Surprise 10th Anniversary Update Announced For Killer Instinct

And developer Iron Galaxy is back.

By Matthew D'Onofrio, News Editor Posted: August 7, 2023

Killer Instinct turns 10 years old this year on November 22.

Our friends @IronGalaxy are back! And together, we’re bringing you Killer Instinct's free 10th Anniversary Update later this year – including a balance update, improved matchmaking, and 4K support for Series X|S.

More info coming soon!

— Killer Instinct (@KillerInstinct) August 5, 2023

The fighting game is set to make a significant return with a surprise free 10th anniversary update, an announcement that was made during EVO 2023. It will bring enhancements specifically for Xbox Series X|S, including support for 4K resolution. The update will also be handled by the original developer, Iron Galaxy, and will introduce a balance patch along with improved matchmaking, positioning Killer Instinct for the next generation of players.

The band is back together again. Stay tuned for @KillerInstinct updates in the near future! https://t.co/QVPIeqZj9c

— Iron Galaxy Studios (@IronGalaxy) August 5, 2023

In case you weren’t aware, Killer Instinct hasn’t seen a major update in over six years. Despite being released 10 years ago, the game remains beloved amongst fans. Back in 2017, Killer Instinct launched on Steam. However, the all-time peak barely scratched 700 players, and the game currently sees a 24-hour peak of just over 50.

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Matthew D'Onofrio, News Editor

Matthew “dinofries” D'Onofrio is a writer, content creator, podcaster and — most importantly — a gamer. With such a strong passion for video games and a severe case of FOMO, it's no surprise he always has his finger on the pulse of the gaming world. On the rare occasion Matt's away from a screen, you'll find him strumming away on his acoustic guitar or taking care of his cat Totoro.