In-game event3 Sep 2026The September Quality Of Life Update Is Live!Welcome, Nightfall! We've been closely monitoring your feedback and digging into the data to bring you our September 2026 Update. This patch includes an array of Quality of Life (QoL) improvements, bug fixes, and targeted balance changes across Perks, Weapons, and Zeds. Quality of Life Highlights UI, HUD, & Menus · The scoreboard has been split from the "pause" screen, allowing users to bring i…
We are looking at shipping a Killing Floor 3 hotfix update tomorrow and will begin in the morning. We expect the backend to go down while this update happens, starting at approximately 8:30 AM EST and lasting up to 2 hours: · 12.30 UTC · 14.30 CEST (UTC +2) · 08.30 EST (UTC -4) · 21:30 KST (UTC +9) This hotfix addresses a localization issue related to Gunslinger skills and new campaign assignme…
To all our players, Thank You! Whether you’ve been fighting Zeds since the early days of the franchise and never stopped, returned to check out the Killing Floor 3 Season 4 Update, or just joined us for the very first time during this past weekend’s free play event, we are incredibly grateful for the time you chose to spend with Killing Floor. Killing Floor 3, like its predecessors, is a journe…
Update: It looks like this is the result of a wider internet service outtage that has also impacted our backend. It may be starting to clear up but we are continuing to monitor. We are aware of the reports of connection issues. Thank you for the reports. We appreciate your patience while we investigate with our partners. We will update the status here.
To celebrate the first anniversary of the game we are happy to announce a free weekend for a limited time on PC (via Steam and EGS), PS5™ and XBOX Series X|S from July 23 through July 27. During this time new players will have access to the full game including the latest seasonal update. All progress will be saved and available after purchasing the game, with all three editions and Seasonal DLC…
New Additions & Highlights New Operation: Shadow Hunter An offshore drilling operation in the North Sea accidentally discovers the Mire, drawing Dr. Emmanuel Moorcroft and his followers to seize the rig. New Perk: Gunslinger The legendary Gunslinger returns to the fray. Specializing in light fast, dual wielded pistol combat, this perk is for those with nerves of steel and the aim to match. Mast…
Tomorrow is the day! The Shadow Hunter update process will begin in the morning. We expect the backend to go down while this update happens, starting at approximately 8:30 AM EST and lasting about 2 hours: · 12.30 UTC · 14.30 CEST (UTC +2) · 08.30 EST (UTC -4) · 21:30 KST (UTC +9) Keep an eye on this space for status updates.
Nightfall, We’ve been watching you in the field, and it’s clear: you’ve all acclimated to dual sidearms exceptionally well. As such, we are opening up the Gunslinger Perk as an option for your next set of missions. Whether you’re looking to pick Zeds off or help clear out a horde when things get too crowded, the Gunslinger is here to reward the steady handed and tactical. And don’t forget the m…
Celebrating One Year! We can hardly believe it’s been nearly a year since launch! The journey has been exciting, and we’ve faced our share of challenges. We want to thank the community for your passion and support as we celebrate this milestone together. Many of you are excited for the upcoming Season 4 Update, and even beyond, so let’s dive in: New Mode: Suicidal We’ve heard your calls loud an…
Update* Maintenance is complete Wednesday, July 15th at: · 10.00 UTC · 12.00 CEST (UTC +2) · 06.00 EST (UTC -4) · 19:00 KST (UTC +9) We will have a period of scheduled maintenance and all services are expected to be impacted. Please pardon the Killing Floor 3 downtime that is expected to last up to 1 hour. Keep an eye on this space for notice when it's complete.
The Doctor: Emmanuel Moorcroft Many know him as the chief scientist and director of Horzine’s R&D Red division. Those who go digging or end up on the wrong end of one of his experiments may find that Moorcroft’s been quietly studying the effects of a transmutative substance called the Mire on living subjects. His research began by experimenting with zeds, but his plans are much larger than that…
Monday, June 22nd at: · 10.00 UTC · 12.00 CEST (UTC +2) · 06.00 EST (UTC -4) · 19:00 KST (UTC +9) We will have a period of scheduled maintenance and all services are expected to be impacted. Please pardon the Killing Floor 3 downtime that is expected to last up to 2 hours. Keep an eye on this space for notice when it's complete.
Version: 1.0.0.16 Release Date: June 16th, 2026 New Additions & Highlights Welcome to the Onslaught... Update, a smaller mid-season update that adds the new level, Onslaught, and features a few Quality of Life improvements. New Map: Onslaught Horzine leveraged the sewer outbreak in Umezu to train personnel. Needless to say, it didn't go well. Littered with traps, this location becomes all the m…
Hello everyone, You recently uncovered the existence of Onslaught, a new map coming to Killing Floor 3 in the near future. Beginning life as a prototype, it quickly became the team's favorite 'torture test'. It’s a claustrophobic, high-intensity map where space is a luxury and retreat isn't an option. We’re polishing it up because you deserve a place that forces you to hold your ground and make…
Update: The maintenance period is over and all services should have resumed normal operations. Monday, June 8th at: · 10.00 UTC · 12.00 CEST (UTC +2) · 06.00 EST (UTC -4) · 19:00 KST (UTC +9) We will have a period of scheduled maintenance and all services are expected to be impacted. Please pardon the Killing Floor 3 downtime that is expected to last up to 2 hours. Keep an eye on this space for…
Nightfall, we've intercepted a communication from Horzine's internal systems that may give us access and help us track down Moorcroft once and for all. With documents we've gathered previously, you may be able to poke around for more information as to his whereabouts. We must stop him before he unleashes the mire upon the entire world. Decrypted Message [76% SUCCESS] Ç̴͍̖̥̯̯̪̅͒ͅL̶̢̢͙̥̼̳͙̪̻̮̱̰̳̒…
This update addresses the following 2 issues: · Fixed a crash that was experienced by some clients · Fixed an issue where some users couldn't purchase items from the in-game store
Tomorrow, May 2nd at: · 1.00 UTC · 15.00 CEST (UTC +2) · 09.00 EST (UTC -4) · 22:00 KST (UTC +9) We will have a period of scheduled maintenance. Please pardon the Killing Floor 3 downtime that is expected to last up to 2 hours. Keep an eye on this space for notice when it's complete.
New Additions & Highlights Welcome to the Text Chat update. This update introduces the Text Chat feature for all platforms and is a full cross platform feature allowing you to communicate with Nightfall operatives on the fly to expand communication and strategy within Killing Floor 3. This update also includes some pointed fixes around various Crashes , the Medic Pistol Dart recharge rate, and…
* Maintenance is complete and the update is now live! Tomorrow, May 14th at: · 12.30 UTC · 14.30 CEST (UTC +2) · 08.30 EST (UTC -4) · 21:30 KST (UTC +9) We will have a period of scheduled maintenance. Please pardon the Killing Floor 3 downtime that is expected to last up to 2 hours. Keep an eye on this space for notice when it's complete.
As part of our continuing Community Survey program, our next survey is targeted around Levels (Art and Gameplay) as well as getting updated feedback on Weapon Feel and drilling into it in a bit more detail. Please spare us a few moment of your time to fill out this new survey here: Killing Floor 3 Level Design and Weapons Feel Survey
Please pardon the interruption to KF3 services. Starting at 10.00 UTC / 11.00 CET / 06.00 ET today our partners have scheduled updates for backend services. The estimated downtime is up to 4 hours. Update: Maintenance complete
With players having braved the frozen Antarctic Base, we want to know how things have landed with you, the community! Please take a few moments of your time to fill out our: Killing Floor 3 Spring 2026 State Of The Community Survey This will help us more quickly react to your feedback, top issues, and target what you want to see more of sooner! As always, thank you all for being a part of Killi…
Please pardon the interruption tomorrow, March 20th at 9:30am ET. We've scheduled maintenance and a spring hotfix to address the following. Keep an eye on this space for updates on when it's been completed. Update* Maintenance is complete and the hotfix went live! Stability Fixes · Fixed a crash some users were experiencing related to querying blocked player lists · Fixed the command wheel so t…
Step into pure fear. In this unique collection of horror games made to get your heart rate up, you’ll experience everything from nail-biting tension to bloody good fun. Fight and defeat hordes of horrific enemies, never knowing what lurks around the next corner. Play alone or with friends as you face insurmountable odds for unforgettable payoffs. Killing Floor 3 is the next installment in the l…
Please pardon the interruption to KF3 services. Tomorrow Thursday March 19th at 6am 9:30am ET our partners have scheduled updates for backend services. The estimated downtime is about 1 hour. Maintenance has been completed. Online services are back up and players can play normally now Updated Time* This was pushed back to 9:30am ET.
It looks like this issue is clearing up, but we are continuing to work with our partners to discover what happened. Previous message: We are aware of Killing Floor 3 being among the titles on Steam currently experiencing interruptions. We are working with our partners and investigating. Thanks for the reports. We will use this post to update on the situation.
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