PC
CONSOLE
New Mode: PAYDAY
ANNOUNCEMENT
Hello, Players!
Breach, loot, and pull off a clean escape!
In collaboration with PAYDAY developer Starbreeze Entertainment, the new PvE mode “PAYDAY” has arrived in PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS. On the battlegrounds of PUBG, plan and execute the perfect heist with your team, secure the loot, and make your escape.
■ Mode Overview
PAYDAY is a co-op PvE mode for up to 4 players.
Players must complete various objectives, secure loot, fend off security forces, and make a successful escape.
Each heist follows a structured flow: Preparation → Infiltration → Objective Completion → Loot Securing → Survival & Escape.
Adapt your strategy by choosing between stealth and combat depending on the situation.
■ How to Access
Go to Play > Arcade > PAYDAY to enter and start matchmaking.
You can form a team by playing solo, inviting friends, or using auto matchmaking.
Once all players are ready after entering the lobby, the game starts.
■ General Flow
Complete objectives to find loot and escape while fighting off security forces.
Use stealth to get ahead when possible, and fight as a team when things get loud!
Secondary weapons have unlimited ammo and are silenced for stealth, but primary weapon ammo must be refilled with ammo bags or class abilities.
Beware of special enemies with unique abilities that can catch you off guard.
■ Safehouse (Lobby & Preparation Area)
The Safe House is where players prepare before the heist begins. After matchmaking, players enter this area, where they can select classes and weapons, and vote for the desired heist and difficulty.
Once the match starts, the players will spawn in an Safehouse.
In the Safehouse, players can:
Vote for the heist and difficulty
Select class and weapon
The heist and difficulty with the most votes are applied. If no selection is made, they are chosen randomly.
After the time limit, the game starts automatically. If all players gather in the ready area, the mission can start earlier.
■ Heist
Diamond District
Ha! A veritable buffet of diamonds in fancy stores. Go in quietly, or go in loud. It's your call.
The Exchange
Slush funds and laundered cash. The kind corporations keep hidden. This money exchange is a perfect target. Time to crack open their vault.
Nightclub
Nice night for clubbing, yeah? You after a quiet drink or a full-blown party? Either way, once you're in, you're set.
Road Rage
We've got the time and place. Let's stop those armored trucks and clean 'em out. Get ready, we're going in guns blazing!
■ Class
Each class has unique abilities, skills and weapons that you can unlock by securing more loot.
Assault
Specializes in automatic fire and high damage output, equipped with armor that can withstand heavy hits.
Support
Provides damage buffs, health recovery, and improved defense to teammates. Serves as the backbone of the team's support system with medium armor and lower firepower.
Tank
Excels in close-range engagements, drawing enemy fire and absorbing heavy damage. Attacks are slower but hit hard.
Marksman
Delivers precise, high-damage shots from range, thinning enemy lines with accuracy.
Ghost
Uses small-caliber weapons and light armor to flank enemies in tactical engagements. Hit-and-run tactics keep teammates agile and aware.
■ Mission Progression
Players must break into target locations to prepare for the main objectives and solve various heist missions.
Follow objectives and markers to progress through the heist. Secure loot and level up your class.
Assault & Regrouping Phases
Enemies attack continuously during the Assault Phase and temporarily retreat during the Regroup Phase.
Enemies will continuously spawn in large numbers, and enemies with special abilities may also appear.
■ Security System
Security systems and objective locations are randomly placed.
The security system consists of patrolling guards and stationary security cameras
During stealth, it is important to push as far as possible within the time limit.The detection circle shows how close you are to being spotted. When full, enemies sound the alarm. Stay crouched and use your secondary weapon.
If a guard hears suspicious activity, they will investigate. Direct visual detection triggers the alarm.
Taking out enemies or destroying security cameras increases the Suspicion Score. Reaching the maximum triggers the alarm.
Taking out a guard leaves behind an evidence bag. If it is seen by security cameras or other guards, the alarm is triggered. Dispose of it in a dumpster to hide it.
Enemies detect players over time if they remain in their line of sight. Detection is slower while crouching and faster while running.
Once detected or when the alarm is triggered, the heist shifts into combat stage.
■ Resources & Survival
Health is a limited resource and must be managed carefully.
Ammo can be resupplied at specific locations (supply points) or through class abilities.
Some classes have equipment specialized for healing and support.
Each class has a different secondary weapon that is silenced. You can fire it without alerting guards.
■ Rewards and Progression
Players earn 100% XP on mission success and 20% XP on failure.
Rewards are determined based on the amount of collected loot, mission success, and selected difficulty.
Mode Settings
Map : PAYDAY exclusive map
Perspective : TPP
4-Man Squads
Teams consist of up to 4 players.
Players can form teams in advance or recruit teammates using the Auto-Fill feature.
Teamkill from weapons is disabled.
However, teamkill from throwables is enabled.
Service Period (UTC)
PC: May 13, after live server maintenance - June 17, 07:00
Console: May 21, after live server maintenance - June 25, 07:00
Event Pass: PAYDAY
Join the PAYDAY Gang and pull off the perfect heist with Event Pass: PAYDAY.
Items List
Event Pass: PAYDAY ($3.99)
1 Level (100 G-Coin)
Sales Period (UTC)
PC: May 13, after live server maintenance - June 10, 07:00
Console: May 20, after live server maintenance - June 18, 07:00
Livestream Drops
Drops are available for livestreams featuring PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS at Twitch and Kick.
Total Obtainable Rewards
30 minutes: Stranded Pilot Pants
60 minutes: Stranded Pilot Gloves
90 minutes: Stranded Pilot Hat
120 minutes: Stranded Pilot Vest
Event Schedule (UTC)
PC & Console: May 13, 09:00 - May 30, 09:59
Check out the Livestreams
Important Notes
Rewards can only be claimed during the specified Drops period.
Rewards are instantly added to your account once you meet the viewing requirements and log in to the game.
To be eligible for the rewards, ensure that your KRAFTON ID is linked with your gaming platform and Twitch or Kick.
See you in PAYDAY.
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS Team
