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PAYDAY 2: The Alesso Heist
DLC
(released 10 years ago)
OVERKILL - a Starbreeze Studio.
Starbreeze Publishing AB
TL;DR

It is a cooperative first-person shooter DLC for PAYDAY 2, featuring a heist designed in collaboration with DJ Alesso. Players navigate the Gensec arena to crack vaults while enjoying Alesso's new song. This DLC adds new weapons, masks, and achievements to enhance the gameplay experience.

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Genres:
FPS
RPG
Shooter
Tags:
FPS
Shooter
Action
RPG
Co-op
Likely Inspirations:
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive
Grand Theft Auto V
Left 4 Dead
Rainbow Six Siege
Team Fortress 2
Steam Review Analysis – Total (updated Jun 11, 2025, 2:07 PM)
Disclaimer: This analysis is independently conducted and is not affiliated with Valve or Steam.
Review Summary - 825
52%
Mixed

387

360

91%

Purchased on Steam

48

30

9%

Purchased Elsewhere

0% Primarily Play on Deck

Conclusion

The reviews for PAYDAY 2: The Alesso Heist reveal a polarized sentiment among players, with significant criticism directed at the heist's design, music, and microtransaction practices. However, some players appreciate the aesthetics, new weapons, and challenging gameplay, indicating that while the DLC has its merits, it may not meet the expectations of all players.

Strongly Positive
Positive
Great Aesthetics

Some players appreciate the visual design and atmosphere of the heist, finding it appealing.

~5%
Fun Heist Mechanics

Despite criticisms, some players enjoy the mechanics of the heist and find it entertaining.

~4%
New Weapons and Gear

Players appreciate the introduction of new weapons and gear, adding variety to gameplay.

~3%
Challenging Gameplay

Some reviews highlight the challenge of the heist, which can be appealing to players seeking difficulty.

~3%
Neutral / Mixed Opinions
Mixed Value for Price

Players express mixed feelings about the value of the DLC, with some feeling it is overpriced.

~3%
Negative
Repetitive Gameplay

The heist is noted for its repetitive tasks and lack of engaging objectives, leading to a dull experience.

~5%
Strongly Negative
Frustrating Heist Design

Many players find the heist design tedious and lacking variety, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience.

~9%
Poor Level Design

The level design is criticized for being repetitive and confusing, making navigation difficult.

~6%
Awful Music

The music is described as annoying and repetitive, detracting from the overall experience.

~6%
Microtransactions Controversy

Players express strong discontent regarding the introduction of microtransactions and perceived cash-grab tactics.

~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, 12:02 AM
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