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Tripwire Cuts 20% Workforce Amid Killing Floor 3 Struggles

3/3/2026

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Tripwire Interactive laid off 23 employees, about 20% of its workforce, after Killing Floor 3's negative reception.
Killing Floor 3 has drawn negative reviews, with only 50% of Steam reviews positive and engagement dropping.
Despite layoffs, Tripwire Interactive said it remains committed to ongoing projects, including titles under its publishing label.
A deleted post hinted at a potential film adaptation of Killing Floor, adding uncertainty to the franchise’s future.

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Tripwire Interactive laid off 23 employees, about 20% of its workforce, after Killing Floor 3's negative reception.
Killing Floor 3 has drawn negative reviews, with only 50% of Steam reviews positive and engagement dropping.
Despite layoffs, Tripwire Interactive said it remains committed to ongoing projects, including titles under its publishing label.
A deleted post hinted at a potential film adaptation of Killing Floor, adding uncertainty to the franchise’s future.