What changed in PAYDAY 2 in 2019

134 updates · 12 main milestones · Jan 24, 2019 to Dec 16, 2019

  1. 53 events
    Fixed ragdoll issue with shotgun killsbug fix

    Fixed an issue with ragdolls that made enemies sometimes appear to hit an invisible wall after being killed by a shotgun

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    Clarified Gage pack rewards textlocalization

    Clarified text for Gage pack rewards to make it clear what the player unlocks

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    Fixed attachment issues with Akimbo Para Submachine Gunsbug fix

    Fixed so that you can equip the Titanium Skeleton Grip on the Akimbo Para Submachine Guns

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    Changed coins to Continental Coins in weapon modding screenlocalization

    Changed the word coins to Continental Coins on the button for buying mods in the weapon modding screen

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    Fixed filter window position on Crime.netbug fix

    Fixed so that the filter window on Crime.net does not change position when switching game mode

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    Fixed results screen freeze on large payoutsbug fix

    Fixed an issue where host and clients could get stuck in the results screen when the payout was very large

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    Fixed safe inspection issue in Steam Inventorybug fix

    Fixed so that you can switch safes while inspecting them in the Steam Inventory

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    Fixed Casing Mode display in The White Housebug fix

    Fixed so that The White House has Casing Mode showing up in the right corner until you mask up

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    Fixed Titan cameras in The Big Bankbug fix

    Fixed an issue where The Big Bank did not have the proper Titan cameras on the higher difficulties

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    Changed Crime.net/Shortcuts to Minimize_Sidebarlocalization

    Changed the name for minimizing the Crime.net sidebar from Crime.net/Shortcuts to Minimize_Sidebar

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    Fixed alignment issue with Riktpunkt Holosightbug fix

    Fixed an issue with the alignment of the Riktpunkt Holosight when using the Pistol Crossbow

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    Made Contact Database scrollableui ux
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    Fixed jump out of world in First World Bankbug fix

    Fixed an issue where you could jump out of the world in one of the offices in First World Bank

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    Fixed pause issue in offline gamesbug fix

    Fixed an issue where pausing an offline game would not stop the player’s forward momentum

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    Changed contour to outlines in UI menulocalization

    Changed the word contour to outlines in the user interface menu

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    Changed Exit to Back in Offshore Paydaylocalization

    Changed the name of the back button from Exit to Back in Offshore Payday

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    Fixed AMCAR compatibility with grips and magazinesbug fix

    Fixed so that the AMCAR can now use all the grips and magazines in its weapon class

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    Changed The_Basics to The_Tutorial_Heistslocalization

    Changed the name of The_Basics to The_Tutorial_Heists in Crime.net

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    Added objective description for Hotline Miami Day 2gameplay

    Added an objective description to the last objective on Hotline Miami Day 2 (visible when pressing TAB)

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    Fixed guard issue in Breakin’ Fedsbug fix

    Fixed an issue with guards walking on top of vending machines in the beginning of Breakin’ Feds

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    Added new Christmas blazer outfitsnew content
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    Fixed alignment issue with Maelstrom Sightbug fix

    Fixed an issue with the Maelstrom Sight and the alignment of the cross reticle

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    Added Bodhi’s Pool Repair outfitnew content
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    Fixed attachment issues with Desert Fox Sniper Riflebug fix

    Fixed so that you can attach the 45 Degree Iron Sights to the Desert Fox Sniper Rifle

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    Fixed jump out of level in Transport: Train Heistbug fix

    Fixed an issue on Transport: Train Heist where the player could jump out of the level near the van where you secure bags

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    Fixed floating flag in Border Crossingbug fix

    Fixed a floating flag behind the bar in Border Crossing

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    Fixed animation issue with Akimbo UZI Submachine Gunbug fix

    Fixed an issue where the bolt of the Akimbo UZI Submachine Gun would not animate on the weapon in the right hand

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    Clarified achievement descriptionslocalization

    Clarified certain achievement descriptions that stated the player needed to pick up a number of items but did not explain that you could not do it in one run

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    Fixed VR crash when switching to meleebug fix

    Fixed a crash that could occur if a player would switch to melee while reloading and having arm animations enabled

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    Fixed outline issue with raincoat outfitbug fix

    Fixed a bug that would cause issues with the outline of players and team AI when using the raincoat outfit

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    Fixed magazine appearance issue with LEO and Signature .40 pistolsbug fix

    Fixed an issue where magazines would look empty when reloading when using LEO and Signature .40 pistols

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    Fixed completion blockage in Border Crossingbug fix

    Fixed an issue in Border Crossing where detaching the hose at the same time as going loud could block the player from completing the level

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    Moved search bar in contract brokerui ux

    Moved the search bar in the contract broker to make it more visible

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    Fixed sound issue in Border Crossingbug fix

    Fixed an issue in Border Crossing where the pump was making pumping sounds when you start on the Mexico side

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    Fixed gas tank explosion issue on Firestarter Day 1bug fix

    Fixed an issue on Firestarter day 1 where it took several magazines of regular bullets to get the gas tank to explode

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    Fixed Titan cameras in Four Storesbug fix

    Fixed an issue where Four Stores did not have the proper Titan cameras on the higher difficulties

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    Fixed armor skin visibility in safebug fix

    Fixed so that you see what armor skin you get in a safe even if you are wearing an outfit

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    Fixed floating issue with Signature Magnifier Gadgetbug fix

    Fixed so that the Signature Magnifier Gadget does not float when using it together with the See More Sight on certain weapons

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    Changed button for 'Show In HUD' in achievement interfaceui ux

    Changed the button for 'Show In HUD' in the achievement interface to Y instead of R

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    Fixed Exotique Receiver skin issuebug fix

    Fixed an issue with the Exotique Receiver when skinning weapons

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    Fixed color change issue with Acough Optic Scopebug fix

    Fixed so you can change the color of the Acough Optic Scope

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    Added stealth bonus to specific heistsgameplay

    Added stealth bonus to White House, Border Crossing and Car Shop

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    Fixed floating issue with Compact Laser Modulebug fix

    Fixed an issue with the Compact Laser Module floating when attached to the Akimbo Cobra Submachine Guns

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    Fixed Titan cameras in Big Oil Day 1bug fix

    Fixed an issue where Big Oil Day 1 did not have the proper Titan cameras on the higher difficulties

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    Removed burning money in Border Crossingbug fix

    Removed burning money flying around if the C4 in the briefing room blows up in Border Crossing

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    Fixed vault door blockage in Border Crossingbug fix

    Fixed an issue in Border Crossing where the left door leading up from the vault would be blocked by a wall

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    Improved AI bag attachmentgameplay

    Improved the way you attach bags to your team AI

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    Fixed armor bag functionality in stealthbug fix

    Fixed an issue where the armor bag would not work if you started a stealthable level with your mask on

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    Fixed attachment issues with Akimbo Bronco .44 Revolversbug fix

    Fixed so that you can equip the Hurricane Compensator to the Akimbo Bronco .44 Revolvers

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    Fixed alignment issue with Acough sight on assault riflesbug fix

    Fixed an alignment issue when using the Acough sight on an assault rifle

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    Fixed Titan cameras in Diamond Storebug fix

    Fixed an issue where Diamond Store did not have the proper Titan cameras on the higher difficulties

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    Fixed texture issue with female biker enemybug fix

    Fixed an issue where marking a female biker enemy in stealth would remove textures from her face

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    Fixed alignment issue with SKOLD Reflex Micro Sightbug fix

    Fixed an issue with the alignment of the reticle on the SKOLD Reflex Micro Sight

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  2. 2 events
    Achievement 'Two Step Verification' trigger fixbug fix

    Achievement can now be triggered at any point during the heist.

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    Fixed crash on Hoxton Breakout Day 1bug fix
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  3. 11 events
    Reduced timer for explosives waypoint on American sidebalance change

    Timer before the waypoint for explosives reduced to 30s.

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    Lowered frequency of Locke's banter VObug fix

    Frequency of Locke's banter lowered while playing the Mexican side in stealth.

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    Fixed AI teammates loadout issuebug fix

    All AI teammates now use the correct loadout instead of the first AI's loadout.

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    Fixed Bolivian guards statistics issuebug fix

    Statistics for Bolivian guards now count correctly.

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    Restored Dallas' modelvisuals

    Dallas' model restored to the correct version after being reverted.

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    Moved keycard spawn location on Mexican sidequality of life

    Keycard spawn location moved to an easier to find spot in the small warehouse for solo players.

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    Lowered drill jams on American sidebalance change

    Number of times drills can jam lowered to 1.

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    Fixed VO issue on Border Crossing heistbug fix

    Locke's comment on taking out the cameras fixed for the Mexican side in loud.

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    Fixed player stuck issue on Border Crossing heistbug fix

    Resolved issue where players could get stuck behind a sofa.

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    Lowered number of snipers on Normal difficultybalance change

    Number of snipers on the American side lowered to 1.

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    Reduced drill timers on Border Crossing heistbalance change

    Drill timers on the American side reduced from 240s to 120s.

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  4. 49 events
    Fixed Enemy Spawn Issues on Golden Grin Casinobug fix

    Resolved issues causing reduced enemy spawns.

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    Fixed Incorrect Text for Joys Room Upgradeslocalization

    Resolved incorrect text for Joys room upgrades in multiple languages.

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    Moved Equipment to Character Column in Inventoryui ux
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    Fixed Monitor Glare Issuevisuals

    Resolved issue causing monitors on drills and saws to retain glare.

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    Fixed Escape Driver Issue on Watchdogsbug fix

    Fixed issue where players could kill the escape driver on day one, blocking progress on day two.

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    Moved THROWABLE CONTOUR to User Interfaceui ux
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    Fixed Progression Issue on The Big Bankbug fix

    Fixed issue where players could be blocked from progressing after breaking stealth.

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    Integrated QUICKPLAY Options into Main Menuui ux
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    Fixed Text Overlap in Russianlocalization

    Resolved text overlap issue when selecting weekly holdout.

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    Adjusted Detection Risk Indicator Sizeui ux
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    Overhauled General UI and Menusui uxMilestone

    General UI and menus have been streamlined for better navigation.

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    Fixed Crash with HRL-7 Rocket Launcherbug fixMilestone

    Resolved crash issue when using the HRL-7 Rocket Launcher on Captain Winters.

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    Fixed Bag Throwing Issue on Framing Framebug fix

    Fixed issue where players could throw bags into an unreachable area.

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    Fixed Pocket ECMs Issuebug fix

    Resolved issue where players could use Pocket ECMs on objectives that should lock.

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    Fixed Trip Mines Issue on Hotline Miamibug fix

    Fixed missing lasers on trip mines during Hotline Miami day one.

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    Cartel Optics Mod Pack DLC Releasednew contentMilestone

    Includes 10 new weapon mods focused on optics and sights.

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    Fixed Holdout Progress Issuebug fix

    Clients now receive progress on Holdout if the host changes lobby type after they join.

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    Renamed CLEAR PROGRESS to RESET ACCOUNT PROGRESSIONui ux
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    Fixed Fog Removal Issue on Hotline Miamivisuals

    Resolved issue where playing No Mercy before Hotline Miami would remove fog.

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    Fixed Stuck Player Issue on Breaking Fedsbug fix

    Resolved issue where players could get stuck behind plants in a staircase.

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    Fixed AI Following Issue on Cook Offbug fix

    Resolved issue where team AI could not reach the player on the roof.

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    Moved AMMO CONTOUR to User Interfaceui ux
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    Created New Advanced Category Under Optionsui ux
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    Fixed AI Stealth Issue on Firestarterbug fix

    Fixed issue causing AI to break stealth if the player got electrocuted.

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    Moved Workshop to Advanced Optionsui ux
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    Fixed AI Following Issue on Biker Heistbug fix

    Resolved issue where AI would not follow the player upon the train car.

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    Fixed Stuck Player Issue on Brooklyn 10-10bug fix

    Resolved issue where players could get stuck inside a police car near the escape.

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    Added Outfit Rewards for Achievementschanges

    New outfits added as rewards for specific achievements.

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    Moved Ban List to Advanced Optionsui ux
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    Introduction of Outfits Systemnew contentMilestone

    Players can now select outfits in addition to masks, enhancing character customization.

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    Moved Crew Management and Infamy to Inventoryui ux
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    Adjusted Sniper Spawn Points on Beneath The Mountainbug fix

    Adjusted spawn points for snipers to improve gameplay balance.

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    Border Crossing Heist DLC Releasednew contentMilestone

    New heist involving Murkywater and the Dentist, set in Arizona.

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    Tailor Pack 1 DLC Releasednew contentMilestone

    New outfits with 5 color variations each, totaling 20 outfits.

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    Moved MUTE CONTRACTOR VOICES to Soundui ux
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    Moved Credits to Options Menuui ux
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    Fixed Container Prompt Issuebug fix

    Resolved issue where containers always showed the 'hold F to open' prompt.

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    Fixed Camera Connection Issue on Big Oilbug fix

    Resolved issue where a camera was not connected to landmines on Big Oil day one.

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    New Outfits Availablenew content

    New outfits include Tactical BDU, Raincoat, Scrubs, Winter Camo Parka, Tuxedo, and Murkywater Uniform.

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    Community Safe 8 Addednew content

    A new community safe containing 16 new weapon skins from the Steam workshop.

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    Renamed GAMEHUB to COMMUNITYui ux
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    Fixed Hole in Wall Near Sokolbug fix

    Resolved issue with a hole in the wall in the New Safe House.

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    Fixed Steam OS Controller Supportbug fix

    Fixed support for Xbox One and Xbox 360 controllers on Steam OS.

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    Renamed EQPT & SKILLS to ABILITIESui ux
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    Moved Clear Progress to Advanced Optionsui ux
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    Fixed Achievement Strings and Descriptionschanges

    Resolved inconsistencies in achievement names and descriptions.

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    Fixed AI Navigation on Shadow Raidbug fix

    Resolved AI navigation issues on the Shadow Raid level.

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    Fixed Ammo Bag Despawn Issuebug fix

    Fixed an issue where an empty ammo bag could prevent smoke and corpses from despawning.

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    Fixed Storyline Mode Text Stringslocalization
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  5. 1 event
    Border Crossing Heist Releasenew contentMilestone

    New heist available on November 7th.

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  6. 4 events
    PAYDAY 2: Ultimate Edition Retiredchanges

    The PAYDAY 2: Ultimate Edition will be changed to PAYDAY 2: Legacy Collection.

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    Re-introduction of DLC Smörgåsborddlc releaseMilestone

    The à la carte option for purchasing previous legacy content DLCs is available again starting today.

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    New Curated Bundles for Existing Contentnew content

    New curated bundles will be created to offer great deals to new and returning players.

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    Resume Production on PAYDAY 2new contentMilestone

    Development on PAYDAY 2 has resumed, with more updates planned going forward.

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  7. 3 events
    Steam Summer Sale Discountsstore

    Up to 80% off on PAYDAY 2: Ultimate Edition and 50% off on PAYDAY: The Heist during the Steam Summer Sale.

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    Addressed Feedback on Ultimate Edition Discountquality of life

    Clarified recent changes to the discount for the Ultimate Edition based on community feedback.

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    PAYDAY: The Text Adventure Releaseddlc release

    A new interactive short story set during the pre-planning for a heist, allowing players to choose different paths and endings.

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  8. 6 events
    Introduction of PAYDAY Royalenew contentMilestone

    A new game mode featuring 99 players competing on Hell's Island.

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    Dynamic Gameplay Elementsgameplay

    Players can choose different strategies, including sneaking or going for safes.

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    New Loot Mechanicsnew contentMilestone

    Players can hunt safes that fall from the skies with a chance to find special loot.

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    Unreleased and Unstable Buildbug fix

    PAYDAY Royale will be released untested and may break existing mods.

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    Limited Edition Miistersnew content

    Special Miisters with unique outfits and emotes available for players.

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    Exclusive Gear Unlocksnew contentMilestone

    Unlock special skins, emotes, and player portraits through Miisters.

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  9. 5 events
    VR outlines display issue fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue with outlines not being displayed properly on VR HMDs without hidden area masking support.

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    Crash fix related to Steam rich presencebug fix

    Fixed a crash related to steam rich presence.

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    Added names to the secret plaquenew content

    Added three more names to the plaque in the secret cave that was missing.

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    VR procedural arm animation issue fixedbug fix

    Fixed an animation issue with procedural arm animation on VR players when reloading a weapon while holding a melee weapon.

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    Removed duplicate name from secret plaquechanges

    Removed a name from the plaque in the secret cave due to the person being listed twice.

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