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Payday: The Heist
FPS
Systems
PC-1 PlayStation-1
Released
October 18, 2011
ESRB
M For Mature 17+ due to Blood, Drug Reference, Intense Violence, Strong Language
Developer(s)
Overkill Software
Engine
Diesel Engine

WHERE TO PLAY

DIGITAL

PAYDAY™ The Heist is an action filled first person shooter that lets players take on the role of a hardened career criminal executing intense, dynamic heists in constant pursuit of the next “big score”. Load out with an array of weaponry and equipment. Navigate six high-stake heists with three other live or A.I. Co-Op partners in crime.

Genre(s)
FPS

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