Unlock the Ultimate Payday 3 Experience: Insider Tips to Secure Your Beta Access
Get an exclusive sneak peek into the thrilling world of Payday 3 before anyone else! Secure your spot in the closed beta this August on Steam and Xbox Series X|S Join the ultimate heisting experience and be one of the first to embark on adrenaline-fueled missions
Starbreeze Studios and Deep Silver, the developers and publisher of Payday 3, are offering eager fans an exclusive opportunity to join the action early. The closed beta for Payday 3 will take place from August 2 to 7 and will be available on both PC and Xbox Series X|S.
During the closed beta, players will experience the thrilling heist called "No Rest for the Wicked." Their challenge will be to secure a substantial amount of money from the vault while ensuring their own survival. Whether players choose a stealthy approach or unleash their overwhelming power, the closed beta promises a thrilling preview of Payday 3.
For those who can't wait to dive into the game before its official release, this guide provides all the necessary steps to get started.
How to Get Into the Payday 3 Closed Beta
With two platforms for players to choose from when attempting to sign up for the beta, naturally, the methods will differ.
Steam
For PC players, joining the Payday 3 closed beta on Steam can be done by following these steps:
Sign in to the account that will be used to access the beta.
Head to the Steam page for Payday 3 either via a web browser or the Steam application.
Scroll down to the purchasing section, and under the playtest section, click on Request Access.
Upon being selected, successful applicants will be sent an email that allows for access to the closed beta.
Xbox Series X|S
Players who prefer to do their heisting on the Xbox Series X or S, here are the steps to take:
Sign in to the preferred Xbox account that will be used for the beta.
Navigate over to the Xbox Insider Hub, and select the Previews section.
Look for Payday 3 under this section and apply for access.
Selected participants will receive an email with further information regarding the closed beta of Payday 3. During this exclusive testing phase, players will have the opportunity to explore all difficulty settings that will be available upon the game's official release. However, Infamy levels will be restricted to a maximum of 22, and weapon progression levels will be limited to level eight. It is important to note that progress made during the beta will not be transferred to the full game. Nonetheless, the closed beta will provide ample time for players to strategize and prepare, whether as part of a group or planning to play solo.
Payday 3 launches on September 21 on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.
