In PAYDAY 3, players can once again customize masks to personalize their character. A custom mask consists of a color scheme and a pattern.
Masks in PAYDAY 3 can be purchased from the shop vendor, by buying the silver and gold editions of the game, or by claiming infamous rewards from Starbreeze's website.
Default (Preferred Character)[]
Masks unlocked by default. When you equip this mask, it changes depending on what character you are.
Not the face of death, now a clown, and kind of split in half with a laughter or giggle poorly held back. The exact symbolism of Wolf's mask is ambiguous at best. To be honest, fuck around and find out is the closest thing to a meaning it might have. A bit insane and runs hot or cold. A bit like its original wearer.
When Joy first joined the gang, she represented a younger generation. Nowadays, she, too, is a veteran. Her mask is as much about hiding her true identity as it is about showing her inner one. She can get in anywhere and take what she wants.
In many ways, this mask is the symbol of the Payday Gang. It stands for the career criminal version of the American dream. Work hard, be loyal to your crew, and build the life you deserve. It doesn't matter who you are. With enough tenacity, all can reach the top. This has always been the mindset of Dallas.
The exact circumstances surrounding Chains' discharge from the SEALs is unknown. But maybe the abbreviation used to name his mask says it all. Bad Conduct Discharge. Either way, he landed on his feet and wears his mask proudly.
Pearl runs a very good con. However, when she is out heisting, she is in the thick of it. When the mask is up, she wants anyone that sees her to know that she's the cat that swallowed the canary.
Early on, Hoxton got into fights back in Sheffield, and more often than not, the violence was motivated by which soccer team the people he squared up against supported. Owl or Blade? When it comes to his mask, the expression basically means, "are you with us or against us."
- Currently, these masks cannot be bought in the Vendor Shop and can only be worn by the heisters who own them.
Infamous Rewards[]
This mask can be obtained by logging in to your nebula.starbreeze.com account and claiming the "PAYDAY 2 Veteran" infamous reward from the PAYDAY 2 to PAYDAY 3 cross promotion campaign. To be able to claim the reward, you have to have launched PAYDAY 2 at least once.
The newer mask might be a bit swankier, but damn, does this one take me down memory lane!
- As suggested by its name, the OG American Dream mask is Dallas' original mask from PAYDAY: The Heist. The mask has cracks and a bullet lodged in its forehead, showing the mask has gone on quite a lot of heists with Dallas to the point where it is in poor condition.
Gleam: Mask Designer[]
These masks can be bought at the Vendor Shop for in-game money.
Mask Moulds[]
The exact circumstances surrounding Chains' discharge from the SEALs is unknown. But maybe the abbreviation used to name his mask says it all. Bad Conduct Discharge. Either way, he landed on his feet and wears his mask proudly.
This will give your face that tanky serious look. It sure makes a statement. You're here to shoot things up and get shot at—no two ways about it.
When Joy first joined the gang, she represented a younger generation. Nowadays, she, too, is a veteran. Her mask is as much about hiding her true identity as it is about showing her inner one. She can get in anywhere and take what she wants.
Pearl runs a very good con. However, when she is out heisting, she is in the thick of it. When the mask is up, she wants anyone that sees her to know that she's the cat that swallowed the canary.
Oddly enough, when you slip this on, you don't feel the need to get on the ice. You either think about making substantial bank withdrawals, or you get the urge to go on nightly summer strolls by a lake where the water is crystal clear.
You're fine with people knowing you mean business, but that's about all. There are no telltale signs that can reveal who you are or what you're about to do. People tend to fear what they don't understand.
You don't need to be flashy. Your actions speak volumes. And it's nobody's business if you're grinning like a lunatic or as blank as a sheet of paper while you're on the job. You're a big question mark to onlookers, which makes you even more terrifying.
Early on, Hoxton got into fights back in Sheffield, and more often than not, the violence was motivated by which soccer team the people he squared up against supported. Owl or Blade? When it comes to his mask, the expression basically means, "are you with us or against us."
Not the face of death, now a clown, and kind of split in half with a laughter or giggle poorly held back. The exact symbolism of Wolf's mask is ambiguous at best. To be honest, fuck around and find out is the closest thing to a meaning it might have. A bit insane and runs hot or cold. A bit like its original wearer.
In many ways, this mask is the symbol of the Payday Gang. It stands for the career criminal version of the American dream. Work hard, be loyal to your crew, and build the life you deserve. It doesn't matter who you are. With enough tenacity, all can reach the top. This has always been the mindset of Dallas.
I knew a guy once who wore a mask like this, and he was a true pro. Nah, he didn't do his job on the ice. But let me tell you, he took some shits and made damn sure his team took home the big score.
Pulling a heist doesn't mean you're uncultured. Why not show off your creative and insightful side? It will probably be like pearls before swine, but still, there is nothing wrong with trying to share your interests with others.
Out of sight, out of mind. Trust me, people will freak out when you show off your perfect aim while wearing this thing. They say that justice is blind, but the same can be said for greed. And if asked, you can genuinely say that you didn't see the robbery go down.
Back in the day, Art Deco hit the architectural scene big time. It represented luxury, glamor, and riches. As a ghost from the past robbing the elite of today, this mask fits you perfectly.
Historians can only speculate who the prisoner in the Iron Mask really was. The poor bastard died back in 1703, after 34 years of incarceration. But they ain't gonna catch you now, are they? Funny. All the prisoner wanted was to take this thing off, and now you're fighting to keep it on.
"O Cupid, Cupid; Get Your Bow!" I know. You're not searching for love, just cold hard cash. And your weapon of choice is probably a bit more effective. But who knows? Somewhere down the line, it might be an interesting challenge to heist with a bow and arrow.
You seldom miss a step, a beat, or a detail. What you do is an art form, after all. Even though you are one of the best, there still might be some things you need to learn. Until then, a Maiko you shall remain.
People often wonder how they can stay sexy during the Apocalypse. The answer is simple: Get a mask that can protect your face! Bullets, shrapnel, acid spit - they ain't got nothing on this thing. You'll be the envy of your cannibalistic raiding party.
Not all clowns are cut from the same cloth, and this one's no laughing matter. There won't be any clown car tricks. But you'll be surprised how much loot he can stuff in a single duffel bag.
The veil is for their benefit. Too many times, you've seen what happens to the living when they lay eyes upon your forbidden visage. Yet despite your warnings, they always want to see your face for themselves. Why, oh why, do they always have to look beneath the shroud?
Cute! I know, right? Cute or not, a kitten is a hunter in the making. So while people are busy looking into those adorable eyes, your hands are free to snatch up that loot. Just make sure you don't play with laser dots. Getting sniped is a bad way to go.
Molded by eldritch deities, you were meant for menial labor. A protoplasmic drone without consciousness; a slave to their hypnotic whims. But then you evolved, rallied your fellow heirodules, and drove your masters out of the very temple they commanded you to build. You robbed the gods of their terrestrial throne. A heist of cosmic proportions.
Imagine being an apple. You hang there while all sorts of critters nibble at you. Then you get saved just to be thrown into a pie or something. By all rights, apples should be a little insane. And they know the world owes them a big paycheck.
A sad bastard of a ball that'll scare the shit out of your hostages. But on the other hand, baseball fans might just start cheering when they see this fastball coming. At least until it hits them in the face.
Earning donations is all about trust, so you'll need to ooze credibility and keep an upstanding air about you. Pay no mind to the shocked expressions. People simply aren't used to seeing real honesty stare them in the face.
It's not all about the guns and bravado; there is also cunning involved. Surviving on the mean streets requires that little something extra. Selective ruthlessness, proactive violence, and an iron will. This is something a capo understands. Capeesh?
There is beauty in power. The bald eagle is the apex predator of the skies, hunting and striking with absolute precision. It always gets what it wants and does so with grace. Opportunistic as they are, they'll snatch up just about anything that strikes their fancy.
You know that trust is of the essence, and you understand that a disarming smile can go a long way. Yet somehow, people still seem wary of you. They simply don't trust your pure intentions. You can't understand why; you have spent hours in front of the mirror perfecting that grin of yours.
- The BCD mask is Chains' mask without paint. It is PAYDAY 3's version of "Chains Begins" from PAYDAY 2.
- The Banshee mask is Clover's mask without paint. It is PAYDAY 3's version of "Clover Begins" from PAYDAY 2.
- The Breacher mask is Joy's mask without paint. It is PAYDAY 3's version of "Joy Begins" from PAYDAY 2.
- The Edged Grin mask is Pearl's mask without paint.
- The Goalie mask resembles the mask worn by Waingro in the 1995 film, Heat. It appeared in PAYDAY 2 under the name "Hockey Mask".
- The Miss. Empty and Mr. Empty masks are PAYDAY 3's versions of PAYDAY 2's "Mrs. Mannequin" and "Mr. Mannequin" respectively.
- The Owl or Blade mask is Hoxton's mask without paint. It is PAYDAY 3's version of "Hoxton Reborn Begins" from PAYDAY 2.
- The Sectioned mask is Wolf's mask without paint. It is PAYDAY 3's version of "Wolf Begins" from PAYDAY 2.
- The Star-Spangled mask is Dallas' mask without paint. It is PAYDAY 3's version of "Dallas Begins" from PAYDAY 2.
- The OG mask resembles the mask worn by McCauley in the 1995 film, Heat. It appeared in PAYDAY 2 under the name "Hockey Heat".
- The Le Fantôme mask is a reference to the musical, Phantom of the Opera.
- The Masque de Fer resembles the Iron Mask worn by "L'Homme au Masque de Fer", a.k.a. "The Man in the Iron Mask", a political prisoner during the reign of King Louis XIV of France whose true identity is unknown to this very day.
- The Shroud mask is a reference to the Shroud of Turin, a linen cloth that bears a faint image of a man’s front and back.
- The Kitty mask is PAYDAY 3's version of the "Chibi Kitteh" mask from PAYDAY 2.
- The Eyes of Shaggoth mask is a reference to shoggoths, which are monsters from H.P. Lovecraft’s science fiction novella, At the Mountains of Madness, that have eyes all over their bodies.
- The Dead Red mask is likely a reference to the nickname of New York City, "The Big Apple".
- The Ballsy mask resembles Mr. Met, the mascot of the New York Mets, one of New York's baseball teams.
- The Seedy Sam mask resembles Uncle Sam, a personified representation of the United States of America that was used back in the day to recruit people into the army.
- The Beaked Boss mask is a reference to the Metal Gear Solid franchise, referring to the "Big Boss" character whom also wears an eyepatch.
- The Capo mask is a reference to Al Capone, a notorious American gangster during the Prohibition era of the U.S.A.
- The Dishonest Abe mask resembles Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States.
Customized Masks[]
These masks are customized variants of mask moulds.
Bold strategy, I'll give you that. Showcasing that you don't care if someone shoots you in the face either makes you insane or crazy like a fox.
You've gone beyond the mere apprentice level of a Maiko. Not fully there yet, but the determination is clear as day on your face.
An apple a day keeps the doctor away. Though, I don't think the teacher would be too happy to find this apple sitting on their desk.
Cold hard exterior, but a heart filled with love. For someone who robs people for a living, you might even come off as mysterious and sympathetic.
Very 80s red light district. Though combined with that blank expression, it has a bit of a psychotic vibe going for it. You sure seem to walk down some twisted alleys.
I mean, the man is a heist veteran, and his advice is solid. We need to keep those helmets flying!
It's obvious that you don't need more cash. I mean, you're wearing a mask of solid gold! I can only assume that you're out heisting for the rush at this point.
I can understand how you got it on your beak. But how the hell did you get it all over your face? And how is it so symmetrical!? On second thought, I don't even wanna know.
You're all about giving to the people, but everybody has to pay their debts. And if someone holds out on you, they'll be paying their interest in blood.
Broken nose and knocked-out teeth? Ain't a problem; this is the life. Battle scars are your badge of honor. And the people that gave them to you? Some are taking a dirt nap. The others are sleeping with the fishies.
A smile looks even more trustworthy when it's painted after the greatest country on Earth, right? Yeah, of course! That's how it works!
- The Indomitable mask is the Billy Ballistic mask with three bullet holes in its head.
- The Hardened Maiko mask is a variant of the Maiko mask with a lightning pattern on the right side in its original colors, with the rest of the mask being made of a teal metal of some sort.
- The Handy Smith mask is a green variant of Dead Red, with red, bloodied handprints on its face. It resembles a Granny Smith apple, which is green in color.
- The Iron Kiss mask is the Masque de Fer with some red kiss marks on its right side.
- The Pink Zebra mask is Miss. Empty, but colored pink and sporting a zebra-like striped pattern.
- The Ballsy Almir mask is a more dirty variant of the Ballsy mask. The name references Almir, the Global Brand Director at Starbreeze Studios. Additionally, his signature catch phrase "Keep those helmets flying!" is written in the center in blue pen, Almir's signature (initials) are on its forehead, and there is a smiley face on the left cheek of the mask.
- The Big Bank Hoodlum mask is the Star-Spangled mask, made completely out of gold. This is a clear reference to the "Golden Dallas" mask from PAYDAY 2, and is PAYDAY 3's variant of that iconic mask.
- The Beaked Red mask is a red, bloodied variant of the Beaked Boss mask.
- The Tax Day Abe mask is a black-and-white variant of the Dishonest Abe mask. The name of the mask references the fact that Abraham Lincoln had a major role in creating the IRS and imposed the first federal income tax. It also resembles Abraham Lincoln's appearance on portraits that were entirely black and white, as well as his appearance on the $5 bill.
- The Seasoned Capo mask is a beaten up variant of The Capo mask.
- The Striped Sam mask is a variant of the Seedy Sam mask with a red and white stripe pattern from top to bottom. This, of course, is a clear reference to the colors of the stripes on the American flag.
Mask Presets[]
This mask can be bought at the Vendor Shop for 10 C Stacks.
Scholars believe that the ancient Egyptians wrapped their dead to prevent decomposition. That's just not true. They actually covered them up because mummies are spooky-looking bastards with shriveled up nightmare faces, and who the hell wants to see that? Good looking out, ancient Egyptians!
- The Under Wraps mask, which is based off of an Egyptian mummy, was the first physics-based mask added to the game (meaning that parts of the mask move as you run around; in this case, the straps underneath the teeth.)
Houston Character Pack DLC[]
Requires the "Houston Character Pack" DLC. Once you have downloaded the DLC, you will unlock 1 copy of each mask in your inventory.
Mask of the Week[]
<tabber>Masks= These masks rotate every week and can be obtained within that week by spending C-stacks.
- The Monkey Business mask is based off of Donkey Kong and Bonzi Buddy.
- The Waifu mask resembles an anime girl. It bears significant similarities in appearance to Mew Mew Kissy Cutie from Undertale and .GIFfany from Gravity Falls, but the artist behind the mask stated this was purely coincidental. It is PAYDAY 3's version of "Kawaii" from PAYDAY 2.
- The Steamboat Sawyer mask is based on Popeye the Sailorman, as well as Mario's classic appearance in Donkey Kong, according to the artist.
Mask Mania[]
These masks can be obtained through the Mask Mania event from July 16 - July 21, 2024. Every time you play a heist during the event, you’ll help fill up the progress bar for the corresponding mask by collecting loot. Everyone who plays collectively adds to the progress bar of the mask that represents the heist. If a mask was not fully unlocked during the event, or if you did not participate in unlocking a mask, it will be obtainable through the hardcore challenge system that will be implemented at a later date.[1]
- The Shakedown Shark mask was the one to win the event.
- The Disco Molly mask is used as Haua’s profile pic on social media.
Syntax Error Tailor Pack DLC[]
Requires the "Syntax Error Tailor Pack" DLC. Once you have bought the DLC, you will unlock 1 copy of each mask in your inventory.
- The Poindexter mask resembles the Nerd Face emoji.
- The Commander 53 mask has blinking eyes.
Boys in Blue Tailor Pack DLC[]
Requires the "Boys in Blue Tailor Pack" DLC. Once you have bought the DLC, you will unlock 1 copy of each mask in your inventory.
Houston Breakout Tailor Pack DLC[]
<tabber>Masks= Requires the "Houston Breakout Tailor Pack" DLC. Once you have bought the DLC, you will unlock 1 copy of each mask in your inventory.
Fear & Greed Tailor Pack DLC[]
<tabber>Masks= Requires the "Fear & Greed Tailor Pack" DLC. Once you have bought the DLC, you will unlock 1 copy of each mask in your inventory.
Trifecta Lootbag DLC/Pre-Order Bonus[]
This mask was originally obtainable only by pre-ordering the game, but can now be obtained by purchasing the Trifecta Lootbag DLC.
There is no better feeling than moving through the urban mayhem with style and grace. Stylish and overbearingly intimidating, this is the perfect look for a hard-hitting heister.
- The name of the Venomous Verdigris mask refers to its teal color.
Starbreeze Nebula[]
These masks are obtained simply by signing up for Starbreeze Nebula.
Look at this thing! It's horrific, yet so awesome! I'm not sure you would even need a gun. Seriously, people would probably just fork over the cash and call it a day.
- The Coulrophobia mask is a reference to the phobia of the same name, which is a fear of clowns.
- The Black Claret mask is The OG mask but colored red with black circles around the eyes. It might be a reference to the Marvel character Deadpool.
Twitch Drops[]
This mask is obtainable by watching a PAYDAY 3 Twitch stream with "!drops" in the title for three hours.
- The Almir mask is based on Almir Listo, a member of the public relations team at Starbreeze.
- The Elizabeth mask is based on
Elizabeth, a member of the public relations team at Starbreeze.
- These masks are used by the public relations team in PD3.
Collabs[]
This mask is obtainable by linking your Starbreeze Nebula account to Alienware Arena.
- The Invader mask is PAYDAY 3's version of the Alienware masks from PAYDAY: The Heist and PAYDAY 2. This one is black in color with purple eyes.
Special Editions[]
Collector's Edition[]
This mask is obtainable by buying the collector's edition of PAYDAY 3 on consoles and redeeming a code.
Scarred, grinning, and golden, this mask makes it abundantly clear that business is good! It’s also quite apparent that you don’t fuck around.
- Along with being a mask players could use in-game, a physical version of the mask is given to players who buy the collector's edition of the game.
Silver Edition[]
This mask is obtainable by buying the silver edition of PAYDAY 3.
"He who sleeps in a silver bed has golden dreams." Sure, but those who wear a silver mask get to steal the bullion. Dark and stylish, argent and chic. This haute couture mask will make those golden dreams come true.
- The name of the Dark Sterling mask literally means "dark silver".
Gold Edition[]
This mask is obtainable by buying the gold edition of PAYDAY 3.
Most people have a darker side, but they rarely dig deep enough to see it. Meanwhile, you can barely keep yours in check, and you're happy to let the façade melt away. That's true liberty!
- The Skull of Liberty mask is, obviously, a reference to the Statue of Liberty, the iconic landmark on Liberty Island in New York City. This mask is animated and the statue face will disappear and reappear every few seconds, revealing a metallic, silver skull underneath.