Starbreeze has admitted to errors following the controversial price increase for the Payday 2 Infamous Collection, raising it from $100 to $150 just before launching a new subscription service. The company introduced a monthly subscription priced at $4.99, providing access to over 65 DLCs, including new heists and cosmetics. Players reacted negatively to the pricing changes, accusing the developer of attempting to obscure the price hike. After receiving feedback, Starbreeze's head of commercial, Gustav Nisser, acknowledged the miscommunication and stated that the price will revert to the original amount. He emphasized the importance of transparent communication and expressed a desire to regain the trust of the community.

What was the reason behind the Payday 2 price hike?

The price hike was deemed an error by Starbreeze, which admitted to poor internal communication and a lack of warning to the community prior to the increase.

Payday 2, first launched in 2013, is a cooperative first-person shooter that focuses on heists and strategic gameplay. Players can team up to tackle various criminal missions, utilizing different characters and a vast array of customization options. The game has maintained a strong following due to continuous updates and the introduction of new content, making it a staple in the multiplayer FPS genre. The recent developments regarding the subscription service and pricing changes have reignited discussions about player rights and transparency in pricing models in the gaming industry.