KILLER INN News

[p]The second KILLER INN closed beta test has concluded. We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated and to all those who showed interest in the game.[/p][p][/p][p]Through the beta test, we received a great deal of feedback, bug reports, and constructive criticism, especially about the matchmaking system and the way some items and weapons work. The development team will carefully review all of this information and use it to further refine KILLER INN. Thank you again for all the information and feedback provided.[/p][p][/p][p]The official Discord will remain open, and we will continue to share development updates regularly. We encourage you to join the discussions![/p][p][/p][p]Additionally, the feedback survey will remain open until October 17. We would greatly appreciate your input.[/p]

[p]Dear Wolves and Lambs, greetings and salutations from the KILLER INN Team.[/p][p][/p][p]We would like to thank you for your enthusiastic participation in our second Closed Beta Test. We also want to report on two topics that received a lot of feedback: Cheating and the Club meta.[/p][p] [/p][h2]Cheating[/h2][hr][/hr][p]Combating unfair practices that undermine your gaming experience is an absolute priority for us. We have been paying close attention to every single report by our players including shared information on Discord, and have been aggressively analyzing/verifying them prioritizing the most suspicious cases.[/p][p][/p][p]At this very moment, we do not yet have anything that we were able to confirm as cheating through program tampering or the use of external tools. However, we have been learning that there are still some instances of ambiguous behavior or game design elements that can naturally lead you to ask, "That can't be right—is this cheating?".[/p][p]Furthermore, we are aware that unfair situations can occur in our game even without any intention of cheating. For example, matchmaking between solo players and premade parties can create significant imbalances that may very much be perceived to be “unfair.”[/p][p][/p][p]We are committed not only to fight against cheating, but also to do our best to address unclear/confusing game design and unfair systems. We will continue to rely on your feedback to create a cleaner and more transparent game.[/p][p][/p][h2]The Club Meta[/h2][hr][/hr][p]We fully understand that many players feel the club is currently “unreasonably overpowered.” Looking at the actual stats, the club is the second-most used weapon right behind the revolver, and it’s undeniably one of the strongest weapons in the game right now.[/p][p][/p][p]Originally, melee weapons were designed with beginners in mind, stemming from our desire for KILLER INN not to become a game only enjoyable for skilled aimers.[/p][p][/p][p]After CBT1, melee weapons had nerf pass overall, including the clearly overpowered crowbar. However, considering how easy they still are to obtain and to upgrade, we understand there is huge room for further refinement and balance improvement to be done.[/p][p][/p][p]In particular, we feel that the club's power can lead to intense frustration, as a player who doesn't take sufficient countermeasures can be defeated one-sidedly without a chance to fight back.[/p][p]This frustration may be heightened by the fact that KILLER INN does not yet support skill-based matchmaking. New players who are just starting out and advanced players who have been participating since CBT1 often end up playing in the same matches. It is unfair to expect and demand players still learning the game rules to immediately counter powerful weapons and strategies. Therefore, we recognize that the feeling that the club is "unreasonably overpowered" is totally fair and understandable in the current state of KILLER INN.[/p][p][/p][p]On the other hand, we've been seeing advanced players already testing out effective countermeasures against it. KILLER INN features numerous characters, weapons, armor, upgrades, and support items. And the process of players gradually discovering new strategies is an invaluable learning opportunity for us.[/p][p][/p][p]Although we considered pushing a patch with some parameter adjustments, we've concluded that we shouldn't rush making these changes during the ongoing beta test. We don't intend to simply gloss over this issue with quick nerfs. Instead, please allow us to work on improvements that don’t only resolve the problem, but also deepen and enhance the game's enjoyment in future versions. Our players, you do desire a lot better than just easy nerfs.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]Thank you again for playing and supporting KILLER INN, and we deeply appreciate all the feedback you have been sharing. The KILLER INN team has been and will always be listening to you to make KILLER INN better for you.[/p]

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[p]\[UPDATE][/p][h2]Notice of Changes to Event Rules and Duration[/h2][p]To make the event more rewarding for both wolves and lambs, we will be changing the ranking rules and event duration. As part of this update, all current ranking data will be reset, and the event will be restarted from scratch. We sincerely apologize to those who have been playing enthusiastically so far, and we appreciate your understanding and continued support.[/p]

[p][/p][hr][/hr][p]This is your chance to carve your name into the annals of KILLER INN! We’re going to be hosting a ranked challenge event, where the top players will be immortalized in the world of KILLER INN! To receive the top prizes for this event, you must be a member of our official Discord server.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]The challenge will run from Friday, October 10, 2025 at 1pm PT / 4pm ET / 10pm CEST to Sunday, October 12, 2025 at 4pm PT / 7pm ET / 1am CEST (October 13).[/p][p][/p][p]The current rankings will be posted on our Discord server throughout the event![/p][p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]Compete for points earned during the event period.[/p][p]You will earn 1 point by meeting the following condition:[/p][p][/p][p]Condition:[/p][p]Inspect 3 or more clues in Casual Matches, survive, and win the match![/p][p][/p]

• [p]🎁 Top 3: Your name is entered into the in-game guestbook[/p]
• [p]🎁 Top 15: Receive an exclusive Discord role: “Top Detective (CBT2)”[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]Compete for points earned during the event period.[/p][p]You will earn 1 point by meeting the following condition:[/p][p][/p][p]Condition:[/p][p]Conceal 3 or more clues in Casual Matches, survive, and win the match![/p][p][/p]

• [p]🎁 Top 3: Your name is entered into the in-game guestbook[/p]
• [p]🎁 Top 15: Receive an exclusive Discord role: “Top Detective (CBT2)”[/p]

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• [p]Rankings apply to all players. There is no need to enter the event.[/p]
• [p]Only results in Casual Matches are counted towards the event. Results in custom lobbies (private matches) are not counted.[/p]
• [p]Participation in the official Discord server is required in order to claim the event rewards.[/p]
• [p]After the end of the event, the game logs will be verified and the final rankings will be announced on our Discord server.[/p]
• [p]Players who make it into the rankings and wish to claim their prize will need to submit the information below via a form:[/p]
  • [p]KILLER INN support ID[/p]
  • [p]Steam ID[/p]
  • [p]The name you want to appear (screennames only)[/p]
  • [p]Discord username[/p]
• [p]You must submit the information within 7 days of the rankings announcement. If you do not submit the information before the deadline, your reward will be forfeited.[/p]
• [p]If you do not want your name to appear in the game, simply do not submit the form.[/p]
• [p]In the event that the name you wish to use needs to be changed or cannot be used, or you haven’t supplied all the necessary information, someone from Square Enix will contact you through Discord DM. If you are unable to receive the DM, or you do not reply within 7 days, your reward will be forfeited.[/p]
• [p]How long names will appear in-game is yet to be determined.[/p]
• [p]Only screennames will be accepted. Your real name, names of actual individuals, inappropriate names, and attempts to impersonate others are prohibited.[/p]
• [p]Winners must be able to communicate in English or Japanese.[/p]
• [p]Please play responsibly. Unfair play, taking advantage of bugs, or the use of unofficial tools will result in disqualification.[/p]
• [p]Each player may only play on one account. Attempting to manipulate the rankings through the use of multiple accounts is prohibited.[/p]
• [p]Please observe the community guidelines in the Discord server. Bullying or harassment will result in disqualification.[/p]
• [p]Please check your settings so that you can receive Discord DMs from the Square Enix team.[/p]

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[p]\[UPDATE!][/p][h2]The Global Hunt has ended![/h2][p]Thank you to all those who participated in the event! We managed to complete two missions out of three, but unfortunately one mission remained uncompleted, despite everyone’s cooperation.[/p][p][/p][p]MISSION 1: 60,000 Kills[/p][h3]56,523 / 60,000 Kills (94% Complete)[/h3][p][/p][p]✅ MISSION 2: Complete 150,000 Quests [/p][h3]150,000 / 150,000 Quests (100% Complete)[/h3][p][/p][p]✅ MISSION 3: Defeat 5,000 Guardians[/p][h3]5,000 / 5,000 Guardians (100% Complete)[/h3][p][/p][p]As this was KILLER INN's first event, we may have set a slightly too ambitious goal... but rest assured that we will strive to set more enjoyable ones moving forward.[/p][p]Although not all the missions were completed, we would like to thank all the players who participated enthusiastically in this event, and as a token of our appreciation are granting the shotgun skin, usable after the official release, to all participants![/p][p]We hope you will look forward to using it![/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]Work together with all KILLER INN players to complete global missions! Every kill and completed quest you rack up gets everyone one step closer to completing the missions![/p][p]Mission progress will be shared regularly on our official Discord server.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]The challenge will run from Monday, October 6, 2025 at 4pm PT / 7pm ET / 1am CEST (October 7) to Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 4pm PT / 7pm ET / 1am CEST (October 10).[/p][p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]MISSION 1: Rack up 60,000 kills (total for all players)[/h3][h3]MISSION 2: Complete 150,000 quests[/h3][h3]MISSION 3: Defeat 5,000 Guardians[/h3][p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]If Missions 1, 2, and 3 are completed before the end of the event, all players who participated in the game during the event will receive a special shotgun skin you can use after the game’s official release![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][hr][/hr]

• [p]Progress is tracked automatically. There is no need to enter the event.[/p]
• [p]Mission progress will be shared regularly on our official Discord server.[/p]
• [p]Only actions from during the event will count toward the totals.[/p]
• [p]Rewards will only be given to accounts that participated in the game during the event period.[/p]
• [p]Rewards will be distributed after the game is released. Details will be announced at a later date.[/p]
• [p]The shotgun skin is strictly cosmetic and does not affect the game’s balance.[/p]
• [p]Please play responsibly. Unfair play, taking advantage of bugs, or the use of unofficial tools will result in disqualification.[/p]

[p][/p][p]🐏🐏🐺🐏🐏🐺🐏🐏🐺🐏🐏🐺🐏🐏🐺🐏🐏🐺🐏🐏🐺🐏🐏🐺[/p][p][/p][p]Last but not least, be sure to follow/join our official social media channels so you don’t miss out on all the latest info on KILLER INN![/p]

• [p]X[/p]
• [p]Discord[/p]
• [p]Steam News[/p]

[p]Dear Wolves and Lambs,[/p][p]This is the KILLER INN team once again.[/p][p][/p][p]We are thrilled to announce that the second closed beta for KILLER INN is now underway![/p][p][/p][h3]📅 Schedule[/h3][p]Begins: Friday, October 3 at 3pm PT / 6pm ET / 12am CEST (October 4)[/p][p]Ends: Monday, October 13 at 2:59pm PT / 5:59pm ET / 11:59pm CEST[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Those who have been granted access to the test will receive an email notification from Steam, after which they will be able to download the application and launch the game. If you receive an email, make sure it was sent from the official Steam domain before clicking any links.[/p][p][/p][p]Anyone who participated in the last beta, or anyone who was selected for this beta, may take part.[/p][p][/p][p]This closed beta test is primarily being conducted to test network services and game balance. For this reason, testers will be added gradually as the servers become ready. Even if you haven’t received an email yet, you may still gain access during the test period, so please keep an eye out for emails from Steam Playtest.[/p][p][/p][p]KILLER INN is still in development, so you may experience unexpected issues, network latency, or performance drops. Also, we’re currently working on tutorials that guide you through KILLER INN’s unique game rules and mechanics, but these will not be included in this beta test. So, before jumping into this dangerous game of death, we recommend familiarizing yourself with its ins and outs.[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p]Feedback[/p][p]Be sure to send us your feedback on the beta. Bug reports, thoughts, opinions, messages for the developers—we want it all! Your feedback is essential to making KILLER INN a killer experience. Thank you![/p][p][/p]

• [p]Discord[/p]
• [p]Survey (Deadline: October 17, 2025)[/p]

[p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]FAQ:[/h3][h3][/h3][h3]Q1. When will the second closed beta test (CBT2) be?[/h3][p]Begins: Friday, October 3 @3pm PT / 6pm ET / 10pm GMT[/p][p]Ends: Monday, October 13 @2:59pm PT / 5:59pm ET / 9:59pm GMT[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Q2. How is this CBT different from the last one?[/h3][p]We’re implementing a range of improvements based on the feedback players gave us after the first beta. Details about changes will be announced at a later time, so be sure to follow our official channels (X, Discord, Steam News).[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Q3. What should I do if I run into issues? How can I give feedback?[/h3][p]Please use the official KILLER INN Discord! Feel free to report bugs, share your thoughts, or ask questions about game mechanics. Your feedback is essential to making KILLER INN a killer experience, and we truly appreciate your help![/p]

• [p]Discord[/p]
• [p]Survey (Deadline: October 17, 2025)[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Q4. How do I join the beta?[/h3][p]Click the “Request Access” button on the game’s Steam store page. If you already gained access during the first beta, you’ll automatically be able to join CBT2 as well.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Q5. How many closed beta tests will you do?[/h3][p]We’re planning to do several closed beta tests. We want as many players to experience the game as possible.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Q6. Do I need to agree to an NDA to take part?[/h3][p]No, there are no confidentiality requirements. As long as you observe the Guidelines, you are free to stream, capture, and make content however you like![/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Q7. Will there be any differences between the beta test versions and the final version?[/h3][p]Any aspect of the game, from its design to even minor details, may be changed or tweaked. One clear difference is that in the closed beta tests, you can select any character from the start. In the release version, you’ll unlock characters as you play the game, with around half of them initially locked.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Q8. Is chat required to enjoy the game?[/h3][p]No, both voice and text chat are optional. The game is designed to be fun even without them, but it’s definitely a big part of KILLER INN’s appeal. A lively chat makes the game more engaging and really stirs things up![/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Q9. Can I play with friends?[/h3][p]You can matchmake in a party of up to 4 players. You and your party members will always be on the same team, be it wolves or lambs.[/p][p][/p][p]You can also set up Custom Lobbies (Private Matches) to host your own game or join other players’ lobbies. The host can set the lobby to Public to allow anyone to join or set it to Private and share the Lobby ID, which only the host can see, with friends to allow only specific players to join. You can even fill the lobby with 10 friends while it’s set to Private, then change it to Public to fill the remaining spots![/p][p][/p][h3]Q10. What languages will the beta interface and subtitles be available in?[/h3]

• [p]English[/p]
• [p]Japanese[/p]
• [p]French[/p]
• [p]Italian[/p]
• [p]German[/p]
• [p]Spanish[/p]
• [p]LATAM Spanish[/p]
• [p]Brazilian Portuguese[/p]
• [p]Russian[/p]
• [p]Korean[/p]
• [p]Traditional Chinese[/p]
• [p]Simplified Chinese[/p]

[p]Please note that you may encounter overflows and other language-related issues, which we will fix in future versions.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Q11. What are the system requirements to play the closed beta?[/h3][p][/p][p]Closed Beta System Requirements (Minimum)[/p][p][/p][p]Closed Beta System Requirements (Recommended)[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]🐏🐏🐺🐏🐏🐺🐏🐏🐺🐏🐏🐺🐏🐏🐺🐏🐏🐺🐏🐏🐺🐏🐏🐺[/p][p][/p][p]Last but not least, be sure to follow/join our official social media channels so you don’t miss out on all the latest info on KILLER INN![/p]

• [p]X[/p]
• [p]Discord[/p]
• [p]Steam News[/p]

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