PAYDAY 2

OVERKILL - a Starbreeze Studio. · Starbreeze Entertainment

Released: Aug 13, 2013
Platforms: Windows
Last updated: 06 Sep 2026, 15:59 GMT

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03 Sep 2026Developer post
PAYDAY 2: Update 247.3 Changelog
Hello heisters! Another round of fixes. We're still looking into the performance issues from the v3 engine update, thank you for understanding and helping us in the bug report forums with all the information provided! This update focuses on some small fixes along with some invent
Hello heisters!
Another round of fixes. We're still looking into the performance issues from the v3 engine update, thank you for understanding and helping us in the bug report forums with all the information provided!
This update focuses on some small fixes along with some inventory cleanup to help with some mods removing items from inventories when being disabled. We're developing a new cleanup system for inventories to not destroy items forever if you accidentally open your inventory with mods disabled but with all save data related changes we're testing it thoroughly.
PAYDAY 2: Update 247.3 Changelog
Download Size: 16 GB
This is the first build on our new build automation so this will be larger than usual- future patches will be much smaller.
Weapons
Added a special cleanup case for weapons to prevent modded charms from erasing the entire weapon if the charm stops existing - better late than never!
Note: Because of the limited information present in saves charms have the ID prefix wpn_fps_upg_charm_ and only modded charms that follow that naming scheme will clean up in this way, thankfully that is most weapon charm mods!
Fixed the "Aran G2" sniper rifle mistakenly not using skill based damage bonuses
Fixed some akimbo variants of some guns not using their respective stat boost mods
Fixed Kross Vertex SMG default sling mount vanishing
Main Menu
Fixed some graphical errors in the main menu background
Heists
Hotline Miami
Fixed meth cooking instructions being blurry when playing on lower texture quality
The Safehouse
Fixed shadow when the roulette table is not present in Bonnie's corner
Fixed more misc props having arbitrary lower texture quality
Beneath The Mountain
Fixed team Ai getting stuck above the elevator shaft if a peer leaves the lobby there
Art Gallery
Fixed several bag stuck spots around the rooftop windows
Fixed the left side door not being openable ;)
Updates may be incompatible with the mods you may have installed. Even seemingly unrelated mods may cause unexpected issues. If you are experiencing any problems with the game; try removing any mods you may have installed and try again.
If you are having issues with an unmodded game you can try to verify the integrity of the game files. In the Steam library; right-click on PAYDAY 2. Select "Properties" from the menu. Under the tab "LOCAL FILES" select "VERIFY INTEGRITY OF GAME FILES...". The process may take some time to finish.
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19 Aug 2026Developer post
PAYDAY 2: Update 247.2 Changelog
Hello heisters! We're working on fixing the performance issues some users seem to be getting, in the meantime we have some misc fixes and small QoL improvements. PAYDAY 2: Update 247.2 Changelog Download Size: 282.6 MB General Fixed players on the Epic Game Store being unable to
Hello heisters!
We're working on fixing the performance issues some users seem to be getting, in the meantime we have some misc fixes and small QoL improvements.
PAYDAY 2: Update 247.2 Changelog
Download Size: 282.6 MB
General
Fixed players on the Epic Game Store being unable to get past the Press Any Key screen if they have no friends on their friendslist
Added safety checks to prevent some crashes related to custom perk decks
Fixed no audio playing for people with low-end CPUs.
Fixed no lobbies appearing when using -steamMM
Fixed crash when loading custom models
Fixed some modded textures being rendered incorrectly
Fixed crash when closing the game on Epic
Interface
The "Custom Heist Tracks" menu now tags map variants like Holdout and Escape
Bows and Crossbow weapons now have a default arrow head icon for ammunition mods when no special arrow types are applied
Heists
Lab Rats
Fixed a sniper spawn location sinking into the ground
Undercover
Fixed missing collision that would allow a sniper to hit players through the larger building on Undercover Heist
Weapons
Fixed the "Flintlock Freddy" event weapon not granting the "Royal Bayonet" item
Updates may be incompatible with the mods you may have installed. Even seemingly unrelated mods may cause unexpected issues. If you are experiencing any problems with the game; try removing any mods you may have installed and try again.
If you are having issues with an unmodded game you can try to verify the integrity of the game files. In the Steam library; right-click on PAYDAY 2. Select "Properties" from the menu. Under the tab "LOCAL FILES" select "VERIFY INTEGRITY OF GAME FILES...". The process may take some time to finish.
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14 Aug 2026Developer post
PAYDAY 2: Update 247.1 Changelog
Hello heisters! Got a small update here that fixes some bugs people found in the initial Diesel 3.0 release. PAYDAY 2: Update 247.1 Changelog Download Size: 12.8 MB General Fixed save files not loading for Epic games players ( Your save file is not gone or corrupted! Sorry for th
Hello heisters!
Got a small update here that fixes some bugs people found in the initial Diesel 3.0 release.
PAYDAY 2: Update 247.1 Changelog
Download Size: 12.8 MB
General
Fixed save files not loading for Epic games players (Your save file is not gone or corrupted! Sorry for the stress)
Fixed a bug where the saving indicator would spin faster and faster
Fixed Brazilian Portuguese localisation not working
Fixed some broken lighting on AMD systems
Modding
Fixed SystemFS not deleting folders with files that started with full stops '.'
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13 Aug 2026GamingOnLinux
PAYDAY 2 dropped the Native Linux version so you'll need to use Proton
OVERKILL / Starbreeze Entertainment announced that PAYDAY 2 has dropped support for their Native Linux version with a big update to the game with 64bit support. Read the full article here:
13 Aug 2026Developer post
PAYDAY 2: Update 247 Changelog
Hello heisters! The time has come to push the upgraded engine update. For the following month we will temporarily leave the legacy game in the beta branches for players that have immediate issues can swap to a playable build. Linux players - Please read! With this release we are
Hello heisters!
The time has come to push the upgraded engine update.
For the following month we will temporarily leave the legacy game in the beta branches for players that have immediate issues can swap to a playable build.
Linux players - Please read!
With this release we are also retiring the old native Linux branch, as it is no longer in development and causes confusion for new Linux users.
Linux players will need to use the Proton features of steam, additionally we have prepared a guide on how to transition save files over to the current build of the game: Linux Migration Guide
PAYDAY 2: Update 247 Changelog
Download Size: 32GB
Diesel Engine v3.0
The engine is now 64bit!
The renderer is now DirectX 11
Better CPU utilization, especially for "performance" cores on CPUs that support multi-threading
New asset compression system, the game will now be much smaller on your storage drives
Faster loading times!
New content ownership system
Native VR, the game no longer needs 2 different EXE files to play flatscreen and VR
In-game voice chat has been implemented for "Epic Online Services" matchmaking
General
Updated localization files
The game's language can now be specified with the command line argument -language english/german/french/etc. instead of having to edit context.xml
Fixed mask clipping on "Joy" and "Jacket" with some masks
Fixed "Dead By Daylight" entitlements on Epic Games platform not awarding when a Nebula account is linked
Input
Mouse input in menus is now based off of the real position of your mouse
The game will no longer "eat" your mouse courser while Alt+Tab'ing out of the game
Fixed the mouse wheel being able to scroll on other monitors while ingame
Added native support for PlayStation 4 controllers
All text boxes now support modern text editing features like Ctrl+Arrows for navigation, Ctrl+Backspace for deletion and more
Interface
The "Lobby Code" UI is now only 6 alphanumeric characters long, making it easier to share your lobby
Matchmaking distance filters have been updated to Country/Region/Worldwide instead of the older Close/Far/Worldwide options
Added more frame rate limit options
Gameplay
Fixed a crash when placing a spy camera deployable just before the end of a heist
The "Tag Team" perkdeck ability can now be activated through enemies and has improved hit detection on teammates
Fixed dropped Marshal Shields sometimes beeping and flashing indefinitely for clients
Fixed an issue causing the concussion explosion from shooting a Marshal Shield's light to sometimes not sync when a triggered by a client
Potentially fixed an issue that could sometimes cause instant detection when entering a room with enemies
Corpse and Shield disposal are now limited to disposing up to 4 corpses and shields per frame, respectively, and will continue after a short interval when this limit is reached
This will prevent lag spikes when switching from higher corpse limit settings to lower ones, and help with big multikills that go over the limit
Weapons
Fixed reflections on the "Kunai Knife" melee weapon
Increased the damage on the "China Puff 40mm Grenade Launcher" from 960 to 1000
Fixed the "Hailstorm Mk 5" set to Volley mode not being able to pierce body armor
Fixed a bug with the Flaregun airdrops that caused them to land on bag-only collision
Removed the concealment penalty on the "Pocket Laser" gadget to fall in line with other laser gadgets
Included the “Pocket Laser” and “Tactical Pistol Light” to the low-tier card drop pool as no other weapon mods had this limitation
Enabled gadgets on the "Midas Touch" Legendary weapon skin
Players may need to re-apply the legendary skin for the gadget slot to unlock
Fixed sticker placement on "UAR Rifle | Longclaw" on the "Raptor Polymer Body" mod
Fixed sticker placement on "UAR Rifle | Peacekeeper Blue" on the "Raptor Polymer Body" mod
Increased the texture resolution of the "Apocalypse | Locomotive 12G Shotgun"
Heists
Fixed props on multiple heists using low resolution textures
Holdout Gamemode
Added the job's name to the holdout contract box to display "HOLDOUT: HEISTNAME" rather than just "HOLDOUT"
The Safehouse
Fixed the briefing video being too loud
Removed John Wick IP from the "Shooting Range", the location is now available for all players
The Yacht Heist
Fixed being able to pick up the money bundle loot items multiple times
GO Bank Heist
Fixed outhouse doors and failing to remove collision when exploded
Border Crossing Heist
Fixed a barrel that could accidentally being removed when spawning in the Mexican section of the heist.
Fixed a “Lost Tapes” keycard spawning mid-air in some variations of the map.
Updates may be incompatible with the mods you may have installed. Even seemingly unrelated mods may cause unexpected issues. If you are experiencing any problems with the game; try removing any mods you may have installed and try again.
If you are having issues with an unmodded game you can try to verify the integrity of the game files. In the Steam library; right-click on PAYDAY 2. Select "Properties" from the menu. Under the tab "LOCAL FILES" select "VERIFY INTEGRITY OF GAME FILES...". The process may take some time to finish.
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31 Jul 2026Developer post
PAYDAY 2: Engine Upgrade Open-Beta - Extension
Hello Heisters This is just a quick announcement to say the open-beta for the V3 engine will be extended to further weed out the oddities we've been getting reports on. We are now aiming to release out of beta on the 13th of August 2026. If you've been having issues recently plea
30 Jun 2026Developer post
PAYDAY 2: Engine Upgrade Open-Beta - OUT NOW!
Hello Heisters! The time has come to trial the upgrades coming to PAYDAY 2. The Diesel engine has been restructured, and even though most of the changes are under the hood, it brings along with it a number of technical improvements players have long been asking for. This is a hug
Hello Heisters!
The time has come to trial the upgrades coming to PAYDAY 2. The Diesel engine has been restructured, and even though most of the changes are under the hood, it brings along with it a number of technical improvements players have long been asking for.
This is a huge change, there will be bugs and issues that need addressing. The open beta will be going for the entire month of July to make sure the transition goes smoothly. That being said...
Bug Reporting
We have created a new forum on the steam discussions called Open-Beta Bug Reporting. Please use it to report issues you may encounter. Before reporting, please make sure that the issue is related to the beta. Any reported bugs that existed prior to the beta will be moved to the regular bug reporting forum.
For more information, head over to the [FaQ] Engine Upgrade Open-Beta steam post.
How to join the beta
Open your steam library
Right-Click on the game PAYDAY 2
Select "Properties" from the dropdown
On the left side of the properties panel select "Game Versions & Betas"
Now select the beta branch "open_beta Diesel 3.0 Beta"
Disclaimer for modded games
Mods will likely be broken and for the beta we want to find un-modded issues, we recommend uninstalling all mods for the duration of the beta. Backing up save data is recommended as some mods (like custom weapons) will be removed from your inventory when uninstalling mods.
We're working with the modding community to keep old modded file formats compatible with new game versions.
PAYDAY 2: 247 Open-Beta Changelog
Download Size: 32 GB
Diesel 3.0
The game is now 64bit!
The game's renderer is now DirectX 11
New asset bundling system with compression (game is now down to ~32gb!)
Faster load times for SSDs
Completely rewrote the "Epic Online Services" implementation
In-game voice chat has been implemented for "Epic Online Services" matchmaking
Reduced lobby codes to just 6 characters
The "Modern CPU Support" launch option no longer needs to be selected
Better usage of "performance" cores on CPUs that support SMT
Fixed initial resolution setup on first time boot
VR
VR and non-VR versions of the game are now one executable file, there should be no interruption caused by this
General
The game's language can now be specified with the command line argument -language english/german/french/etc. instead of having to edit context.xml
The "Tag Team" perkdeck ability can now be activated through enemies and has improved hit detection on teammates
Removed a startup video advertising the legacy collection
Fixed Cheater tag not being applied correctly in certain scenarios
Masks
Fixed mask clipping on "Joy" and "Jacket" with some masks
Fixed "Dead By Daylight" entitlements on Epic Games platform not awarding when a Nebula account is linked
Input
Mouse input in menus is now based off of the actual position of your mouse
The game will no longer "eat" your mouse courser while Alt+Tab'ing out of the game
Fixed the mouse wheel being able to scroll on other monitors while ingame
Added native support for PlayStation 4 controllers
All text boxes now support modern text editing features like Ctrl+Arrows for navigation, Ctrl+Backspace for deletion and more
Interface
The "Lobby Code" UI now no longer appears above certain UI elements
Matchmaking distance filters have been updated to Country/Region/Worldwide instead of the older Close/Far/Worldwide options
Added 180Hz frame rate limit option
Weapons
Fixed reflections on the "Kunai Knife" melee weapon
Increased the damage on the "China Puff 40mm Grenade Launcher" from 960 to 1000
Fixed the "Hailstorm Mk 5" set to Volley mode not being able to pierce body armor
Fixed a bug with the Flaregun airdrops that caused them to land on bag-only collision
Fixed a crash when placing a spy camera deployable just before the end of a heist
Heists
Added the job's name to the holdout contract box to display "HOLDOUT: HEISTNAME" rather than just "HOLDOUT"
The Safehouse
Fixed the briefing video being too loud
Removed John Wick IP from the "Shooting Range", the location is now available for all players
The Yacht Heist
Fixed being able to pick up the money bundle loot items multiple times
GO Bank
Fixed outhouse doors and failing to remove collision when exploded
Skins
Fixed sticker placement on "UAR Rifle | Longclaw" on the "Raptor Polymer Body" mod
Fixed sticker placement on "UAR Rifle | Peacekeeper Blue" on the "Raptor Polymer Body" mod
Increased the texture resolution of the "Apocalypse | Locomotive 12G Shotgun"
Known Issues
Switching monitors in the video settings does not work, please use Win+Shift+Arrows for now
Missing textures on low texture settings
Bloom effects aren't visible
Some sounds are distorted
Occasional physics bugs and slowdowns may occur
For Mod Developers
Below is an abridged list of a few major changes, more details can be found in the forum post: HERE!
Steam and EpicMM interfaces have been replaced with new Distribution and DistributionMatchmaking interfaces that share identical features no matter where someone is playing the game
The new "Crate" bundling system allows custom map mods to write their own packages to be able to access units found in maps in-game without loading the package for the entire map
Animation and SoundBank editing mods will be broken for the time being until auto-upgraders can be implemented in the popular mod loader
Updates may be incompatible with the mods you may have installed. Even seemingly unrelated mods may cause unexpected issues. If you are experiencing any problems with the game; try removing any mods you may have installed and try again.
If you are having issues with an unmodded game you can try to verify the integrity of the game files. In the Steam library; right-click on PAYDAY 2. Select "Properties" from the menu. Under the tab "LOCAL FILES" select "VERIFY INTEGRITY OF GAME FILES...". The process may take some time to finish.
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27 Jun 2026PCGamesN
Payday 2's next update is "a massive undertaking" to modernize the FPS, stop crashes, and cut its install size by 60%
It's been nine months since Starbreeze handed the Payday 2 reins over to Sidetrack Games to continue supporting it, while the original developer focused on improving Payday 3. So far, the numbers are very much in Sidetrack's favor, with Payday 2 still routinely pulling 30,000-pla
26 Jun 2026Developer post
PAYDAY 2: Engine Upgrade Open-Beta Announcement
Hello Heisters ! It is time to announce the next update coming for the game, and its quite a big one... This is a huge milestone for PAYDAY 2 and it has been a massive undertaking for our team. Some of the improvements are but not limited to: The long awaited port to 64 bits An u
Hello Heisters!
It is time to announce the next update coming for the game, and its quite a big one...
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This is a huge milestone for PAYDAY 2 and it has been a massive undertaking for our team.
Some of the improvements are but not limited to:
The long awaited port to 64 bits
An upgrade from DX9 to DX11 rendering
Game file size reduction to ~32gb
Faster load times on SSDs
6 character lobby codes
And more...
With any big change, there are bound to be some bugs, therefore we will have an open beta period running starting from June 30th until the end of July. This should give us time to iron out any potential quirks, and also for modders to get their mods updated. More information will be revealed about the beta test on the 30th.
Welcome to the world of tomorrow!
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25 Jun 2026Developer post
PAYDAY Steam Summer Sale
The sun is baking, the birds are singing, and Wolf is taking a well-deserved avkoppling in the garden. That can only mean one thing: It's time for the PAYDAY Steam Summer Sale ! ː2ː Get the PAYDAY 2 Base Game and PAYDAY 2 DLCs for a steal! ːdallaspd3ː Other PAYDAY Games and DLCs
22 May 2026Developer post
PAYDAY 2: Update 246.1 Changelog
Hello heisters! Got a a small update fixing a couple of issues from the last update. PAYDAY 2: Update 246.1 Changelog Download Size: 18.3 MB General Updated localization files Fixed crash when throwing Incendiary grenades Firestarter Airport (Day 1) Using shaped charges will now
Hello heisters!
Got a a small update fixing a couple of issues from the last update.
PAYDAY 2: Update 246.1 Changelog
Download Size: 18.3 MB
General
Updated localization files
Fixed crash when throwing Incendiary grenades
Firestarter
Airport (Day 1)
Using shaped charges will now trigger the alarm properly
Disabled a voice line in stealth that mentioned cops
Fixed an issue that would cause the OVE9000 saw with the "Silent Motor" equipped to trigger the alarm when used in certain locations
Updates may be incompatible with the mods you may have installed. Even seemingly unrelated mods may cause unexpected issues. If you are experiencing any problems with the game; try removing any mods you may have installed and try again.
If you are having issues with an unmodded game you can try to verify the integrity of the game files. In the Steam library; right-click on PAYDAY 2. Select "Properties" from the menu. Under the tab "LOCAL FILES" select "VERIFY INTEGRITY OF GAME FILES...". The process may take some time to finish.
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19 May 2026Developer post

PAYDAY 2: Update 246 Changelog

Drop in heisters! Time to pan fry some bacon. This update includes the whole new PUBG Weapons Pack for FREE, bringing you the iconic Frying Pan and Flare Gun from the Battlegrounds! The update also includes fixes and adjustments to items from the previously released Espionage Wea

Drop in heisters!

Time to pan fry some bacon. This update includes the whole new PUBG Weapons Pack for FREE, bringing you the iconic Frying Pan and Flare Gun from the Battlegrounds!

The update also includes fixes and adjustments to items from the previously released Espionage Weapon Pack. We have gotten a lot of feedback and are happy that you liked our offerings. It's clear that the Ballerina was the weakest link in the pack, so based on your suggestions it has been given some improvements!

New Weapon - Flare Gun

Typically used in an emergency to signal for help or supplies.

MAGAZINE	1
TOTAL AMMO	6
RATE OF FIRE	23
DAMAGE	155
ACCURACY	72
STABILITY	68
CONCEALMENT	27
THREAT	10
RELOAD TIME	2.5s
NOTES	Direct contact with exploding flares may cause heavy burn damage. Warning! 12-gauge flares and shotgun shells should never be mixed.

2 New Melee Weapons - The Fry Pan & The Olive Branch

Not for cooking

DAMAGE	70 (400)
KNOCKDOWN	150 (450)
CHARGE TIME	3s
RANGE	175
CONCEALMENT	28

New Mask Pattern

PAYDAY 2: Update 246 Changelog

Download Size: 132.3 MB

General

Card drops will now factor already owned masks into mask drops
- This will make masks you do not already own drop more frequently
Added a safety check to support mods causing '_sound_fire' crashes
Added a safety check for a potential mod conflict relating to menu scene managers
Fixed ECM Feedback timers being shorter then intended since the last update
Fixed occasional crash on Steam if the Epic Games Launcher is installed

Interface

Fixed some mask material loot drops showing the red square icon
Fixed the inventory icon for the “Laser Chronometer” being blurry when on low texture quality
Improved the ingame hud icon of the "Viper Grenade"

Weapons

Grenade launchers can now equip the -4 accuracy boost to be used with the "Sting Grenade" ammo mod
Fixed statistic tracking on the Espionage Weapon Pack content
Fixed a potential crash with modded or invalid van skins
Fixed a crash relating to legacy Legendary customization locked weapon mods
Fixed weapon equip animations not playing after masking up

Strix Pistol

Slightly increased the ammo pickup on with the "OWL Subsonic Kit" equipped to match other similar weapons

Ballerina 9mm

Added a 5% damage bonus while a target is within 8.5m.
Increased base ammo pickup from 0.4-2 to 3-5
Increased base concealment from 21 to 25
Increased the damage on the "Pointe Barrel" weapon mod from 2 to 12
Increased the concealment penalty on the "Pointe Barrel" weapon mod from 3 to 4

DECA Technologies Dart Projector

Fixed crash when shooting a teammate with the "Sedation Dart" while the Friendly Fire mutator is active
Fixed occasional crash when a player tries to shoot themselves with a “Revival-Stimulant” dart
Fixed being able replenish darts by picking up arrows

Heists

Firestarter

Couple of updates ago, we removed an oversight that allowed you to jump the fence and be able to complete most the heist without much of a challenge. A lot of players weren't happy with this change and while we don't want to bring the exploit back, we tried to make the existing stealth a bit less unfair as a compromise.

Airport (Day 1)
- Alerted gangsters no longer cause the heist to go loud automatically, instead it is triggered by loud gunfire
- Added a security room spawn
- Added a 10% stealth completion bonus
- Added bodybags asset
- Added glow to some existing lights
- Made some of the dumpsters openable
- Fixed navigation issues with the large gates when they are shot open

Nightclub

Cameras no longer spawn as titan variants on higher difficulties
- The random chance for titan cameras made the map undesirable to play and players kept restarting until they didnt spawn.

Counterfeit

Fixed the unlimited ink equipment pickups being consumed on pickup

Slaughter House

Set the default cosmetic set to the "Legacy Tactical" suit when no default suits are applied

Green Bridge

Added vision blockers to the under-side of the bridge to prevent enemies shooting players through the floors

Framing Frame

Art Gallery (Day 1)
- Fixed a background building that was in the middle of the road near the van
- Fixed a laser emitter looking the wrong way.

Reservoir Dogs

Highland Mortuary (Day 1 2)
- Added missing collision to some electrical boxes

Heat Street

Fixed the collision on the stairs after reaching the second half of the heist

Brooklyn 10-10

Fixed the collisions on some stairs in the finale area

GO Bank

Potentially fixed a rare instance where cage no location is picked, softlocking the heist

Updates may be incompatible with the mods you may have installed. Even seemingly unrelated mods may cause unexpected issues. If you are experiencing any problems with the game; try removing any mods you may have installed and try again.

If you are having issues with an unmodded game you can try to verify the integrity of the game files. In the Steam library; right-click on PAYDAY 2. Select "Properties" from the menu. Under the tab "LOCAL FILES" select "VERIFY INTEGRITY OF GAME FILES...". The process may take some time to finish.

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13 May 2026Developer post
PUBG: Battlegrounds x PAYDAY Celebration Sale
To celebrate today’s release of the PAYDAY mode in PUBG: Battlegrounds , we’re kicking off a special PAYDAY celebration sale on Steam! Save up to 50% on PAYDAY 2 and PAYDAY 3 base games. And stay tuned for upcoming PUBG-inspired items and cosmetics arriving in both PAYDAY 3 and P
13 May 2026Developer post
Get your PAYDAY in PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS | Live Now!
Hello Heisters! We are excited to bring you PAYDAY in PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS . We have been working with the great people at PUBG Studios to bring you this limited-time PAYDAY co-op heist mode for PUBG Arcade on PC, and dropping on Console on May 21. We took four popular, vastly dif
Hello Heisters!
We are excited to bring you PAYDAY in PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS.
We have been working with the great people at PUBG Studios to bring you this limited-time PAYDAY co-op heist mode for PUBG Arcade on PC, and dropping on Console on May 21.
We took four popular, vastly different heists and redesigned them for the ‘jump in a play’ arcade mode. Take on the iconic PAYDAY Dozers and Cloakers as you attempt to get your hands on the loot, while fighting off the opposition in this new AI system purpose built for the PUBG x PAYDAY collaboration.
All heists will offer an experience that feels fresh no matter if it’s your first time behind the mask or a veteran heister. Players who played the heists in PAYDAY 3 will enjoy seeing how the missions have been streamlined and rebuilt within PUBG.
So mask up with your crew from the Battlegrounds and pull off the heists you know from PAYDAY 3 in stealth or loud. Hit the Diamond District and fill your bags with sparkles, bust open and empty the large vault in The Exchange, take on the Nightclub and grab the riches hidden below, or go fully loud on Road Rage as you are taking on a convoy of trucks filled with loot.
As a crew of four heisters, you get to pick between five different classes, Assault, Medic, Tank, Marksman, and Ghost, to suit your playstyle and collaborate with your team to plan your approach. Every job can go differently depending on how you and your crew play it. Go in guns blazing or take the stealthy approach, it’s all up to you.
Every heist you complete will level up your class and unlock new skills and weapons.
PUBG drop for our Heisters
We all love a good heist, so while they weren't looking we stole some awesome gear for all the heisters out there. A bag of PUBG loot will drop into both PAYDAY 3 and PAYDAY 2 in upcoming patches.
Be on the lookout for the “With Love From Erangel” Challenge; unlock the Lone Survivor suit and mask in PAYDAY 3, as well as the iconic frying pan weapon charm and some kick-ass weapon stickers for your enjoyment.
PAYDAY 2 crews will also get some swag. You will be able to bash Dozers with frying pans, while literally frying cops with the flaregun.
And no PUBG heister shall go empty handed: in the PUBG x PAYDAY game mode there are 3 complete outfits, 2 loot bags, and 8 standalone masks. 5 of the masks are from famous heisters. There are a total of 19 pieces of cosmetic unlocks to hunt for and keep forever.
Check out the PUBG x PAYDAY Trailer
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Check out this trailer and get pumped up for some heisting with "Baby Driver", an original track created exclusively for the PUBG x PAYDAY Arcade mode by the wonderful 070 Shake.
PAYDAY is free to play in PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
PC: May 13 – June 17
Console: May 21 – June 25
Read more about this update.
Last but not least, don't miss the PUBG x PAYDAY Streamer Challenge, a competitive streaming event that rewards both your heisting skills in-game and your performance as a streamer. Here is your chance to heist a $100,000 prize pool!
Keep those helmets flying.
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30 Apr 2026Developer post
PAYDAY 2: Update 245 Changelog
Hello heisters! Got an new update for you all, to coincide with the new content drop. Incase you missed it, the new Espionage Weapon Pack DLC has been released! Check it out: View game page PAYDAY 2: Update 245 Changelog Download Size: 131.9 MB General Fixed crash when using a EC
Hello heisters!
Got an new update for you all, to coincide with the new content drop. Incase you missed it, the new Espionage Weapon Pack DLC has been released! Check it out: View game page
PAYDAY 2: Update 245 Changelog
Download Size: 131.9 MB
General
Fixed crash when using a ECM feedback on an in-custody players ECM
Fixed Heavy Zeal Sniper not spawning in Holdout modes
Fixed a crash relating to cops dying from DOT while the player is in custody
Fixed some missing mask materials that were not included in the drop pools
Fixed the "Shock Baton" melee weapon not using the correct model when viewed from a third person
Gameplay
Killed enemies in loud now alert other nearby enemies
Increased the Saiga Dozers damage on Mayhem and below to account for the base damage that was reduced the update prior
Fixed vehicles not being able to be respawned when they get stuck
Fixed snipers not returning to their shooting position spot after stumbling
Interface
Added stat display panel for throwables
Fixed the "Copycat" perkdeck showing an incorrect cooldown time when using the Blitzkrieg Bop card
Weapons
OVESAW 9000
Saw hits are now calculated from the middle of the screen, rather then from the blades viewmodel.
Increased base damage from 23 to 92
Saw damage used to have a hidden 4 times damage multiplier to locks, which made the damage display on the UI misleading. With this change the actual damage of the weapon is clearer, while also making it more usable against enemies
Reworked ammo consumption from a random range of 5-15 per hit to a flat 5 per hit
Reduced magazine capacity from 150 to 100
While seemingly a nerf, with the ammo consuption change the effective ammo capacity is higher now then it was previously
Decreased the intensity of screen shake and visual recoil when using a saw
Visual recoil is only applied now when the saw hits a surface
Increased the damage bonus for the "Sharp Blade" weapon mod from 3 to 12
Reduced the alert radius of the “Silent Motor” weapon mod from 8.5m to 2m
Reworked the “Fast Motor” weapon mod to double the rate of fire to 800 instead of giving 3 damage
Increased ammo usage reduction on the "Saw Massacre" skill from 50% to 80%
Heists
Golden Grin Casino
Fixed a ceiling lamp missing transparency on its contact shadows
Updates may be incompatible with the mods you may have installed. Even seemingly unrelated mods may cause unexpected issues. If you are experiencing any problems with the game; try removing any mods you may have installed and try again.
If you are having issues with an unmodded game you can try to verify the integrity of the game files. In the Steam library; right-click on PAYDAY 2. Select "Properties" from the menu. Under the tab "LOCAL FILES" select "VERIFY INTEGRITY OF GAME FILES...". The process may take some time to finish.
Sidetrack Games ːthedː
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30 Apr 2026Developer post
PAYDAY 2: The Espionage Weapon Pack
Hello spiesters! For the past few months, we at Sidetrack have been working hard to bring you updates that fix long standing issues, as well as deliver features that make PAYDAY 2 even better. The feedback you've given us has been wonderful, and we will continue to work on the ga
Hello spiesters!
For the past few months, we at Sidetrack have been working hard to bring you updates that fix long standing issues, as well as deliver features that make PAYDAY 2 even better. The feedback you've given us has been wonderful, and we will continue to work on the game with you all.
Earlier this month, you've also seen us dabble into our first content additions, and now it's time for a much bigger one. We hope you enjoy what we cooked up and choose to support us, so interm we can support you.
The Espionage Weapon pack
View game page
View game pageWelcome to a new era of espionage. Featuring 3 new guns and 2 new gadgets.
Strix Pistol
Ballerina 9mm Submachine Gun
DECA Technologies Dart Projector
Laser Chronometer
Spy Camera
Read more about it on the store page here:
Update 245 Changelog
Find the Changelog Here!
PAYDAYGame Stream
For those of you that haven't heard, we’ll be live at 17:00 CEST today on Twitch and YouTube to show off the new update. Feel free to stop by!
Keep those lasers burning!
Sidetrack Games - An Outsourced Studio
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09 Apr 2026Developer post
New Regional and Simplified Pricing of PAYDAY Games and DLCs
Hey Heisters, We have an update on pricing across PAYDAY The Heist , PAYDAY 2 , and PAYDAY 3 . Starting on April 14th on Steam, with other PC and console platforms to follow, we are introducing a new global pricing structure designed to make PAYDAY more accessible, more consisten
Hey Heisters,
We have an update on pricing across PAYDAY The Heist, PAYDAY 2, and PAYDAY 3.
Starting on April 14th on Steam, with other PC and console platforms to follow, we are introducing a new global pricing structure designed to make PAYDAY more accessible, more consistent, and easier to understand for players around the world.
A more accessible and globally fair PAYDAY
As part of this update, we have adjusted regional pricing to better reflect local currencies and how prices differ across regions. This means that many players in regions such as Brazil, Indonesia, Mexico, India, South Korea, Latin America, and the CIS will see meaningful price reductions in their local currency.
A simpler and more consistent pricing model
Over time, pricing across PAYDAY content has become overly complex, with different packs priced in different ways depending on when and how they were released. While that made sense at the time, it has made the catalogue harder to navigate than it should be.
With this update, we are introducing clear pricing tiers across content types so you always know what to expect:
PAYDAY The Heist: $9.99 (previously $14.99)
PAYDAY 2 and PAYDAY 3 Heists: $4.99
PAYDAY 2 and PAYDAY 3 Tailor Packs: $2.99
PAYDAY 2 Weapon Packs: $2.99
PAYDAY 2 Character DLCs: $1.99
PAYDAY 3 Weapon Packs: $3.99
This creates a more transparent and predictable structure across all PAYDAY content.
As part of this change, several popular PAYDAY 2 heist DLCs, including Crude Awakening, Hostile Takeover, and Buluc's Mansion, are being reduced from $6.99 to $4.99. A small number of older items, such as Hotline Miami, Scarface Heist, and Armored Transport, are being adjusted slightly upward to align with the same structure.
Looking ahead
PAYDAY continues to grow as one of the most content-rich co-op experiences in gaming. We are focused on improving PAYDAY 3 for current players while making it easier for new players to jump in. At the same time, with Sidetrack Games continuing to support PAYDAY 2, the franchise will keep expanding with new content.
This new pricing structure lays the foundation for what comes next. A more consistent, more transparent, and more accessible PAYDAY.
New heists, new gear, and more reasons to get back in the van are on the way.
Thanks for being part of the crew. We will see you on the job.
Original post
05 Apr 2026Developer post
PAYDAY 2: Update 244.1 Changelog
Hello heisters! We have a small patch fixing a few issues that arose from the last update. That is all, happy easter everyone! PAYDAY 2: Update 244.1 Changelog Download Size: 15.7 MB Updated localization files Added VR inventory icon for the Pipette Mk.2 Fixed infinite loading wi
Hello heisters!
We have a small patch fixing a few issues that arose from the last update.
That is all, happy easter everyone!
PAYDAY 2: Update 244.1 Changelog
Download Size: 15.7 MB
Updated localization files
Added VR inventory icon for the Pipette Mk.2
Fixed infinite loading with the HQ weapons option turned off when a client player is using an unmodified Pipette Mk.2
Fixed "Zipped" bot boost sometimes applying even when not equipped
Fixed crash when trying to play Four Stores through the Career Mode or CRIME.NET
Fixed a crash relating to friendly Ai getting tased by environmental effects
Updates may be incompatible with the mods you may have installed. Even seemingly unrelated mods may cause unexpected issues. If you are experiencing any problems with the game; try removing any mods you may have installed and try again.
If you are having issues with an unmodded game you can try to verify the integrity of the game files. In the Steam library; right-click on PAYDAY 2. Select "Properties" from the menu. Under the tab "LOCAL FILES" select "VERIFY INTEGRITY OF GAME FILES...". The process may take some time to finish.
Sidetrack Games ːYː
Original post
01 Apr 2026Developer post
PAYDAY 2: Update 244 Changelog
Oh hello there heisters! Unfortunately, the safehouse kitchen caught fire while Gage was cooking, so we're going to need some more time. For now, enjoy a FREE update with some NORMAL additions to the game. No jokes here! PAYDAY 2: Update 244 Changelog Download Size: 68 MB New Wea
Oh hello there heisters!
Unfortunately, the safehouse kitchen caught fire while Gage was cooking, so we're going to need some more time. For now, enjoy a FREE update with some NORMAL additions to the game. No jokes here!
PAYDAY 2: Update 244 Changelog
Download Size: 68 MB
New Weapon - Pipette Mk.2
Compact and disguised to look like a bike pump, this covert weapon can silently take out isolated targets.
MAGAZINE
5
TOTAL AMMO
25
RATE OF FIRE
27
DAMAGE
258.3
ACCURACY
68
STABILITY
12
CONCEALMENT
27
THREAT
0
RELOAD TIME
3.3s
NOTES
Can pierce enemies. But not armor, walls or shields!
Weapons
Added the perfectly normal "Pipette Mk.2" to the Secondary weapons list, please do not modify it.
Added "Burst Fire" mod, A multi-shot fire mode with delayed recoil to improve accuracy.
Weapons with burst fire modes benefit from a scaling recoil reduction for every bullet being fired in a burst. Only the final bullet will have full recoil kick.
Added fire mode mod options to fully-automatic pistols;
STRYK 18c Pistol
Bernetti Auto Pistol
Czech 92 Pistol
Igor Automatik Pistol
Henchmen Abilities
The crew needed some love. Introducing four new abilities for the crew to choose from!
Added "Zipped" ability: granting players more cable ties based on the number of crew AI present in the game.
Added "Flash Pop" ability: crew AI will throw concussion grenades when downed with a cooldown.
Added "Judo Master" ability: crew AI will counter a cloaker strike with a cooldown.
Added "Electrician" ability: crew AI will counter a taser's shock with a cooldown.
General
Fixed third person tool bag (blue) incorrectly having outlines
Fixed base coat bleed-through on the "Happy Clown" mask pattern
Fixed visual error in offshore PAYDAY that would pick fake-out cards that were not "safed"
Fixed cosmetics not displaying properly on magazines of the Contractor Pistol (Fix provided by soosh.exe)
Fixed the textures on Tasers flickering when being approached (Fix provided by Whurr)
Fixed a potential crash when selecting a random contract on CRIME.NET
Gameplay
Increased the magazine capacity for IZHMA Bulldozers from 7 back to 20
Their base damage was also reduced by 33% to compensate for lengthy mag-dumps
Increased the maximum amount of Throwing Axes from 3 to 6
This change intends to make them more in line with the Throwing Knives
Increased maximum cable tie limit from 9 to 10
Akimbo shotguns now use secondary lower "optimal range" stats
Prevented being able to pick up a sentry gun multiple times as a client when the connection to the host is delayed
Fixed being able to deploy bipods while in the process of crouching down or standing up, resulting in a glitched-out camera view
Fixed a crash related to team AI targeting turrets
This issue mostly affected players using overhaul mods
Fixed a potential crash relating to the "Sixth Sense" skill when players spawn
Interface
Fixed custom weapon skin icons still not being displayed
Fixed "Coins" reward icon not using the correct transparency
Heists
Diamond Heist
Fixed a stuck spot in the construction wing by the copy machine
Jewelry Store / Ukrainian Job
Fixed several spots where bags could be thrown out of bounds
Ukrainian Prisoner Heist
Fixed a color-grading value being missing, causing some visual effects to not be displayed
Hoxton Breakout
The Search (Day 2)
Fixed a keycard at the entrance desk sometimes spawning inside a Gage package
Fixed a keycard at the archive desk partially spawning inside books
Fixed being able to pick up servers in the IT room before the door is opened
Firestarter
Airport (Day 1)
Added an invisible wall above the starting airport fence until said fence is breached
Golden Grin Casino
Added new enemy spawn locations on the second floor of the casino
Fixed bottlenecked enemy spawns slowing down assaults
Watchdogs
Boat Load (Day 2)
Fixed VR players being able to pick up magical bags of coke from under the floor in the parking lot
White Xmas
Enabled dual-mode ziplines allowing players to move bags with them
Updates may be incompatible with the mods you may have installed. Even seemingly unrelated mods may cause unexpected issues. If you are experiencing any problems with the game; try removing any mods you may have installed and try again.
If you are having issues with an unmodded game you can try to verify the integrity of the game files. In the Steam library; right-click on PAYDAY 2. Select "Properties" from the menu. Under the tab "LOCAL FILES" select "VERIFY INTEGRITY OF GAME FILES...". The process may take some time to finish.
Sidetrack Games ːAː
Original post
05 Mar 2026Developer post
PAYDAY 2: Update 243.1 Changelog
Hello heisters! This update is just a couple fixes focusing on the issues that some players were experiencing after the last update, as well as addressing a few miscellaneous reports that came up. We're preparing more updates, there are a few things in the works that need more ti
Hello heisters!
This update is just a couple fixes focusing on the issues that some players were experiencing after the last update, as well as addressing a few miscellaneous reports that came up.
We're preparing more updates, there are a few things in the works that need more time to prepare, so expect some quiet time for a little bit while Gage cooks.
Edit: There was a crash when placing turrets, the issue is now fixed. Sorry for the inconvenience.
PAYDAY 2: Update 243.1 Changelog
Update Size: 1.1 GB
General
Updated localization files
Changed the "Sicario" Perk Deck tier 1 skill, not triggering the 1 second cooldown reduction from kills made while the smoke grenade is active
Snipers no longer duck when being shot at
Prevented the "Sixth Sense" skill from triggering instantly when stopping
Fixed "Buzzbomb" achievement not counting kills with the "Shock Baton" Melee
Fixed a rare crash, occuring if a throwable dealt damage at the same time as the player was brought into custody
Fixed a period of silence playing during the anticipation phase of the "Hot Pursuit" heist track
Masks
Adjusted the materials on the "Mega Richard Returns" masks to make its city skyline more visible with all colors
Fixed some clipping issues with the "Mega Richard Returns" mask on certain characters
The "Paint Stripper" mask material will now keep the original mask effect colors instead of overriding them for supported masks
Only applicable for the "Mega Richard Returns" mask for now
Fixed color mapping errors on "Dinosaur Stripes" and "Prehistoric Predator"
Fixed "Barbed Wire" mask pattern overwriting accent B instead of A
Fixed "Smiley" mask not supporting the new mask shaders
Fixed a rare crash for customized masks that were locked by an unowned DLC pattern
UI
Adjusted the formatting for mask customization item descriptions
Mask customization will now warn you what items are being consumed when crafting a mask
Removed drill card icons from the pool of possible fakeout cards
Fixed Overwritten patterns not applying your selected accents when they can be applied to masks
Fixed secondary deployables from the "Jack of all Trades" skill not displaying their quantities correctly on the mission briefing menu
Heists
Fixed blurry preplanning on maps from the "Silk Road" campaign when playing with lower texture qualities settings
Bank Heist
Added navigation links for friendly AI to exit the bank through the windows (rather than run around the entire building)
Minor navigation fixes around the parking lot fences
Fixed navigation around the lobby-to-office area being disconnected
Lab Rats
Fixed bags falling off the ledges after they were released from the zipline
Weapons
Secondary and Piggyback sights now use aim down sight animations, making them easier to use
Lowered the empty reload timing on the "China Puff" grenade launcher to better match its animation
Lowered the volume of the third person shooting sounds for the M308
Fixed sniper rifles with fire rate increasing mods having their firing animations desynced when aiming down sights
Adjusted Commando 553 weapon parts stats, removed hidden penalties from long barrel
Updates may be incompatible with the mods you may have installed. Even seemingly unrelated mods may cause unexpected issues. If you are experiencing any problems with the game; try removing any mods you may have installed and try again.
If you are having issues with an unmodded game you can try to verify the integrity of the game files. In the Steam library; right-click on PAYDAY 2. Select "Properties" from the menu. Under the tab "LOCAL FILES" select "VERIFY INTEGRITY OF GAME FILES...". The process may take some time to finish.
Sidetrack Games ːPː
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Updates & announcements

Hello heisters!

PAYDAY 2: Update 247.3 Changelog

Download Size: 16 GB

Weapons

Main Menu

Heists

Hotline Miami

The Safehouse

Beneath The Mountain

Art Gallery

Hello heisters!

PAYDAY 2: Update 247.2 Changelog

Download Size: 282.6 MB

General

Interface

Heists

Weapons

Hello heisters!

PAYDAY 2: Update 247.1 Changelog

Download Size: 12.8 MB

General

Modding

Hello heisters!

Linux players - Please read!

PAYDAY 2: Update 247 Changelog

Download Size: 32GB

Diesel Engine v3.0

General

Input

Interface

Gameplay

Weapons

Heists

Hello Heisters

Hello Heisters!

Bug Reporting

How to join the beta

Disclaimer for modded games

PAYDAY 2: 247 Open-Beta Changelog

Download Size: 32 GB

Diesel 3.0

VR

General

Masks

Input

Interface

Weapons

Heists

Skins

Known Issues

For Mod Developers

Hello Heisters!

Hello heisters!

PAYDAY 2: Update 246.1 Changelog

Download Size: 18.3 MB

General

Firestarter

Drop in heisters!

New Weapon - Flare Gun

2 New Melee Weapons - The Fry Pan & The Olive Branch

New Mask Pattern

PAYDAY 2: Update 246 Changelog

Download Size: 132.3 MB

General

Interface

Weapons

Strix Pistol

Ballerina 9mm

DECA Technologies Dart Projector

Heists

Firestarter

Nightclub

Counterfeit

Slaughter House

Green Bridge

Framing Frame

Reservoir Dogs

Heat Street

Brooklyn 10-10