Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Core i5-7500 / Ryzen 5 1600 Mémoire vive : 12 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 1060 / RX 580 - 6GB VRAM Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 10 GB d'espace disque disponible Prise en charge VR: Steam Frame, OpenXR, Index, Quest via link and Oculus Rift S
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires
PAYDAY: Aces High
With **VR headsets mentioned in nearly a third of reviews**, *Payday: Aces High* has carved a niche for thrill-seekers craving high-stakes infiltration—yet the execution leaves many players frustrated by its rough edges.
What it's about: Un vrai shot d'adrénaline chaque fois que vous enfilez le masque. Élaborez des plans audacieux et semez le chaos avec style dans des casses explosifs. PAYDAY: Aces High est le jeu de braquage VR ultime en coop jusqu'à 4 joueurs.
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 78 | 46 | 8 | 24 |
| Content / longevity | 27 | 18 | 2 | 7 |
| Interface / UX | 13 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
| Graphics / art | 10 | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| Multiplayer | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Performance | 7 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| Value for money | 7 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| Stability / bugs | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Audio / music | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Story / writing | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 3.5 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.5 h.
🪤 63 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 41 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 1,8 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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Strengths
- {'description': "VR immersion is the standout feature, with **19 mentions of 'VR'**—all praising the sense of being *in* the heist, though only **10% of players** have logged over 10 hours, suggesting it’s a hard sell for casuals.", 'figure': '19 mentions (VR), 74% positive for 2-10h playtime'}
- {'description': 'The **multiplayer heists** are universally lauded: every mention (8/8) highlights the fun of coordinating with teammates, though the small sample size (8 mentions) means this is a minority focus.', 'figure': '8 positive mentions (multiplayer), 100% positive for 10-25h playtime'}
- {'description': 'Content variety shines, with **18 positive mentions** out of 27 praising the diverse job options—players appreciate the mix of infiltration and action, though bugs and UI quirks often derail the experience.', 'figure': '18 positive mentions (content), 67% positive for gameplay'}
- {'description': "The **army of weapons and tactics** (14 mentions of 'armes') gives players tools to experiment, though this is more of a draw for veterans than newcomers.", 'figure': '14 mentions (weapons), 46 positive mentions (gameplay)'}
Weaknesses
- {'description': 'The **UI is a dealbreaker** for many: **10 negative mentions** out of 13 criticize clunky controls and unclear commands, with **80% of players under 2 hours** citing this as a turnoff.', 'figure': '10 negative mentions (UI), 48% positive for <2h playtime'}
- {'description': 'Bugs are a persistent issue, with **4 mentions** all flagging crashes or glitches—enough to sour the experience for players who expect a polished heist sim.', 'figure': '4 negative mentions (bugs), 24 negative mentions (gameplay)'}
- {'description': 'Graphics and audio are polarizing: **5 negative mentions** for visuals and **1 negative mention** for audio suggest the production values feel dated or inconsistent for the genre.', 'figure': '5 negative mentions (graphics), 1 negative mention (audio)'}
- {'description': 'The **price point** is a sticking point for some, with **3 negative mentions** questioning value—especially when compared to the series’ history of frequent DLC or updates.', 'figure': '3 negative mentions (price), 4 positive mentions (price)'}
Who is it for?
This game is for **hardcore heist fans and VR enthusiasts** who don’t mind rough edges for the thrill of infiltration—especially those who enjoy multiplayer chaos. However, newcomers or players sensitive to UI quirks may find the experience frustratingly disjointed.
Is PAYDAY: Aces High worth it in 2026?
Player opinion is split: 64% of 115 Steam reviews are positive (player score 56/100). Most-praised strength: {'description'. Current price: 24,99€.
Verdict
*Payday: Aces High* proves the franchise still has life in VR, but its rough edges—bugs, UI, and inconsistent polish—hold it back from being a must-play for casuals. The multiplayer and content variety save it for dedicated fans, but the technical debt feels like a missed opportunity to elevate the series. If you’re willing to overlook the flaws, the immersion and action make it worth a shot—but don’t expect a seamless experience.
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