What Is Killing Floor III?
Killing Floor III is a co‑operative horror FPS from Tripwire Interactive, built on Unreal Engine 5. Announced at Gamescom 2023, it rolls back to its gore-filled roots—horror-rich tension meets refined gameplay. Players assume the roles of Nightfall specialists, defending humanity against mutated monstrosities known as “Zeds.” The action unfolds across solo or 6-player co-op, with weapon modding, specialist upgrades, and environmental traps.
Release Date & Launch Highlights
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Delayed from March, the official launch fell on July 24, 2025 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
At launch: 7 maps, 3 difficulty levels, 3 boss fights, and 30 upgrade levels per specialist. Year 1 Roadmap rolled out soon after, featuring new specialists, maps, and weapon content.
System Requirements — PC Gaming Setup
Minimum Specs (1080p / Low → ~30 FPS)
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CPU: Ryzen 5 2600 or Intel i7‑4790
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RAM: 16 GB
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GPU: GTX 1060 or RX 480 (DX12)
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Storage: 20–30 GB SSD required
Recommended Specs (1080p / High → 60 FPS)
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CPU: Ryzen 7 7700X or i7‑12700K
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RAM: 16 GB (32 GB for 4K)
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GPU: RTX 3060 or RX 6750 XT
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OS: Windows 11, SSD required
Performance Tiers: FHD, 2K, 4K
| Resolution | GPU | CPU | RAM | Target FPS |
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| 1080p | RTX 3060 Ti / RX 6700 XT | i5‑10600 / Ryzen 5 5600X | 16 GB | 60+ FPS |
| 1440p | RTX 4060 / RX 7700 XT | i5‑12600K / Ryzen 7 5800X | 16–32 GB | 60 FPS |
| 4K | RTX 4070 / RX 7800 XT | i7‑12700K / Ryzen 7 7700X | 32 GB | 60 FPS |
Reviews & Critical Impressions
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GamesRadar praises the satisfying “Zed-blasting” nostalgia and smoother visuals—yet notes missing flair from previous entries.
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PC Gamer highlights tight co-op fun with immersive headshots and the signature M.E.A.T. gore system—though warns of shallow loops after ~10 hours. Shacknews calls it “guts, gunplay & glory”—a solid foundation with fresh enemies, maps, and personalization.
FAQs
What platforms is Killing Floor III on?
Released July 24, 2025, on PC (Steam, Epic), PS5, and Xbox Series X/S—no current-gen support.
Is Killing Floor III more demanding than KF2?
Yes. Minimum: i7‑4790, GTX 1060, 16 GB RAM. Recommended: RTX 3060, Ryzen 7 7700X, SSD, 16 GB RAM.
Does KF3 support weapon modding and specialist skills?
Yes—fully customizable weapons, skill paths, and six unique specialists with unique playstyles and perks.
What’s new in Zed AI and environment?
Zeds now climb ceilings, traverse terrain, and behave with more tactical threat. Traps, vent systems, and vertical maps emphasize strategy.
Interesting Facts & Game Mechanics
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M.E.A.T. system returns with amplified gore, Darth-Thing inspired enemy design, and predator-level violence.
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Inspired by horror classics like The Thing and Alien vs. Predator for visual themes and enemy design.
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Movement enhanced: players can climb, dodge, slide, complementing vertical level layouts.
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Beta needed a strict 5-year NDA just before release—a rare move for a major FPS title.
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