Payday 2
News, coverage and analysis tracking Payday 2 across the outlets.
A huge Payday 2 engine upgrade is coming with an open beta on 30th JuneSidetrack Games is upgrading Payday 2 to the Diesel 3.0 engine, bringing performance improvements, a smaller install size, and 64-bit support. An open beta for this update will run from June 30th to the end of July. Starbreeze Studios continues development on Payday 3, while Sidetrack Games, formerly the MUG Team, has taken over the ongoing care of Payday 2.
Game Pass Adds A Fan Favourite As Eight Games Prepare To LeaveXbox Game Pass is adding RV There Yet? and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 to its library across various tiers, including PC Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate. However, eight games, including Rise of the Tomb Raider and Slay the Spire, will be removed from the service on June 30th.
Payday 2's next update is "a massive undertaking" to modernize the FPS, stop crashes, and cut its install size by 60%Sidetrack Games is preparing a massive overhaul for Payday 2, including a move to a 64-bit engine called Diesel 3.0. This update aims to stop crashes, improve general performance, and reduce the game's install size by 63%, from 86 GB to 32 GB. An open beta for the engine upgrade is scheduled to begin on June 30.
Payday 2 is Getting an Engine Upgrade, Open Beta Begins on June 30th via SteamSidetrack Games announced that Payday 2 is receiving an engine upgrade, which includes support for 64-bit systems, DirectX 11, and improved load times. An open beta for the upgrade will begin on Steam on June 30th and run through July to identify and fix bugs.- PAYDAY 2 Engine Upgrade Beta Next WeekSidetrack Games has announced that PAYDAY 2 will receive an engine overhaul, with a beta for the upgrade scheduled for next week. This significant undertaking aims to improve the game's underlying technology.
As its much newer sequel struggles, the 13-year-old Payday 2 is getting a 'massive engine upgrade' that improves performance and cuts the install size in halfStarbreeze Studios and Sidetrack Games are releasing a major engine upgrade for the 13-year-old game Payday 2. This update will port the game to a 64-bit architecture, upgrade to DirectX 11 rendering, and reduce the install size by more than half, improving performance and stability. A public beta for the engine overhaul is scheduled to begin on June 30.
6 Heist and Crime Games Before GTA 6 | TAGThis article provides a list of six heist and crime games to play while anticipating Grand Theft Auto 6. It highlights titles like Payday 2, Monaco: What's Yours Is Mine, The Outlast Trials, A Way Out, Hitman World of Assassination, and Teardown, detailing their co-op or solo gameplay, length, and platform availability. The guide also offers recommendations based on player preferences and available time, with a focus on games where heists are the central experience.- Xbox Game Pass Loses 8 More Games Very SoonMicrosoft is removing eight games from Xbox Game Pass on June 30, including Payday 2, Tomb Raider, Rise of the Tomb Raider, Slay the Spire, Ultimate Chicken Horse, Mecha Break, Volcano Princess, and Unpacking. Subscribers can purchase these titles at a discount before they are delisted. New additions to Game Pass in June include Call of Duty: Vanguard and EA Sports FC 26.
Here's your next batch of Xbox Game Pass games for JuneMicrosoft has announced new games coming to Xbox Game Pass in June and early July, including EA Sports FC 26, Call of Duty: Vanguard, and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4. Several titles are also departing the service on June 30th.
Game Pass adds EA Sports FC 26, RV There Yet?, Winds of Arcana: Ruination, and more in late June to early JulyMicrosoft has announced new titles coming to Game Pass between late June and early July, including EA Sports FC 26, RV There Yet?, and Winds of Arcana: Ruination. Several other games like Junkster, Call of Duty: Vanguard, and Abyssus are also being added. Additionally, the article lists games that will be leaving the Game Pass library on June 30.
Xbox Game Pass lineup for late June 2026 announcedMicrosoft has revealed the upcoming games for Xbox Game Pass in late June 2026, including day-one releases like Junkster and Abyssus. Notable additions include Call of Duty: Vanguard, EA Sports FC 26, and Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4. Several titles are also departing the service at the end of June.
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: EA Sports FC 26, RV There Yet?, Winds of Arcana: Ruination, and MoreXbox Game Pass is adding several new titles throughout June and July, including EA Sports FC 26, RV There Yet?, and Winds of Arcana: Ruination. The service will also see the addition of Call of Duty: Vanguard, Abyssus, and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4. Several games are also leaving the Game Pass library at the end of June.
Call of Duty: Vanguard and EA Sports FC 26 Joining Game Pass This WeekXbox Game Pass is adding several titles throughout June and July, including Call of Duty: Vanguard on June 17th and EA Sports FC 26 on June 18th. New additions also feature Abyssus, RV There Yet?, and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4. Several games will depart the service on June 30th, such as Mecha BREAK and Slay the Spire.
Starbreeze to develop a second Payday experience in RobloxStarbreeze Entertainment is partnering with Gamefam to develop a second Payday experience on the Roblox platform. This new collaboration aims to offer players a distinct entry point into the Payday universe, building on the success of the first Roblox experience, 'Notoriety: A Payday Experience.' The company views Roblox as an increasingly important platform for engaging with its fanbase.
PAYDAY 3 Update 3.4 Brings Reworked Heist and Long-Awaited Bot ImprovementsStarbreeze Studios has released Update 3.4 for PAYDAY 3, introducing a reworked 'No Rest for the Wicked' heist and significant improvements to AI bots, including their ability to pick up bags. This update addresses long-standing player feedback and marks another step in the game's post-launch recovery following a rocky debut. The patch also includes new cosmetic items and gameplay additions like a garbage truck.- Nytt Payday släpps i år – till VRA new virtual reality iteration of the bank-robbing game Payday, titled Payday: Aces High, is set to release in the third quarter of 2024 for Steam VR and Meta Quest. The game will feature up to four players in co-op, with different character archetypes focusing on stealth, gadgets, power, or strategy. This VR entry follows the legacy of Payday: The Heist and Payday 2, as Payday 3 has seen significantly lower player counts.
There's a new Payday game coming later this year, and it's VRStarbreeze Studios has announced Payday: Aces High, a new co-op heist game built specifically for virtual reality, set to launch in Q3 2026 for Meta Quest and SteamVR headsets. Developed by Fast Travel Games, this VR title aims to bring the signature chaos of the Payday franchise to an immersive format, despite ongoing challenges with Payday 3 and recent layoffs at Starbreeze.
Starbreeze's Payday-focused future starts with a co-developed VR gameStarbreeze Studios is expanding the Payday franchise with Payday Aces High, a co-developed VR title with Fast Travel Games launching this year for Meta Quest and SteamVR. Despite middling results from Payday 3, the company remains focused on the crime heist series, with Payday Aces High being the first of several planned expansions. The VR game will feature new heisters and VR-specific mechanics, with cross-platform play between Meta Quest and SteamVR players.- Historien om det svenska spelundretThis article traces the history of the Swedish video game industry, highlighting its rise from humble beginnings to a global powerhouse. It details key companies like DICE, Starbreeze Studios, Paradox Interactive, and Mojang Studios, alongside influential games such as Minecraft, Battlefield, and Crusader Kings. The piece also touches upon the impact of the demoscene, home computer adoption, and the growth of indie development in fostering Sweden's success.
The Newest Payday Game Is Unexpected, And I Hope It's Better Than Payday 3Starbreeze Entertainment has announced Payday: Aces High, a new four-player co-op heist game for virtual reality platforms Meta Quest and SteamVR, developed by Fast Travel Games. This announcement follows the disappointing launch of Payday 3 and aims to rebuild goodwill for the franchise. The VR title is described as a true Payday experience built from the ground up for its medium.