What is the latest PAYDAY 3 patch?

The latest PAYDAY 3 patch is "PAYDAY 3: Update 3.5.1 Changelog", published May 22, 2026. Read the full notes and related updates on GamePatchNote.

How many people are playing PAYDAY 3 right now?

PAYDAY 3 currently has 757 concurrent players on Steam — a live count tracked on GamePatchNote.

When was PAYDAY 3 released?

PAYDAY 3 released on Sep 21, 2023 by Starbreeze Studios.

Where can I read PAYDAY 3 patch notes and news?

GamePatchNote tracks the full PAYDAY 3 update history — patch notes, hotfixes, and news in one place at https://gamepatchnote.com/games/payday-3.

PAYDAY 3 Patch Notes, News & Live Player Count

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Detailed

YEAR 1 EDITIONThe PAYDAY 3: Year 1 Edition offers everything needed to get started in the heisting world. The Year 1 Edition includes all major content releases, along with the many free updates and improvements released over the game’s first year.It features:The base game Payday 3 Payday 3 Year 1 Pass: The Season Pass includes four major DLC bundles - Syntax Error, Boys in Blue, Houston Breakout and Fear & Greed - each introducing a new heist, a variety of weapons, and numerous cosmetics.Preacher pack (including 1 outfit, 1 weapon)Drifter pack (including 1 outfit, 1 weapon)Heavy Hitter pack (including 1 outfit, 1 weapon)Assassin pack (including 1 outfit, 1 weapon)Island skinDark Sterling MaskSkull of Liberty Mask and Golden Slate GlovesAbout the GamePAYDAY 3 is a 1-to-4 player FPS where you live out the ultimate heist fantasy. Tackle jobs in stealth to empty vaults without leaving a trace. Or charge in loud, fight off relentless enemies, and escape with the big score. A deep skill tree, extensive weapon selection and unlockable modifications provide near endless variety, no matter your playstyle.Put on the mask and become a legend. After years off the grid, the Payday Gang returns to unleash an epic crime wave across New York City. Join the world’s most infamous crew with your customized look, loadout and skills.In this life of crime, the only limit is your own ambition. Use cash from heists and challenges to fill your armory with powerful new weapons. Unlock specialized skills and gadgets to enhance your favorite tactics. Gotta spend money to make money!Meticulous preparation or raw violence: The choice is yours. PAYDAY gives you the tools to avoid escalation, but if the alarm goes off, the heist must go on. Cops, SWAT and Special Units will combine forces to take you out. What will your strategy be?The perfect heist demands coordination. Bots will always have your back, but nothing beats a well-organized team of players. Whether you split up or stick together, you’ll need to overcome escalating threats as one. In PAYDAY 3, your crew is your greatest weapon.