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Buy the Payday 2: Crimewave Edition (Xbox One) in Kenya from City Gadgets Kenya. A four-player co-op heist shooter for Xbox One with the Crimewave Edition content. Same-day Nairobi delivery, M-Pesa accepted. Call 0745 575 931.

Payday 2: Crimewave Edition (Xbox One) in Kenya

A co-op heist game for Xbox One players who want to plan and pull off robberies with friends.

Payday 2: Crimewave Edition is a cooperative first-person shooter for Xbox One in which up to four players team up to rob banks, jewellery stores and more. Available in Kenya from City Gadgets Kenya, this page is for shoppers searching "Payday 2 Crimewave Edition Xbox One", "Payday 2 Kenya", "co-op shooter Xbox One", "heist game Xbox One", "buy Xbox One games Nairobi", "Xbox One games Kenya" or "four player co-op games Xbox".

Payday 2 is about teamwork. You and your friends plan a robbery, choose masks and skills, and then work together to get in, grab the loot and get out while the police arrive in waves.

Key specs at a glance

Specifications come from published manufacturer and retail specification sheets. Gaming accessories are sold in several versions with different colours, model codes and platform labels, so please ask our team to confirm the exact model, colour and version in stock before you pay.

What's in the box

What Payday 2 is

Payday 2 is a cooperative first-person shooter in which a crew of criminals carries out heists. It was developed by Overkill Software and released on the Xbox One as the Crimewave Edition in 2015. People who search for "Payday 2 Crimewave Edition Xbox One" or "heist game Xbox One" are usually looking for a game to play with friends.

The appeal is the variety. One heist may ask you to sneak in quietly, disable cameras and take what you came for. Another may turn into a loud gunfight when things go wrong. You choose how to approach a job, and the game responds to your choices.

What the Crimewave Edition includes

The Crimewave Edition was the version released for consoles, and it bundled the base game with a number of extra heists and content that had been released for the game. The exact contents depend on the version in stock, so we confirm what is included before you pay. This is important because the game has had a large amount of additional content over the years, and the version in stock may not include everything.

If you want to play with friends who have a different version, agree on which version everyone has, because some content is shared and some is not.

How a heist plays

Each job has objectives. A planning stage lets you pick equipment, and on the job you complete steps such as drilling a vault, hacking a computer or carrying bags of loot to a van. Police respond, and you must hold them off or avoid them. Success depends on cooperation: one player may watch for guards while another works on a lock.

Heists can be played with stealth or force. Stealth requires patience and communication, and one mistake can raise the alarm. A loud approach is fast and chaotic, and it rewards good aim and teamwork.

Character progression

As you complete jobs you earn experience and money, and you can unlock skills, weapons and masks. Skills are arranged in groups, so you can build a character who specialises in stealth, in heavy weapons, in support or in technical tasks. The progression gives a reason to keep playing and to try different builds.

A team with a mix of roles tends to do better than a team of four identical characters. Talk with your friends before a job so that each person covers a role.

Playing with friends and online

Payday 2 can be played alone with computer-controlled teammates, but it is designed for friends. Online play on Xbox needs an online subscription and a stable internet connection. A voice chat or a headset helps a great deal, since planning and calling out guards is much easier when you can talk.

If you play in a gaming lounge or at home with friends, a headset with a microphone is a good companion for this game, and we can advise you on one.

Content and age rating

The game features violence, guns and criminal themes, and it carries a mature age rating on the case. It is not suitable for young children. Parents should check the rating and use Xbox family settings. Adults who enjoy the genre will find a strong co-op game.

Playing it on your Xbox

This is an Xbox One game that normally runs on the Series X and Series S through backward compatibility. It may download updates, so check your free storage and your data bundle before you install. A Series S cannot read discs, so ask us for a digital option if you own one.

Online games are sensitive to a weak connection, and a wired connection is steadier than Wi-Fi in a busy home.

Common questions before buying

Can I play alone? Yes, with computer-controlled teammates, but it is best with friends.

Do I need Xbox online? Online play generally needs an online subscription.

What does the Crimewave Edition include? It bundles the base game with extra content. We confirm the contents per unit.

Is it suitable for children? No. It has a mature rating, so check the case.

How many players? Up to four players in a crew.

Is it a disc or a digital code? We confirm this for the specific unit before you pay.

Questions we hear often about Xbox games in Kenya

• Is it safe to buy a game from a shop in town? It is safe if you buy from a seller who shows you the item, gives you a receipt and explains the terms. We tell you whether the stock is a disc or a digital code, and which edition, before you pay.

• Will this game work on my Xbox? That depends on your console and on the edition. Tell us whether you own an Xbox One, Xbox One S, Xbox One X, Series X or Series S, and we will confirm. A Series S has no disc drive, so a disc will not play on it.

• Do you deliver in Nairobi and outside? Yes. Orders confirmed before 3pm are delivered the same day in Nairobi, and outside Nairobi we deliver by courier, typically 1 to 3 business days after dispatch. The delivery charge is confirmed before you pay, and M-Pesa is accepted.

• Is the game new? We list new items and show you the sealed pack. If a pack looks opened or damaged, tell us before you pay.

• Can you recommend what else I need? Tell us your console, your storage space and your budget. We would rather recommend one good game than sell you several you will not finish.

Starting your criminal career: a beginner guide

Begin with the shorter, simpler jobs to learn the basics. Learn how to use your equipment, how to carry loot and how the police respond. Do not try the most difficult heists first, because the penalty for failing as a team can be frustrating. Spend your early earnings on skills that help your preferred style, and do not spread your points across everything.

Communication is the secret to success. Tell your team when you see a guard, when you need help and when you are ready. If you are playing without a headset, agree on a few simple rules before you start.

If you play alone, the computer-controlled teammates will help, but they are not as good as friends. You may find the game easier on lower difficulty settings when you begin.

Stealth or loud: choosing your style

Stealth is about patience. You watch guard patterns, avoid cameras and work quietly. It is rewarding when it works, but a mistake can turn the job loud. Loud play is about firepower and teamwork, and it suits players who enjoy action. Many crews try stealth first and switch to loud when things go wrong.

Try both approaches, and talk about which suits your group. A crew that agrees on a plan usually does better than one where each player does their own thing.

Setting up a good online session in Kenya

Online play depends on your connection. If your home internet is slow in the evening, try to play at off-peak times, and use a wired connection if you can. Close other devices that use the internet, such as phones streaming video, so that your console has a clear connection.

A headset with a microphone makes a big difference. If you need one, ask our sales team for a gaming headset that works with your controller.

Safety, age and sensible play

Payday 2 is an adult game, so keep it away from young children. Online chat can include strong language, so use party chat with friends rather than open lobbies if you are a parent. Xbox family settings can limit who your child talks to, and who they can play with.

As with any long co-op game, set a time limit for yourself. A heist can take a while, and it is easy to lose track of time. Take breaks, drink water and keep the volume at a safe level, especially if you play with a headset.

Choosing the right version for your crew

Before you order, ask your friends which version they own, and whether they play on Xbox One or on a newer Series console. Games that bundle extra content can differ in what they include, so a crew that shares the same edition avoids confusion about missing heists or items.

Tell us your console and whether you want a disc or a digital copy, and we will confirm what is in stock. We can arrange same-day delivery in Nairobi for orders confirmed before 3pm, and M-Pesa is accepted. If you also need a gaming headset for voice chat, we can advise on one.

Final buying notes

Before you order Payday 2: Crimewave Edition (Xbox One), take a minute to think about who you will play with and what edition they have. If you are unsure, call or WhatsApp our sales team on 0745 575 931 with the model of your Xbox and what you like to play, and we will tell you honestly whether this game suits you.

We would rather lose a sale than sell you something that does not suit your setup. We let you inspect the pack, and we confirm any detail that is not published, such as the format and the edition, before you pay.

You can visit the shop at New Alnoor Exhibition, Shop 7, Second Floor, Taveta Road, Nairobi CBD, or we can arrange same-day delivery in Nairobi for orders confirmed before 3pm.

Playing Xbox games in a Kenyan home

Most Xbox owners in Kenya play on a console in a sitting room or bedroom, often shared by family members of different ages. A few practical habits make the experience better. Plug the console into a surge-protected extension, because Kenya's power can spike when it returns after an outage, and keep the console where air can flow around it, never in a closed cabinet. Dust is a constant, so wipe the console and controller with a dry cloth and keep discs in their cases.

Games take space. Many modern games are tens of gigabytes, and an older game can still receive large updates. If your console is almost full, delete finished games and keep only those you play. A game you delete can be installed again later, as long as you have the disc or the licence, and your saved progress is kept on the console or in the cloud when you are signed in to your Xbox account.

Which Xbox does this game play on?

Xbox games are made for particular generations of console, and it helps to know yours. The Xbox One family includes the original Xbox One, the Xbox One S and the Xbox One X. The Xbox Series family includes the Series X, which has a disc drive, and the Series S, which has no disc drive. Many Xbox One games also run on the Series consoles through backward compatibility, and some run better there. Games made for the Xbox 360 and the original Xbox are a separate matter, and only some of them run on newer consoles.

The most important practical point is the disc drive. A Series S cannot read discs at all, so a disc version of a game is useless on a Series S, and you would need a digital version instead. If you own a Series S, tell us before you buy. If you own a Series X, an Xbox One S or an original Xbox One, discs work, subject to the compatibility listed on this page.

We list each game for the platform named on its page. Whether the item in stock is a disc or a digital code, and which edition, is confirmed per unit, so ask us before you pay and we will tell you plainly.

Online play, updates and your Xbox account

Some features need an internet connection. Online multiplayer on Xbox normally needs an Xbox account and, for most online multiplayer games, an active Xbox online subscription. Updates and patches download over your home connection. In Kenya, a fixed home fibre or a stable router connection is better than mobile data for large downloads, and you should check your data bundle before you start a large update.

Keep your account details private. Never share your password with a seller or a stranger. We do not need your account password to sell you a game, and you should be cautious about anyone who asks for it.

Age ratings and family settings

Games carry age ratings, such as ESRB and PEGI ratings, which guide whether a game suits a child. A rating is a general guide and does not replace a parent's judgement. Xbox has family settings that let a parent set age limits for games, set screen-time limits and manage spending. If children play on your console, take ten minutes to set up a child account, and talk with them about online safety, including not sharing personal details and what to do if a stranger is rude.

How to check your game when it is delivered

1. Inspect the packaging for damage before you sign. A disc game should be in a clean case with an unscratched disc.
2. Check that the title, the platform logo and the edition match what we confirmed with you.
3. If it is a disc, look at the disc surface for scratches, and check that the case includes the disc and any inserts we confirmed.
4. If it is a digital code, check that the code arrives intact and has not been used, and redeem it on your own account as soon as you can.
5. Install the game on your console and play for a few minutes, so that any problem shows up while you can still tell us.
6. Contact our Customer Relations team on 0794 488 806 straight away if anything is wrong.

How to avoid fake or unsuitable games

Game discs and codes can be copied or sold in the wrong region. Watch for these signs.

• Check the packaging and the print. Blurry artwork, spelling mistakes, a missing platform logo or a missing rating label are warnings.
• Check the disc. A genuine disc has sharp printing and consistent markings. A hand-written or blank disc is not genuine.
• Check the region and language. Some versions may be locked to a region or lack a language you want, so ask us.
• Watch the price. A price far below the market for a recent game is a reason to ask why.
• Be wary of shared accounts. Be careful of any offer to share an account instead of selling you a game of your own, because accounts can be recovered by their owners and you may lose access.
• Buy from a seller with an address. Choose a seller who gives a receipt and explains the warranty, and avoid paying a stranger before you have seen the product.

Warranty and stock

Warranty and return terms for games depend on the format and the seller, and opened games and redeemed codes are generally not returnable unless they are faulty. We confirm the format, the platform and the exact terms in writing for the specific item before you pay, and Customer Relations on 0794 488 806 handles questions after purchase. Keep your receipt and the case.

Strengths and limits

What we like:

• Strong four-player co-op
• Many ways to approach each heist
• Character building and skills
• Fun with a headset and friends

What to keep in mind:

• Best played online with friends
• Online play needs a subscription and a stable connection
• Mature content and violence
• The contents of the edition must be confirmed

Who should buy the Payday 2: Crimewave Edition (Xbox One)

• Groups of friends who want a co-op game
• Players who like shooters with planning
• Adults who enjoy heist themes

Who should look elsewhere

• Young children
• Players with a slow or unstable connection
• Anyone who wants a single-player story game

Compare before you buy

Compared with other co-op shooters. Many co-op shooters are about waves of enemies. Payday 2 is built around planned robberies and objectives.

Compared with a competitive shooter. A competitive shooter pits you against other players. Here you work with them against the police.

Why buy from City Gadgets Kenya

Genuine, brand-new stock from a Nairobi shop you can visit. City Gadgets Kenya is at New Alnoor Exhibition, Shop 7, Second Floor, Taveta Road (at the Taveta Road and Accra Road junction), Nairobi CBD. We are open Monday to Friday 9:00am to 7:00pm, and Sunday 11:00am to 4:00pm (Saturday closed).

• Sales (pricing, stock and orders): call or WhatsApp 0745 575 931 on WhatsApp.
• Customer Relations (warranty, returns and support): call or WhatsApp 0794 488 806 on WhatsApp.
• Email: sales@citygadgetskenya.co.ke, handy for invoices, bulk orders and warranty paperwork.
• Delivery: same-day delivery in Nairobi for orders confirmed before 3:00pm on a working day. Outside Nairobi we deliver by courier to your nearest agent or your door, typically 1 to 3 business days after dispatch. The delivery charge depends on your location and the size of the item and is confirmed before you pay. Collection from the shop is free. Delivery times are estimates, not guarantees.
• Payment: M-Pesa accepted.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Payday 2 fun alone? It can be played alone, but it is much better with friends.

Does it work on Series X? It is an Xbox One game that normally runs on Series X through backward compatibility. We confirm for your console.

Do I need a headset? It is not required, but it helps a great deal for communication.

Does the Crimewave Edition include all the content? We confirm exactly what is included before you pay.

Can I pay via M-Pesa? Yes, M-Pesa is accepted.

Do you deliver outside Nairobi? Yes. Outside Nairobi we deliver by courier, typically 1 to 3 business days after dispatch. The delivery charge depends on your location and the size of the item and is confirmed before you pay.

What if it is faulty on delivery? Contact Customer Relations on 0794 488 806 straight away, and we will advise on the next steps.

Order the Payday 2: Crimewave Edition (Xbox One) today

Available now at City Gadgets Kenya. Call or WhatsApp our sales team on 0745 575 931 (WhatsApp) to confirm stock, the version, delivery and what is included, or email sales@citygadgetskenya.co.ke. Visit us at New Alnoor Exhibition, Shop 7, Second Floor, Taveta Road (at the Taveta Road and Accra Road junction), Nairobi CBD.