Since the launch of PAYDAY 3 in 2023, we’ve been releasing new content and updates at a regular cadence.
Some of the bigger changes include:
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All Heists are now Free!
- As of September 2026, all previously paid DLC heists are now included in the base game, and all future heists will also be free for all players!
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Follow the PAYDAY Gang’s story in Campaign Mode
- We’ve made it easier and more compelling to follow the story of PAYDAY 3, with all-new cinematics and rewritten lore, with room to expand in future.
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Crimebonds and Contracts - New Progression Paths
- These new systems allow you to earn brand new weapons and cosmetics via gameplay.
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Unreal Engine 5 Upgrade
- This engine upgrade improves performance, reduces disk space needed for the game, and allows us to improve PAYDAY 3 in new ways.
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CRIME.NET returns - Server Browser
- Use the iconic CRIME.NET map interface to find the lobbies that interest you quickly, with optional heist, tactic and difficulty filters. You can also create your own lobby for others to join, or play solo alongside team AI.
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New Skill System - Skills 2.0
- Replacing EDGE, GRIT and RUSH, this new skill system gives you more freedom to play the way you want.
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New Armor System - Armor 2.0
- This redesigned, customizable armor system allows you to mix and match armor chunk types to suit your playstyle.
We’ve also introduced many other changes including:
- Multiple New Heists and Heist reworks
- Multiple Weapon Packs, Tailor Packs and more
- Peer-to-Peer lobby hosting
- Updated Tutorial
Browse the Content Updates page to see details of new heists, weapons and more, check the Roadmap to see what's coming in the near future, and read the Latest News for all the latest Changelogs and more.