Killing Floor 3 v1.0.0.5 (Build 19451571) + all DLC

• 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST (UTC -5)

• 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM EST (UTC -5)

⚠️ Important: Participants are kindly asked not to stream or record during this test. The purpose is to ensure multiplayer stability before launch.
We aim to expand testing to additional platforms next week — stay tuned for more updates.
🚀 Post-Launch Content Plans
For veterans of Killing Floor or other Tripwire titles, you know launch is just the beginning. Our team is already working on improvements and additions that didn’t make the launch window:

• Nightfall Specialists will be able to choose any Perk.

• Improved and more fluid third-person animations for both movement and weapon handling.

• In-game text chat support for smoother server communication.Killing Floor 3: Sunday Stress Test Incoming
  As the official launch of Killing Floor 3 on July 24th approaches, the excitement from fans continues to grow. The development team is working hard on polishing, optimizing, and integrating player feedback to ensure a strong and stable release.
  🧪 Multiplayer Stress Test Details
  Join us for a special Multiplayer Stress Test on Sunday during the following time windows:

ElAmigos release, game is already cracked after installation (crack by Codex/Rune or FLT).
DLC: Prepurchase Bonus, Clamefield Patrol Specialist Skins, Shadow Agent Season 1 Deluxe Pass, Future Seasons 2-4 Deluxe Pass.

Version 1.0.0.5
We are actively investigating performance as a primary concern. Our goal is to implement fixes that address identified issues within upcoming hotfixes and releases, while ensuring that any optimizations provide a consistent and stable gameplay experience through thorough testing and iteration.
 
Release Date: August 6th, 2025
Bug Fixes
Stability Issues
Improved stability for both dedicated servers and clients in a variety of scenarios.
VOIP:
Resolved voice chat problems in multiplayer, particularly those stemming from in-game privacy setting changes and late joins.
Gameplay & UI:
Removed a brief delay between triggering command wheel actions and specialist dialog lines.
Addressed problems with late-joining players spawning with their custom starter weapon, irrespective of their chosen weapon or operational budget.
Resolved inconsistencies between tool stock value and active available charges at the trader.
Corrected an issue where changes to tools in the Ready Up lobby were not applied for late-joining players entering the game.
Fixed the Message of the Day Banner not being visible on the Start Menu.
Added additional UI feedback at the end of weapon mod crafting. 
Visuals:
Improved visual issues where shadows incorrectly appeared around Zed limbs and gore pieces.
 
 
A short WIP list of items being worked on (all items subject to move as work continues) includes:
Overall Performance & Stability
Performance spikes
Several fixes are currently planned to be included in next week's update
Matchmaking Issues including:
A fix for infinite matchmaking is currently planned to be included in next week’s update
Investigate why players are loading into a broken VTOL Lobby
And other critical issues such as:
Player inputs sometimes not being read both on rebound and non rebound keys
Incorrect ammo consumption from reserves during matches, currently planned to be included in next week's update
Addressed a bug where late-joining players would see inactive, sound-making, headless zeds, currently planned to be included in next week's update
Issue causing players to enter a bad server state, resulting in stuttering movement and unresponsiveness during online play, currently planned to be included in next week's update