Can You Be a Woman in Payday 3?
Yes, you can play as a female character in Payday 3, with two female characters, Pearl and Joy, available as playable characters at launch, joining the original gang of clown-masked criminals for a total of six heisters. The inclusion of female characters in Payday 3 offers players a more diverse and inclusive gaming experience, allowing them to choose from a range of characters that better reflect the complexity of the gaming community.
Introduction to Payday 3 Female Characters
Overview of Pearl and Joy
Pearl is a brand new character introduced in Payday 3, described as a master con artist and infiltrator, while Joy is a returning character from Payday 2, bringing her unique skills and personality to the new game.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Information
- What is Payday 3?: Payday 3 is a first-person shooter game developed by Starbreeze Studios and published by Deep Silver, and is the third installment in the Payday series.
- When was Payday 3 released?: Payday 3 was released on September 21, 2023, for PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S.
- How much does Payday 3 cost?: Payday 3 is priced at $40, with the developer attributing this to an intention of accessibility and keeping gaming affordable.
Characters and Gameplay
- Who are the playable characters in Payday 3?: The playable characters in Payday 3 include the original crew of Dallas, Hoxton, Wolf, and Chains, as well as two new female characters, Pearl and Joy.
- Can you play as a female character in Payday 2?: Yes, Clover is a playable female character in Payday 2, and Joy is also available as a playable character.
- What is Pearl’s role in Payday 3?: Pearl is a master con artist and infiltrator, using her skills to help the crew succeed in their heists.
Story and Setting
- What is the story of Payday 3?: Payday 3 takes place after the ending of Payday 2, where the Payday Gang went their separate ways but are forced back into a life of crime after being double-crossed and losing their money.
- Where does Payday 3 take place?: Payday 3 takes place mainly in New York, providing a new and exciting setting for the heists.
Development and Updates
- Who is the developer of Payday 3?: Payday 3 is developed by Starbreeze Studios and published by Deep Silver.
- Will there be DLC for Payday 3?: Yes, Starbreeze has announced a roadmap for the first year of DLC, with four expansions planned, each launching in a different season.
- What is the Year 1 – The Bad Apple release?: The Year 1 – The Bad Apple release is a series of DLC expansions for Payday 3, focusing on new cosmetics, characters, and heists.
Related Games and Characters
- What is Payday: The Heist?: Payday: The Heist is a cooperative first-person shooter developed by Overkill Software and published by Sony Online Entertainment, and is the first game in the Payday series.
- Is Ice-T in Payday 3?: Yes, Ice-T made a surprise appearance during Gamescom to reveal that he will be in Payday 3.
- Who is Shade in Payday 3?: Shade is a supporting character in Payday 3, and is the new handler of the Payday Gang, responsible for running Crime.
- Is Bain in Payday 3?: No, Bain is not in Payday 3, as he presumably died in Payday 2 due to a virus, and has been replaced by Shade as the handler of the Payday Gang.