PAYDAY 2 Steam news

• Latest observed players27.6K · 6 October 2026 - 15:27:46 UTC
• SteamPulse tracked peak247,628
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• Review score89% positive
• Total reviews674,517
• Release dateAug 13, 2013
• DeveloperOVERKILL - a Starbreeze Studio.
• PublisherStarbreeze Entertainment

Genres: Action, RPG

Company pages: Developer: OVERKILL - a Starbreeze Studio.Publisher: Starbreeze Entertainment

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PAYDAY 2 Steam news

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Latest Steam announcements

• PAYDAY 2: Update 248.2 Changelog - 25 September 2026

  Hello heisters!Got another round of level adjustments mainly targeting the newly released Under the Hammer heist.We've been trying to further improve performance as well as address some of the feedback on the level. There are still many areas around the map where performance dips heavily, which we are still investigating. PAYDAY 2: Update 248.2 ChangelogDownload Size: 135MBGeneralFixed controller issues in the briefing menuHeistsUnder the HammerFurther improved optimizationRemoved test button in the front car parkRaised the chances for IT to do their job in stealthThe vault ceiling can now be exploded earlyUpdated textures on some of the charactersAdded a ding to the elevator door openingSlightly increased the speed of the roof zipline from 115s to 100sReduced the interaction time on cover removals for the failsafe and puzzleFixed multiple achievements only being unlocked for the hostFi…

• PAYDAY 2: Update 248.1 Changelog - 17 September 2026

  Hello heisters!We saw performance issues for quite a few players since the engine upgrade and finally narrowed it down to faulty "Garbage Collection". These fixes should resolve the issue some players were having where the game would repeatedly stutter or freeze.We also saw the reports that came in regarding our first heist Under the Hammer, and put together a list of fixes and changes based on the feedback. There are still a few known issues left along with general performance issues we'll keep looking into.PAYDAY 2: Update 248.1 ChangelogDownload Size: 45MBGeneralFixed frequent stuttering related to LUA garbage collection on certain systemsFixed converted Zeal Heavy Swat enemies having incorrect outlinesUpdated localization filesHeistsFixed missing glowing indicators while playing on low graphics settings on several heists like The Diamond Heist, Lost In Transit and Under The HammerUn…

• Payday 2 continues its impressive resurgence with an all-new heist, out now - 16 September 2026

  New Payday 2 heist DLC Under the Hammer sends you into an old auction house to get your hands on the clue to a long-lost fortune. Read the full story on PCGamesN: Payday 2 continues its impressive resurgence with an all-new heist, out now

• PAYDAY 2: Under The Hammer Heist - 15 September 2026

  Hello Bidders!Long before the events of the White House heist, help Bain obtain an item that will lead to a lost lost fortune.The New Under The Hammer Heist PackRaise up your paddles, and make your bids. Featuring a new heist, a unique shotgun, new hammer melee, 2 masks and a free sight!The Under the Hammer HeistThe Karussell Revolving ShotgunThe Last Call melee weaponThe Comedy and The Tragedy masksEveryone who completes the "BFD Junior" achievement will unlock the new "Vintage Sight" regardless if you own the dlc or not!Read more about it on the store page here:Update 248 ChangelogFind the Changelog Here!Keep those lasers burning!Sidetrack Games - An Outsourced Studio

• PAYDAY 2: Update 248 Changelog - 15 September 2026

  Hello heisters!Got an new update for you all, to coincide with the new content drop. Incase you missed it, the new Under The Hammer Heist DLC has been released! Check it out:PAYDAY 2: Update 248 ChangelogDownload Size: 1.7 GBGeneralAdded the option to change the output audio deviceFixed a crash related to lootbags in VRInterfaceFixed mission ending dialog being delayed when the player has gone down multiple timesFixed a crash on the Epic Game Store when opening the "Edit Game Settings" menu in lobbiesHeistsArt Gallery/Framing Frame Day 1Adjusted culling portals to avoid vanishing props through a far away doorway when standing inside the storage roomWeaponsFixed flamethrower firing sounds not stopping when tap firingFixed enemy weapons being too loudFixed missing gadget mounts when equipping "McShay Mod Pack" parts on the AK weapon groupArbiter Grenade LauncherIncreased basic fragmentati…

• PAYDAY 2: Update 247.3 Changelog - 3 September 2026

  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 ChangelogDownload Size: 16 GBThis is the first build on our new build automation so this will be larger than usual- future patches will be much smaller.WeaponsAdded a special cleanup case for weapons to prevent modded charms from erasing the entire weapon if the charm stops existing - better late tha…

• PAYDAY 2: Update 247.2 Changelog - 19 August 2026

  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 ChangelogDownload Size: 282.6 MBGeneralFixed players on the Epic Game Store being unable to get past the Press Any Key screen if they have no friends on their friendslistAdded safety checks to prevent some crashes related to custom perk decksFixed no audio playing for people with low-end CPUs.Fixed no lobbies appearing when using -steamMMFixed crash when loading custom modelsFixed some modded textures being rendered incorrectlyFixed crash when closing the game on EpicInterfaceThe "Custom Heist Tracks" menu now tags map variants like Holdout and EscapeBows and Crossbow weapons now have a default arrow head icon for ammunition mods when no special arrow types are appliedHeistsLab RatsFixed a sniper spawn loca…

• PAYDAY 2: Update 247.1 Changelog - 14 August 2026

  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 ChangelogDownload Size: 12.8 MBGeneralFixed 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 fasterFixed Brazilian Portuguese localisation not workingFixed some broken lighting on AMD systemsModdingFixed SystemFS not deleting folders with files that started with full stops '.'

• PAYDAY 2 dropped the Native Linux version so you'll need to use Proton - 13 August 2026

  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: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/08/payday-2-dropped-the-native-linux-version-so-youll-need-to-use-proton/

• PAYDAY 2: Update 247 Changelog - 13 August 2026

  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 GuidePAYDAY 2: Update 247 ChangelogDownload Size: 32GBDiesel Engine v3.0The engine is now 64bit!The renderer is now DirectX 11Better CPU utilization, especially for "performance" cores on CPUs that support multi-threadingNew asset compression system, the game will now be much smaller on your storage drivesFaster loadi…

• PAYDAY 2: Engine Upgrade Open-Beta - Extension - 31 July 2026

  Hello HeistersThis 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 already in the open-beta will be able to play immediately, anyone not in the beta will need to update.

• PAYDAY 2: Engine Upgrade Open-Beta - OUT NOW! - 30 June 2026

  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 ReportingWe 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 \ Engine Upgrade Open-Beta steam post.How to join the betaOpen your steam libraryR…

• Payday 2's next update is "a massive undertaking" to modernize the FPS, stop crashes, and cut its install size by 60% - 27 June 2026

  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-player peaks on Steam as its successor struggles to stay at just 1,000. Rather than simply rest easy, however, the new team is preparing for its biggest overhaul yet, transporting the heist shooter across to a fresh engine that should result in smoother gameplay at a massively reduced file size. Read the full story on PCGamesN: Payday 2's next update is "a massive undertaking" to modernize the FPS, stop crashes, and cut its install size by 60%

• PAYDAY 2: Engine Upgrade Open-Beta Announcement - 26 June 2026

  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 bitsAn upgrade from DX9 to DX11 renderingGame file size reduction to ~32gbFaster load times on SSDs6 character lobby codesAnd 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!Sidetrack Games ː2ːxː2ːxː2ːxː2ːxː2ːxː2ː

• PAYDAY Steam Summer Sale - 25 June 2026

  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 franchise!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.View the PAYDAY Summer Sale Page

• PAYDAY 2: Update 246.1 Changelog - 22 May 2026

  Hello heisters!Got a a small update fixing a couple of issues from the last update.PAYDAY 2: Update 246.1 ChangelogDownload Size: 18.3 MBGeneralUpdated localization filesFixed crash when throwing Incendiary grenadesFirestarterAirport (Day 1)Using shaped charges will now trigger the alarm properlyDisabled a voice line in stealth that mentioned copsFixed an issue that would cause the OVE9000 saw with the "Silent Motor" equipped to trigger the alarm when used in certain locationsUpdates 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…

• PAYDAY 2: Update 246 Changelog - 19 May 2026

  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 GunTypically used in an emergency to signal for help or supplies.MAGAZINE1TOTAL AMMO6RATE OF FIRE23DAMAGE155ACCURACY72STABILITY68CONCEALMENT27THREAT10RELOAD TIME2.5sNOTESDirect 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 BranchNot for cookingDAMAGE70 (400)KNO…

• PUBG: Battlegrounds x PAYDAY Celebration Sale - 13 May 2026

  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.

• Get your PAYDAY in PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS | Live Now! - 13 May 2026

  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 stea…

• PAYDAY 2: Update 245 Changelog - 30 April 2026

  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 ChangelogDownload Size: 131.9 MBGeneralFixed crash when using a ECM feedback on an in-custody players ECMFixed Heavy Zeal Sniper not spawning in Holdout modesFixed a crash relating to cops dying from DOT while the player is in custodyFixed some missing mask materials that were not included in the drop poolsFixed the "Shock Baton" melee weapon not using the correct model when viewed from a third personGameplayKilled enemies in loud now alert other nearby enemiesIncreased the Saiga Dozers damage on Mayhem and below to account for the base damage that was reduced the update priorFixed vehicles not being able to be respawned when they get stuckFixed snipers not returning to their shooting position s…

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