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PAYDAY 2: Black Cat Heist
DLC
(released 3 years ago)
OVERKILL - a Starbreeze Studio.
Starbreeze Publishing AB
TL;DR

It is a heist-themed action RPG where players join the Payday Gang to rob a triad's luxurious cruise ship and casino. Players can expect plenty of violence, gore, and cooperative gameplay. This DLC adds a new outfit, the Dragon Bomber Red, to enhance the heist experience.

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Genres:
Action
RPG
Tags:
Action
RPG
Gore
Violent
Likely Inspirations:
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive
GTA Online
Left 4 Dead
Payday: The Heist
Team Fortress 2
Steam Review Analysis – Total (updated Feb 2, 2025, 9:30 PM)
Disclaimer: This analysis is independently conducted and is not affiliated with Valve or Steam.
Review Summary - 211
71%
Mostly Positive

142

58

95%

Purchased on Steam

8

3

5%

Purchased Elsewhere

0% Primarily Play on Deck

Conclusion

Overall, the reviews for PAYDAY 2: Black Cat Heist highlight a mix of stunning visuals and enjoyable gameplay, particularly in stealth mode, but are marred by significant technical issues and a perceived lack of depth in objectives. Players appreciate the fun factor and replayability, yet many express disappointment over the heist's content and performance, indicating a need for further refinement.

Strongly Positive
Visuals

The heist features stunning visuals that enhance the overall experience.

~5%
Positive
Stealth Gameplay

The stealth gameplay is well-designed and offers a rewarding experience for players who prefer this approach.

~4%
Map Design

The map design has been praised for its beauty but criticized for being too linear and short.

~3%
Fun Factor

Despite its flaws, many players found the heist to be fun and engaging.

~3%
Replayability

The heist offers multiple ways to complete objectives, enhancing its replay value.

~2%
Character Dialogue

The character dialogue adds a fun and engaging layer to the heist experience.

~1%
Neutral / Mixed Opinions
Loud Gameplay

The loud gameplay is enjoyable but has been criticized for being simplistic and lacking depth.

~3%
Negative
Boring Objectives

Some players found the objectives to be repetitive and lacking excitement.

~2%
Lack of Content

Players expressed disappointment over the perceived lack of content and depth in the heist.

~1%
Strongly Negative
Technical Issues

Many players experienced crashes and performance issues, particularly in multiplayer.

~4%
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, 12:50 AM