A new update for Payday 3 will be released on October 30, bringing with it some highly-requested fixes and improvements along with some new features. Following its disastrous launch in 2023, Starbreeze Studios has continued to roll out patches for Payday 3 in an effort to bring back players to the once-troubled title.While the 2013 title Payday 2 was praised by critics and fans alike for its co-op gameplay and stealth mechanics, Payday 3 was a letdown for many fans. After waiting for a new entry in the series for a decade, players were unable to enjoy the online-only title at launch, as Payday 3’s servers failed due to the massive influx of players and remained offline for days. The game’s performance also faced scrutiny, while many fans of the previous entry were also frustrated by Payday 3’s lack of quality-of-life features and overall customization options. The title’s developers have continued to improve the game, with a new update right around the corner promising to address some major issues. Related Grand Theft Auto 6 is Primed to Lift Payday 3's Best Feature Grand Theft Auto 6 is in the perfect position to take inspiration from one of Payday 3’s greatest mission-elevating features.3 Starbreeze Studios has announced the free Payday 3 Anniversary Update: Part 2, which will arrive for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC on October 30. The patch will see the return of server browsing and will introduce cross-platform VoIP and text chat, features that players have been asking for since day one. Fans can also look forward to a revamped UI in Payday 3 and two new Masks of the week going forward, along with an additional mask to celebrate Halloween. Players will also be able to manage their lobby and kick any undesirables before embarking on a heist, and Twitch drops will be released, allowing those watching Payday 3 streams on the platform to snag some in-game cosmetics for free. Payday 3 Free Anniversary Update: Part 3 Release Date Close October 30 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC The developers also announced the Payday 3 Year 1 Edition, which will be free to those who own the Gold Edition of the game and will also be available to purchase separately for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, or PC. The Year 1 Edition of the much-improved multiplayer title Payday 3 includes the base game and the entire first year’s paid and free content, as well as all released improvements. This includes all four major DLC bundles: Syntax Error, Boys in Blue, Houston Breakout, and Fear & Greed. The Preacher, Drifter, Heavy Hitter, and Assassin packs are also included, along with the Island skin, the Dark Sterling Mask, the Skull of Liberty Mask, and the Golden State Gloves. Just over a year since the game’s less-than-stellar launch, players are reacting well to the changes being made, with Payday 3 now boasting a ‘Mostly Positive’ rating on Steam. This newly announced update seeks to add several features that could potentially give the title yet another boost to its player count and renew faith in Starbreeze Studios. Some fans are comparing Payday 3 to Cyberpunk 2077, claiming that the title has managed to crawl its way back from the brink to become a truly enjoyable experience.