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| Major update | 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 also retiring the old native Linux branch, as it is no longer in development and causes confusion for new Linux users… | 24706671 | |
| Community | 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 please do make a post about it in the open-beta bug reporting subforum! As a reminder when the beta is complete anyone al… | — | |
| In-game event | 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 huge change, there will be bugs and issues that need addressing. The open beta will be going for the entire month of Jul… | 20593384 | |
| Community | 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 upgrade from DX9 to DX11 rendering · Game file size reduction to ~32gb · Faster load times on SSDs · 6 character l… |
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| News | 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 are also discounted ; this is your chance to score potentially hundreds of hours of criminal chaos across the franchi… | — |
| Game update | 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 trigger the alarm properly · Disabled a voice line in stealth that mentioned cops · Fixed an issue that would… | 23347634 |
| In-game event | 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 Weapon Pack . We have gotten a lot of feedback and are happy that you liked our offerings. It's clear that the Ballerina… | 23295757 |
| Sale | 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 PAYDAY 2 in future updates. | — |
| Esports | 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 different heists and redesigned them for the ‘jump in a play’ arcade mode. Take on the iconic PAYDAY Dozers and Cloakers… | — |
| Major update | 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: 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 d… | 23012903 |
| Release | 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 game with you all. Earlier this month, you've also seen us dabble into our first content additions, and now it's time f… | — |
| Community | 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 consistent, and easier to understand for players around the world. A more accessible and globally fair PAYDAY As part of this… | — |
| Game update | 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 with the HQ weapons option turned off when a client player is using an unmodified Pipette Mk.2 · Fixed "Zipped" b… | 22650069 |
| Game update | 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 Weapon - Pipette Mk.2 Compact and disguised to look like a bike pump, this covert weapon can silently take out isolated… | 22586606 |
| Game update | 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 time to prepare, so expect some quiet time for a little bit while Gage cooks. Edit: There was a crash when placing turr… | 22151133 |
| In-game event | PAYDAY 2: Update 243 Changelog Hello heisters! This update focuses on mask customization, general fixes and a new method to obtain the Jacket character- Lets get to the good stuff! Mask Customization Overhaul Welcome to the future of mask making! We put some time overhauling the mask customization system from the original 2013 " one material, two colors" into something more modern and flexible - The new system will now utili… | 21944583 |
| Community | PAYDAY 2: Jacket Character Pack Standalone DLC Coming Soon! Previously only available through Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number Digital Special Edition , the Jacket Character Pack for PAYDAY 2 will soon be available as a Standalone DLC! Existing and future owners of Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number Digital Special Edition will still keep/own the Jacket Character Pack in PAYDAY 2! | — |
| Community | PAYDAY Player Survey – Win a $70 Amazon Voucher Hey Heisters, We want to hear from you. Help us better understand your playstyle, preferences, and overall experience with PAYDAY by taking our 10-minute Player Survey . The Loot: Complete the survey for a chance to win one of five $70 Amazon voucher s (or local equivalent). Winners will be notified by email within 14 days after the survey closes. Read carefully. Be honest. The survey is now cl… | — |
| Game update | PAYDAY 2: 242.2 Hotfix Hello everybody, we heard all the commotion and got to work immediately to resolve the biggest issues... And a little nitpick or two. Changelog Update Size: 6.5 MB · Fixed a crash related to Alt-Tabbing or minimizing the window when using Exclusive Fullscreen during a loading screen · Fixed borderless windowed mode not using the configured desktop resolution as its maximum value · Fixed a crash… | 21720594 |
| Game update | PAYDAY 2: Update 242.1 Changelog Hello heisters! New year, new updates. Welcome to the official first year of updates coming to PAYDAY 2! This update focuses heavily on engine improvements, mod support, crash handling, balance adjustments and as always more quality of life! On the topic of engine improvements, To make sure you're all very aware you can now run the game at maximum texture quality with greater confidence that yo… | 21697591 |
| News | PAYDAY Winter Sale Now On! It’s time to get together with your friends and play PAYDAY this holiday season! Finish your PAYDAY 2 DLC collection for a steal. The PC version just got brand-new Wolf voicelines, improved akimbo weapon skins, and a stack of quality-of-life updates. Looking for more PAYDAY Games? The entire PAYDAY franchise is discounted during the Winter Sale! Browse all PAYDAY Games | — |
| In-game event | PAYDAY 2: Update 242 Changelog Hello again heisters! To start with, we want to take a moment to express our gratitude and happiness for the warm welcome by everyone. Thank you guys! All the extra feedback we've been getting has been really useful in knowing what quality of life improvements players (and modders) actually want. Keep it coming, we're listening! We've taken a careful look at the anti-cheat and DLC checks for bo… | 21211761 |
| In-game event | PAYDAY 2: Update 241 Changelog Hello heisters! We've got a much deserved stability update for you right here, but before that a quick introduction from us - the Sidetrack Games team! We are a small team of ex-modders turned developers of RAID: World War II. We're familiar with the engine and the pitfalls that come with it and are doing our best to make PAYDAY 2 on PC a smooth experience. It has to be said, we can't focus on… | 20468472 |
| Community | PAYDAY 2: The Next Chapter Hello heisters, We’re excited to announce that we’re partnering with Sidetrack Games to support the PC-versions of PAYDAY 2 with quality-of-life improvements and general game fixes. Sidetrack (formerly known as the M.U.G. Team) is a talented team with deep roots in the PAYDAY modding community. Their work on RAID: World War II showed that they have the skill and perseverance to deliver quality… | — |
| Game update | PAYDAY 2: Matchmaking Certificate Update Hello heisters! We've updated a security certification that could have caused matchmaking issues for players on older operating systems. The game is now future-proofed! | 20180454 |
| News | PAYDAY Franchise Sale The PAYDAY Trilogy is ON SALE now - don’t miss the heist of the century! Haven’t yet walked the mean streets of PAYDAY? Now’s your chance to suit up, break in, and get away clean… for a killer price. All three PAYDAY games and many DLCs are discounted; this is your chance to score potentially hundreds of hours of criminal chaos across the franchise! PAYDAY Franchise Sale on Steam Grab the trilo… | — |
| Release | PAYDAY 2: Subscription Now Available! I bet this one wasn’t on your 2025 bingo card, PAYDAY 2 is getting a subscription! It should be noted that we’re not changing anything, just adding an option for those who want it. We hope this can be a cost effective alternative for players who aren’t sure whether or not they’re interested in PAYDAY 2 , you can pick up the base game for cheap and add the subscription for a cheap and easy look… | — |