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  • MASK UP, LOCK AND LOAD — PAYDAY: ACES HIGH HITS VR TODAY

    MASK UP, LOCK AND LOAD — PAYDAY: ACES HIGH HITS VR TODAY

    The mask goes on. The job is on. And the score is yours.

    Fast Travel Games — the Stockholm studio founded by veterans of Battlefield, Mirror’s Edge, and Angry Birds — together with franchise holder Starbreeze Entertainment, has today officially launched PAYDAY: Aces High, the fully VR-optimised entry into the world’s most famous heisting franchise. Out now across Meta Quest, SteamVR, and Steam Frame for $24.99 USD, with a 10% loyalty discount for existing PAYDAY owners on Steam, this is heisting rebuilt from the ground up for virtual reality.

    THE SETUP — FRAMED AND FIGHTING BACK

    The story drops you into the shoes of The Aces — an elite crew of four distinct heisters — after ruthless business titan Warren Jupiter frames you and tosses you behind bars. Your mission? Hit him where it hurts: his banks, his museums, his most prized assets — even his “untouchable” penthouse. It’s personal. It’s high-stakes. And every job is a chance to dismantle his empire one vault at a time.

    FOUR ACES, ONE CREW — PLAY YOUR WAY

    No two heisters are the same. Build your loadout around one of four signature roles, or blend them to match your style:

    • Ace of Hearts — The Mastermind — The planner. Every angle, every fallback, every escape route mapped out before the first alarm sounds.
    • Ace of Clubs — The Ghost — The phantom. Silent entry, clean extraction, nobody knows you were ever there.
    • Ace of Diamonds — The Technician — The gadgeteer. Grappling hooks, sentry guns, black-market tech that tears defences apart.
    • Ace of Spades — The Enforcer — The hammer. Heavy weapons, heavy armour, heavy noise — when stealth fails, you don’t run, you bring the fight.

    Mix and match weapons, gadgets, and skills to craft your perfect heister. Unlock new gear with cash and reputation earned on every successful run.

    HEISTING IN VR — IMMERSION YOU CAN FEEL

    This isn’t a flat-screen port. Every mechanic has been built for presence:

    • True first-person VR combat — aim down sights, reload, and clear rooms physically
    • Full-body interaction — pick locks, hoist loot bags, rappel through windows, and plant charges with your own hands
    • Cross-platform co-op — up to four players together across Meta Quest, SteamVR, and Steam Frame
    • Solo play supported — with AI companions if your crew can’t make the drop
    • Steam Achievements, leaderboards, and progression — everything carries over between sessions

    PLATFORMS, PRICING, AND LOYALTY

    PlatformAvailabilityPrice
    Meta Quest 3 / 3SOut now$24.99 USD
    SteamVR (PC VR headsets)Out now$24.99 USD
    Steam FrameOut now$24.99 USD

    Loyalty Discount: If you already own PAYDAY 2 or PAYDAY 3 on Steam, you get 10% off the SteamVR and Steam Frame versions automatically at checkout.

    System Requirements (Steam):

    • Windows 10, Intel Core i5-7500 / Ryzen 5 1600
    • 12 GB RAM, GTX 1060 / RX 580 (6GB VRAM)
    • 10 GB storage, broadband internet
    • Supports Valve Index, Meta Quest via Link, Oculus Rift S, and all OpenXR headsets

    THE ROAD AHEAD — FREE HEISTS FOR EVERYONE

    Fast Travel Games has made a promise: every new heist released will be 100% free to all owners, no extra purchase required. The roadmap already includes:

    • December 2026 — Brand-new heist, free for all players
    • November 2026 — First Community Challenges with exclusive rewards
    • Ongoing additions: new weapons, gadgets, skills, and game modes

    EARLY RECEPTION

    Early reviews are calling it “VR’s definitive co-op heist experience” — UploadVR describes it as “Lootin’ & Scootin’ In VR’s Best New Co-Op Shooter”, while Shacknews praises its “Great gunplay, cool VR features, meaningful progression”. Player feedback notes solid stealth and combat mechanics, with constructive input already shaping post-launch improvements.

    FINAL THOUGHTS

    PAYDAY: Aces High isn’t just another heist game — it’s the closest you’ll ever get to actually pulling one off. From the moment you pull that mask down to the second you sprint for the getaway van with bags full, it delivers the tension, teamwork, and thrill the franchise is famous for — with the immersion only VR can provide.

    The crew is assembling. The contracts are signed. The vault is open.

    What’s your next move?

    Find out more here: PAYDAY Aces High

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  • Suit Up, Heisters! PAYDAY: Aces High Debuts First Gameplay Trailer & Announces Closed Playtest

    Suit Up, Heisters! PAYDAY: Aces High Debuts First Gameplay Trailer & Announces Closed Playtest

    Get your masks ready, heisters—the iconic world of PAYDAY is making an explosive debut in virtual reality!

    At the latest VR Games Showcase, developer and publisher Fast Travel Games officially revealed the very first gameplay trailer for PAYDAY®: Aces High. Set in Starbreeze Entertainment’s legendary PAYDAY universe, this officially licensed VR co-op heist game is bringing all the high-stakes thrill, squad strategy, and adrenaline-fueled chaos directly into your headset.

    Whether you’re a long-time veteran of the franchise or a VR gaming enthusiast looking for your next co-op obsession, here is everything you need to know about the big reveal and how you can get early access.

    The Heat Is On: What to Expect from PAYDAY: Aces High

    In PAYDAY: Aces High, you and up to three friends take revenge on business titan Warren Jupiter after being framed. The game puts you right in the middle of the action, taking full advantage of VR to deliver immersive, hands-on heisting mechanics.

    • High-Octane Co-Op Gameplay: Assemble a 4-player crew to plan, breach, and carry out high-stakes heists.
    • Custom Loadouts & Arsenal: Customise your playstyle by mixing weapons (ARs, SMGs, shotguns, pistols) with high-tech gadgets like sentry guns and grapples.
    • 4 Unique Playstyle Classes (“Four Aces”):
      • Ace of Hearts (The Mastermind): Plans every escape route and fallback.
      • Ace of Clubs (The Ghost): Stealthy and surgical—gone before anyone notices.
      • Ace of Diamonds (The Technician): Master of gadgets and tactical destruction.
      • Ace of Spades (The Enforcer): The heavy-hitting muscle when things go loud.

    Get Early Access: Closed Community Playtest Starts August 20!

    Can’t wait until launch to pull off your first score? Fast Travel Games is giving fans a chance to grab the loot early with an exclusive Closed Community Playtest!

    • Playtest Dates: August 20 – August 24
    • Supported Platform for Playtest: Meta Quest 3

    How to Sign Up: Playtest slots are strictly limited, so speed is key. To register for your chance to join the crew on Meta Quest 3 ahead of the game’s official release later this year, head over to the official PAYDAY: Aces High website and follow the sign-up instructions!

    Release Window

    PAYDAY: Aces High is slated for release later this year on Meta Quest and PC VR platforms (SteamVR). Keep your eyes peeled, assemble your crew, and make sure your VR headset is charged—it’s almost time to secure the payday!

    Find out more here

    #PAYDAYAcesHigh #VRGaming #FastTravelGames #Starbreeze #MetaQuest3 #SteamVR #CoOpGaming #GamingNews #TechMash

  • PAYDAY: Aces High! Heist Chaos coming to Meta Quest and SteamVR

    PAYDAY: Aces High! Heist Chaos coming to Meta Quest and SteamVR

    Whether you’re a career criminal from the PAYDAY 2 glory days or a newcomer looking for your first big score, the news from The VR Showcase just changed the game.

    Starbreeze Entertainment and Fast Travel Games have officially pulled the mask off PAYDAY: Aces High, a brand-new, built-from-the-ground-up VR heist experience coming to Meta Quest and SteamVR in 2026.

    A New Crew: Meet The Aces

    Forget Dallas and Wolf for a moment. Aces High introduces a fresh squad known as “The Aces.” After being framed by corporate titan Warren Jupiter, this crew is out for blood—and a lot of offshore cash.

    The game leans heavily into class-based synergy, offering four distinct roles that will feel familiar yet evolved for the VR space:

    Ace of Hearts (The Mastermind): The tactician. Expect to be managing the flow of the heist and contingencies.

    Ace of Clubs (The Ghost): For those who prefer the “Shadow Raid” approach. Fast Travel Games has reportedly reworked the stealth mechanics specifically for immersive VR.

    Ace of Diamonds (The Technician): The gadget king. Think sentry guns, drills, and high-tech black-market toys.

    Ace of Spades (The Enforcer): The heavy hitter. When the alarm inevitably trips, you’re the wall between the crew and the SWAT teams.

    Built for Immersion, Not Just a Port

    While PAYDAY 2 had a VR mode, it always felt like a “flat” game translated into 3D. Fast Travel Games (the team behind Vampire: The Masquerade – Justice) is building Aces High as a VR-exclusive title.

    Key Features to Watch:

    Full Cross-Platform Play: Whether you’re on a Quest 3 or a high-end Index via SteamVR, you can heist together seamlessly.

    Interactive Environments: From cracking safes in luxury penthouses to surveying banks, the physical interaction with tools and loot is the core focus.

    Deep Progression: Just like the mainline games, you’ll earn “Rep” and cash to unlock a massive arsenal of ARs, shotguns, and gadgets like the new grapple gun.

    Why 2026 is the Year of the Heist

    The timing couldn’t be better. While PAYDAY 3 had a rocky start, Starbreeze is pivoting to a “franchise expansion” strategy. By partnering with VR veterans, they are bringing the high-octane “Hollywood crime movie” vibe to a medium where it actually belongs.

    “Under Fast Travel’s leadership, Aces High is not just an adaptation. It is a true PAYDAY game built from the ground up for this medium.” — Adolf Kristjansson, CEO of Starbreeze Entertainment.

    Launch Details

    Release Date: Targeted for Q3 2026.

    Platforms: Meta Quest (Store/Horizon), SteamVR.

    Players: 1-4 Player Co-op.

    TechMash Verdict: If you’ve been waiting for a reason to dust off your headset, this is it. The combination of Fast Travel’s VR polish and the PAYDAY IP’s chaotic energy is a match made in (criminal) heaven.

    Find out more here – Meta Quest: ftg.gg/paydayah-meta or here on Steam: ftg.gg/paydah-steam

    #VRShowcase #FastTravelGames #PAYDAYAcesHigh #VR #StarbreezeEntertainment #gameupdate #games #gaming #gamers #platformer #gameplay #demogame #videogames #arcadegames

  • Mannequin now on Meta Quest Store and Steam

    Mannequin now on Meta Quest Store and Steam

    This is a great VR game from the team behind the brilliant Vampire: The Masquerade – Justice game, it is called Mannequin and because it’s in VR you are right there in the middle of things where two teams are pitched together in a battle between the agents and the shape-shifting mannequins, as you can imagine this is a very competitive game and it is really going to blow your mind!

    To find out more about the Mannequin Game go to the official game website here https://www.mannequingame.com/ or head on over to the Quest Store page here https://www.meta.com/experiences/7028027297235918/ or the Steam page here https://store.steampowered.com/app/2409260/Mannequin/

    #FastTravelGames #Mannequin #VRMultiplayer #MetaQuestStore #Steam #VRGames #VRHeadset #SciFi #NewGames #VirtualReality #Games #Gaming #Gamers