Fast Travel Games has officially launched PAYDAY: Aces High, bringing the high-stakes heist experience to virtual reality. The title is now available exclusively on SteamVR, marking a significant shift for the series as it moves into a fully immersive first-person environment. Players interested in the new release can purchase the game directly through the Steam store starting today, November 5, 2026.
Loyalty Program and Pricing Details
To reward long-time supporters of the franchise, the developer is offering a 10% loyalty discount. This price reduction applies specifically to users who already own PAYDAY 3, PAYDAY 2, or PAYDAY: The Heist on their Steam accounts. This promotional pricing is time-sensitive and will expire on December 31, 2026. If you are a veteran of the series, ensure your Steam account is logged in to view the adjusted price at checkout. This initiative provides a clear incentive for existing fans to transition their heist operations into the virtual space.
Gameplay Mechanics and Loadout Options
The core loop of PAYDAY: Aces High centers on executing complex heists across various high-security locations, including banks, museums, and a high-security penthouse. The transition to VR fundamentally changes how players interact with their gear and environment during these missions. The game provides a specific set of tools for players to manage their objectives and defend against security forces. The available arsenal and utility items are summarized in the table below:
| Category | Items |
|---|---|
| Firearms | Assault Rifles (ARs), Submachine Guns (SMGs), Shotguns, Pistols |
| Tactical Gear | Grapple tools, Sentry guns |
The game is built specifically for SteamVR hardware, requiring a compatible VR headset to function. By utilizing the grapple and sentry guns, players can approach these heists with different tactical priorities compared to the standard flat-screen entries in the series. Coordinating with a team or managing the chaos of a vault breach requires a new level of spatial awareness. The VR mechanics are designed to keep the pressure high throughout each mission, forcing players to physically manage their equipment and surroundings. Prospective players should check their Steam library to confirm their eligibility for the loyalty discount before the December 31 deadline. This release represents a focused effort by Fast Travel Games to adapt the established heist formula for the unique requirements of virtual reality hardware, ensuring that the intensity of the series remains intact while introducing new ways to interact with the game world.