The Payday series relies on players teaming up to pull off the best money heist ever, robbing banks and getting away with it mostly unscathed. If you end up firing guns mid-mission, well, you’ll have a harder time going through the police, but that’s the fun of the series.

The newly-announced third game of the series plans to add more mechanics to a game that wasn’t really broken and lacking to begin with. A significant improvement in Payday 3 is the refined stealth mechanics. Stealth has always been a key aspect of the Payday series, and the third installment takes it to new heights. Somehow or other, these new additions seem to work and gel with our writer and resident co-op shooter fan Xandria Morden, since there’s a new stealth system, negotiation bit for hostages, and art heists.

This system allows players to make choices that can influence the outcome of the situation. Negotiations require careful consideration, as the choices made can have consequences. Players must assess the risk versus reward of their decisions. The negotiation system adds a layer of tension and strategic thinking to the heists; you can get equipment by trading hostages. Or you can use them as human shields; your choice really.

The stealth system is also a lot deeper, with smarter AI and guards who are relentless and are a far cry from Payday and Payday 2. You can even blend in as a civilian, you have a lesser risk of getting caught though your infilitration options are limited. Though it’s best if you just watch it all in motion; here’s her hands-on impression of the game, customization and all.

Payday 3 will be out for PC and consoles this 21st September.