• Base Game
• Pre-order Bonus: Flatliner Weapon Skin Set, Fear the Reaper Weapon Trinket, Special Action Force Player Card

Deluxe

• Base Game
• Pre-order Bonus: Flatliner Weapon Skin Set, Fear the Reaper Weapon Trinket, Special Action Force Player Card
• “Shadow Agent” Specialist and Weapon Skin Set
• Nightfall Supply Pass (Season Pass)
• 1000 Creds (Premium Currency)

Elite Nightfall Edition

• Base Game
• Pre-order Bonus: Flatliner Weapon Skin Set, Fear the Reaper Weapon Trinket, Special Action Force Player Card
• “Shadow Agent” Specialist and Weapon Skin Set
• Year 1 Premium Nightfall Supply Pass Access (4 Seasonal Passes)
• 3000 Creds (Premium Currency)

Pre-orders confirm the inclusion of a Seasonal Pass and in-game Premium Currency. This monetization model appears to align more with modern games rather than the system introduced in 2022 for KF2, which relied on loot crates and keys.

Conclusion

Now, we wait for the official launch of KF3 in early spring. The team will soon reveal how players can participate in the Closed Beta Test from February 20 to February 24, 2025. Players will also get a chance to experience new gameplay mechanics offered by Killing Floor 3. Pre-orders are already open, with a global release set for March 25, 2025, on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.

whizzerlow

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