PAYDAY 2: The Butcher's BBQ Pack Analysis on Niklas Notes

PAYDAY 2: The Butcher's BBQ Pack

DLC

(released 10 years ago)

OVERKILL - a Starbreeze Studio.

Lion Game Lion

Starbreeze Publishing AB

TL;DR

It is a downloadable content pack for PAYDAY 2 that adds fiery weapons and themed cosmetic items. Players can now unleash a barbecue-inspired arsenal to heat up their heist gameplay. Expect to blast enemies with a flamethrower and enjoy new masks while you do it.

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Genres:

FPS

Heist

Shooter

Tags:

FPS

Shooter

Action

RPG

Crime

Heist

Multiplayer

Co-op

First-Person

Stealth

Likely Inspirations:

Borderlands 2

Counter-Strike

Grand Theft Auto V

Left 4 Dead

Team Fortress 2

Steam Review Analysis – Total (updated Jun 24, 2025, 9:07 AM)

Disclaimer: This analysis is independently conducted and is not affiliated with Valve or Steam.

Review Summary - 1,340

90%

Very Positive

1068

103

87%

Purchased on Steam

151

13%

Purchased Elsewhere

0% Primarily Play on Deck

Conclusion

Overall, the Butcher's BBQ Pack for PAYDAY 2 continues to be well-received for its fun and engaging new weapons, particularly the flamethrower and Molotov cocktails. Players appreciate the variety and enjoyment these weapons bring, although some express concerns about weapon effectiveness and the perceived value of the DLC in terms of gameplay content.

Strongly Positive

Flamethrower

The flamethrower is frequently praised for its effectiveness in combat, especially in close quarters.

~15%

Gameplay Fun

Players express enjoyment and fun while using the new weapons and mechanics introduced in the DLC.

~10%

Molotov Cocktails

Molotov cocktails are highlighted as a fun and useful weapon for causing chaos and damage.

~7%

Positive

Weapon Variety

The DLC adds a variety of new weapons, which players appreciate for enhancing gameplay options.

~4%

Fire Damage Mechanic

The introduction of fire damage as a new mechanic is seen as a unique and engaging addition.

~2%

Cosmetics

The cosmetic items included in the DLC are generally well-received, adding to the overall appeal.

~2%

Price Value

Some players feel the DLC offers good value for the price, considering the new content.

~1%

Neutral / Mixed Opinions

Negative

Weapon Effectiveness

While some weapons are praised, others are criticized for being less effective or underwhelming.

~5%

Customization Limitations

Some players feel that the DLC is more about cosmetic customization rather than adding substantial gameplay.

~1%

Strongly Negative

Customer Support Issues

Some players express frustration over perceived issues with customer support and content delivery.

~1%

This analysis is powered by OpenAI’s language models and may occasionally contain inaccuracies. For the most precise details, please consult the reviews directly on the official Steam store page.

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Updated on Jul 10, 2025, 1:14 AM