Welcome to the Frequently Asked Questions section of the OT! It’s the best place to go if you have a question about anything related to Killer Instinct Season 3. Let me be real with you guys for a second. I don’t think a lot of people actually read the OT. Call me crazy but a lot of times when you go into another OT it seems like I see a lot people ask questions that were covered somewhere in the OT whether it was in the FAQ or not. I don’t like that. Seeing that rustles my jimmies. It’s like you didn’t even bother to take the time to actually read through something that someone spent several days maybe even weeks or months putting together. With that in mind I’m reserving the right to post this lovely gif (provided by the one and only Zedox) in response to any question that I know was covered in the OT.
FAIR WARNING
The FAQ will be updated as new questions or information arise.
Q: Is this game cross buy?
A: Yes. Any piece of content purchased for the Xbox version will be available on the PC version (aside from KI Classic and KI 2 Classic) and vice versa. Full Cross-buy, both ways.
“In order to access your existing Killer Instinct content on Windows 10, Xbox One owners must receive the Season 3 game update, available starting March 29, 2016. Simply login to your Xbox One console and launch Killer Instinct. Ensure you’re connected to Xbox Live and follow the prompts to receive the update. Once the update is complete, launch Killer Instinct fully. Once the update is complete and you have launched Killer Instinct again, you will be able to login into Windows 10 to access your owned and earned content.”
Q: Is this game cross-play?
A: YES. Users on Xbox can play against users on PC and vice versa
Q: Does this game require Xbox LIVE Gold to play online on PC?
A: No. This game does not require Xbox LIVE Gold in any fashion for people playing on PC. The Xbox version still requires Xbox LIVE Gold to play online
Q: Is an Xbox LIVE account required on PC?
A: Yes. Xbox LIVE accounts are free and you can use Hotmail and Outlook accounts to easily set one up.
Q: Is Season 3 the only season available on PC?
A: No. All seasons are available on PC in the form of the Supreme Edition.
Q: What are the minimum and or recommended specs for the PC version?
A: See above under “General Info”
Q: Is this game available on Steam, GOG, Uplay, Origin, Humble Bundle, GMG, or any other PC storefront?
A: No. Killer Instinct is exclusive to the Windows Store
Q: Is 60FPS really required for playing Ranked on PC?
A: Yes. Your settings must be optimized for 60FPS to be able to play Ranked on PC. You will not be able to play Ranked until they are.
Q: What are the purchasing options for Killer Instinct?
A: See “Pricing” for details
Q: What modes can I access with the free rotating character or an individually purchased character?
A: All modes of the game are available to the free rotating character or individually purchased ones. That includes but is not limited to; arcade mode, online mode, training mode, and so on.
Q: Is there a bundle that includes all three seasons on Xbox/PC?
A: Yes. It is called the Supreme Edition. It is available on Xbox for $60 and PC for $50.
Q: Why is the Supreme Edition $50 on PC but $60 on Xbox?
A: The Xbox version of the Supreme Edition includes KI Classic and KI Classic 2
Q: Is Killer Instinct Classic and Killer Instinct 2 Classic on PC?
A: No. Killer Instinct Classic and Killer Instinct 2 Classic are only available on Xbox
Q: Is Shadow Jago included in the Supreme Edition or any other edition of the game?
A: No. SHADOW JAGO IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE SUPREME EDITION OR ANY OTHER EDITION OF THE GAME.
Q: How do I get Shadow Jago?
A: Shadow Jago will be available for a limited time only for $10.
Q: Will buying the Ultra Edition of Season 3 get me all of the Season 3 characters as well as the Season 1 and Season 2 characters?
A: No. Buying the Ultra Edition of Season 3 will only get you the characters for Season 3. Purchasing the Supreme Edition will get you all the characters.
Q: If I bought one of the other Ultra Editions (S1 or S2) will I get a discount for Season 3 Ultra Edition?
A: No. You do not get a discount for Season 3 Ultra Edition if you bought any of the other Ultra Editions in the past.
Q: Retail?
A: Nope. There’s still the Killer Instinct Combo Breaker Pack if you just want the S1 cast and TJ Combo.
Q: Is this game cross buy?
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Q: Can I unlock characters with XP?
A: No. Characters must be unlocked with money
Q: Can I unlock accessories and colors with KI Gold?
A: Yes
Big thanks to everyone in the Season 2 OT. Y’all are seriously amazing. I legitimately could not have done this without you guys. Special thanks to TroubledBat for proofreading, Poker Face for the Pricing Section, Collingwood for the OT suggestion, Silky for the Google spreadsheet, and Keits for the Rash gifs.
“A giveaway! Wwwwhhhhhaaaaaat?”. That’s right folks, I’m doing a giveaway! What for, you ask? For one of Ultimate Sources Killer Instinct figures! One lucky person is going to get either a Jago, Fulgore, Sabrewulf, Hisako or Shadow Jago figure. The only thing that you need to do is post one of your favorite movie one liners and you’ll be good to go.
Q: Any figure of my choice?
A: Yes! So long as it’s Jago, Fulgore, Sabrewulf, Hisako, or Shadow Jago
Q: Just one figure? Why not offer all of them?
A: What a rude question
Q: How do I get participate in this romp?
A: Simple. Post the figure that you want along with one of your favorite movie one liners. The cheesier the better.
Example:
ONE LINER
Shadow Jago
It’s not a tumor! – Arnold Schwarzenegger, Kindergarten Cop
Be sure to put ONE LINER as well so that I can spot your post more easily
Q: Why are you making me answer a question instead of just having me post what I want?
A: Why to promote creative thinking and intelligent discussion of course. Also, I like one-liners.
Q: Who will decide the winner?
A: Me.
Q: When will you decide the winner?
A: Within 48 hours of this thread going up.
Q: When will I get the figure?
A: Depends. I could have the figure sent to your place at checkout or have it sent to mine first. We’ll work out the details via PM.
Q: So you’re paying for the figure but I’m guessing you’re going to make me pay for shipping amirite?
A: I will pay for shipping in the US. If you live overseas you’ll have to pay for shipping
Q: Will you ship to Europe/Asia/Australia/South America/Central America/Canada?
A: As stated above. I will pay for shipping in the US. If you don’t live in the US, you’ll have to pay for shipping.
Q: What do I do when I get the figure?
A: Microwave
Q: When I opened the case all I found was a scratched up DVD copy of 50 Shades of Grey. Did you just take the figure out like a douche and mail me something else instead?
A: "Two words, my friend. No refunds." - Marcus, Borderlands