When it comes to heist games, Payday has a special place in the hearts of many gamers out there. The franchise has gained a loyal following, eagerly nearing the release of the new addition. PAYDAY 3, the much-anticipated sequel, was no exception to this buzz, with fans eager to team up for more high-stakes robberies.
However, a recent announcement from Starbreeze Studios, the game’s developer, has tempered this excitement for some. During a livestream session, Almir Listo, the global brand director, dropped a piece of news that has left some fans disappointed and questioning their pre-orders.
Specifically, Listo confirmed that an online connection would be mandatory for all game modes, including single-player and that can only be achieved with a Starbreeze Nebula account. This revelation has stirred debate and discontent among fans, particularly those who were looking forward to enjoying the game on their own, without the need for an internet connection.
PAYDAY 3 is always online even in solo mode
Despite featuring a single-player mode where you can team up with computer-generated criminals, PAYDAY 3 will require you to be online. In a stream, Almir Listo stated that the decision stems from the game’s support for cross-progression and crossplay.
Fan reactions have been largely negative, with many voicing their concerns in the comment section. The overall feeling is that the lack of an offline mode makes the game narrow as many gamers enjoy solo modes but hate that they need internet connections always.
Transitioning to Steam, many have shown their displeasure through their reviews. Players there are sharing similar complaints about the always-online requirement. Most notably, many worry about what would happen if the game servers go offline. This is a concern that echoes among many long time and new gamers.
To oppose this, some gamers are vigorously urging others to “vote with their wallet” by withdrawing their pre-orders. This looks to be a tactic that players are taking, expecting that a a large dip sales of the game might push Starbreeze Studios to re-evaluate this decision and introduce a offline mode.
Nevertheless, not everyone is disappointed and gloomy about PAYDAY 3. For players who have no issue with always online mode, the game guarantees a mass of new aspects. From cryptocurrencies and Dark Web-linked heists to upgrades in weapons and armor, Starbreeze Studios aims to make the game a substantial advancement over its predecessor.
But one thing is still obvious, the need for internet constantly for any and all modes of the game has left gamers very disappointed. We will just have to wait and see if the developers look into this feedback and take it to heart, leading to a change for in the game.
