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PAYDAY 2: Gage Ninja Pack
DLC
(released 9 years ago)
OVERKILL - a Starbreeze Studio.
Starbreeze Publishing AB
TL;DR

It is a downloadable content pack for PAYDAY 2 that introduces a variety of ninja-themed weapons and gear. Players can now engage in heists with new ranged and melee weapons, along with unique masks and patterns. Essentially, it's like robbing a bank but with more shurikens and less subtlety.

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Genres:
FPS
Ninja
RPG
Tags:
FPS
Action
RPG
Ninja
Multiplayer
Co-op
Likely Inspirations:
Assassin's Creed
Dishonored
Mark of the Ninja
Ninja Gaiden
Tenchu
Steam Review Analysis – Total (updated Feb 23, 2025, 1:02 PM)
Disclaimer: This analysis is independently conducted and is not affiliated with Valve or Steam.
Review Summary - 881
83%
Very Positive

657

126

89%

Purchased on Steam

80

18

11%

Purchased Elsewhere

0% Primarily Play on Deck

Conclusion

Overall, the Gage Ninja Pack for PAYDAY 2 is well-received for its effective stealth mechanics and fun weaponry, particularly the Lebensauger sniper rifle and shurikens. However, concerns about weapon balance and the introduction of microtransactions have led to mixed sentiments among players, with some feeling that the content does not justify the price.

Strongly Positive
Effective Stealth Mechanics

Players appreciate the DLC's focus on stealth gameplay, particularly with the introduction of poison mechanics and shurikens.

~12%
Lebensauger .308 Sniper Rifle

The Lebensauger sniper rifle is frequently praised for its effectiveness and balance in gameplay.

~7%
Shurikens

Shurikens are appreciated for their utility in stealth and their unique gameplay mechanics.

~6%
Positive
Fun Melee Weapons

The melee weapons, including the karate and throwing stars, are noted for their fun and unique gameplay mechanics.

~6%
Kross Vertex SMG

The Kross Vertex SMG is highlighted for its high rate of fire and overall effectiveness in combat.

~5%
Visual Customization

Players enjoy the aesthetic appeal of the masks included in the DLC.

~2%
Neutral / Mixed Opinions
Negative
Balance Issues

Players express concerns about the balance of certain weapons, particularly the Lebensauger sniper rifle.

~3%
Underwhelming Weapons

Some players feel that certain weapons in the DLC are underwhelming or not as effective as expected.

~3%
Strongly Negative
Microtransactions and Pricing

Criticism is directed towards the game's microtransactions and perceived overpricing of DLC content.

~3%
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 9, 2025, 11:58 PM