Tripwire Interactive is killing the planned March 25th release date for Killing Floor 3, saying the zed-infested shooter sequel is now expected to arrive later this year for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. With the newfound uncertainty about when it is arriving, refunds are in play. The Killing Floor 3 FAQ has details, saying that pre-purchases of the Windows edition on the Epic Games Store will be automatically refunded, while anyone who want a refund on Steam must specifically request one. This post has this message about the delay:

We've made the decision to postpone Killing Floor 3's launch to an undecided date later in 2025.

After taking the time to gather and discuss feedback from our recent closed beta, we've realized that we missed the mark. Our goal isn't just to make Killing Floor 3 an ambitious step forward for the franchise, but also to maintain the core experience that you've come to know and love.

With the full support of our parent company Embracer Group, we're working together on a timeline to address many of the common issues players had during the beta, including performance/stability, IJI/UX, lighting, and weapon feel. While it's too early to say which fixes will be implemented by launch, we can confirm that an update allowing you to independently select your perk class and character is planned for post-release.

We look forward to another opportunity to show you a more polished version of Killing Floor 3, and when we're ready to share more details, you will be the first to know. Until then, we thank you for your continued patience and overwhelming support.