Payday 3
In short: Payday 3 is an action game released in 2023 by Starbreeze Studios, available on PC, PlayStation and Xbox. Our score: 6.5/10 (best picked up on a discount). Lowest price we found right now: $24.89.
Pull off the biggest heists with your crew.
Payday 3 brings the cooperative heist shooter into a new era with a move to New York City and Unreal Engine 5 visuals. Four players plan and execute elaborate heists ranging from bank robberies to art gallery infiltrations, with each mission playable through stealth or full assault approaches. The heist design emphasizes player choice with multiple entry points, escape routes, and objectives that can be tackled in different orders. Gunplay has been refined with modern FPS mechanics while maintaining the series' signature weapon customization depth. The skill system allows specialized builds for hacking, crowd control, medical support, or raw firepower. Stealth gameplay is more viable with improved AI awareness systems and non-lethal takedown options.
Game details
- Developer: Starbreeze Studios
- Publisher: Deep Silver
- Release year: 2023
- Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Xbox
- Category: action
Our review
A heist shooter that disappointed fans of the beloved Payday 2. Always-online requirement and lack of content at launch frustrated the community.
Pros
- Improved gunplay
- Better graphics
- Heist variety
- Co-op fun
Cons
- Always-online
- Lacking content
- Lost Payday 2 charm
- Server issues at launch
FAQ
- How many players?
- Up to 4 players in online co-op heists.
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Last updated: 01/04/2026