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
| Platform | Availability | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Meta Quest 3 / 3S | Out now | $24.99 USD |
| SteamVR (PC VR headsets) | Out now | $24.99 USD |
| Steam Frame | Out 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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