Unlock Killer New Styles Through the Limited-Time NieR:Automata Collaboration
SYDNEY (May 22, 2026) – Today, SQUARE ENIX launched a Free Trial for their fast-paced asymmetrical team action shooter, KILLER INN, allowing players to get a taste of the murder mayhem before purchasing the game. Alongside the Free Trial, KILLER INN has debuted a new limited-time-only collaboration with SQUARE ENIX’s action role-playing game, NieR:Automata. Plus, the paid version of the game will be 75% off until June 4, 2026.
The Free Trial allows players to jump into the game at no cost and with no playtime restrictions. Free trial users are subject to some limitations with match eligibility and playable characters. Those who purchase the game after playing the Free Trial will have their progress carried over to the full game, which is currently available at a 75% discount.
The Free Trial arrives just in time for the collaboration with SQUARE ENIX’s blockbuster action role-playing game, NieR:Automata. This beloved post-apocalyptic story comes to life in KILLER INN through new themed skins, artwork and more.
The items featured in the NieR:Automata collaboration event include:
- Two new Collaboration Skins: Cosplayer 2B & Martial Artist 9S
- Eight new NieR:Automata themed Collaboration Banners
- Eight themed emotes with pixel art effects
- Eight Collaboration Titles based on NieR:Automata
- A limited-time Battle Pass, which allows players to earn themed rewards by gaining XP to progress through the rankings
Additionally, the development has recently introduced Patch 0.9.3, which brings a host of improvements and updates, including:
- Updates to custom matches, including new options and allowing all participants to use characters unlocked by the host
- Defenses against instant kills have been simplified and adjusted
- Showdown mode will now start at 6 players remaining instead of 3 players; the threshold will automatically adjust for smaller matches
- Updates to matchmaking for beginner players
- Various updates to character ability and weapon balancing and bug fixes
KILLER INN is rated M (Mature) by the ESRB, PEGI-18, and MA15+ by the ACB. Developed by Tactic Studios and published by SQUARE ENIX in collaboration with TBS GAMES. For more information, visit: https://www.square-enix.com/killer-inn/en-us/.
About KILLER INN
KILLER INN is a thrilling asymmetrical action shooter, fought between the minority team of wolves and the majority team of lambs. Set in a mysterious old castle, 24 players engage in a life-or-death battle of deception. Wolves must disguise themselves amongst the lambs, taking them down one by one. The lambs collect clues (hair, fingerprints, clothing, etc.) left behind at the murder scenes to narrow down the wolves and eliminate them. Enjoy a battle between detectives and murderers as if you have wandered into the world of a mystery drama.
KILLER INN is a collaborative project between TBS GAMES, the game business brand of TBS Television, and Square Enix. Combining the entertainment field know-how of both companies, we will bring a new experience to customers inside and outside Japan with this brand-new IP.
About Square Enix, Inc.
Ranked as the #1 Publisher of the Year in 2025 by Metacritic.
Square Enix, Inc. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX and TAITO branded entertainment content throughout the Americas as part of the Square Enix group of companies. The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY, which has sold over 209 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST, which has sold over 97 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS. Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S.-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.
More information on Square Enix, Inc. can be found at https://square-enix-games.com
