Payday 3: Best Build in 2024!? (Outdated By Precision Shot Changes)

[@ciphergacha9100]

I would love to see a general “unique and viable builds” video, although the bar for viable has gotten a lot lower thanks to stuff like the SA and the lead sprayer,

[@DavidXanitos]

Same, I also wondering if assassin build with smoke grenades is viable for endless health but I’m not sure if it’s just me that’s using it wrong or the way the game works but cops that die to something that isn’t me won’t mark other cops and team member smoke won’t mark for anyone else but them so it seems like it’s only good on solo only. Perhaps Kknowley can shed some light on that build

[@awesome7gang179]

I’ve recently created a half decent build that gets me through overkill that I’ve simply named ‘demoman’ where I just run grenades, ammo bags with ammo skills so I get more ammo in those bags, and just dump skill points in to the demolition skill line along with other little things. It’s great fun, since each ammo chunk (if you used the correct skills) you get 5 grenades, and you get 8 a bag and 2 bags. Do the math. The only downside is that you REALLY have to watch out for self damage, it’s a pain.

[@Kero-zc5tc]

@@DavidXanitosit’s working as intended, if you didn’t kill it or did but not with a suppressor it doesn’t count. It would likely be really op with all 4 people using it. Also if you get pin puller in CQC skill line you could also drop smokes that way

[@ElectronIsABadTuber]

currently, my favourite build was a random decision after seeing someone else using body shields to keep naders from filling dirty ice with gas: full send manipulator tree, keep a few hostages near the objective at all times, always have a human shield, equip the new pocket awp, and spec into enforcer for that grit and edge. it's been a lot of fun on heists like dirty ice and road rage where you don't have to be as limber. oh, and the thing that really makes this build fun? that one skill that makes you immune to stagger when you have grit and edge means that swat CANNOT BASH HOSTAGES OUT OF YOUR HANDS! hearing a weird noise and turning around to see a poor swat repeatedly bashing his gun into my brick wall back and then one tapping him has been the most satisfying thing i've experienced in this game

[@MasterKaiser3000]

You‘re a genius! Gotta try that one out.

[@braddeal2184]

People really don't understand there's more than meets the eye, maybe not a ton but there is certainly niche and cool builds such as this one

[@StarchieHalo]

​@braddeal2184 yeah but the thing is that payday 2 has more interesting builds than this game by a long shot, it's not even close

[@braddeal2184]

​@@StarchieHalo🎉

[@kinefish1674]

5:17 I thought this was the kknowley channel, not the gghostley channel

[@ridhosamudro2199]

Bro thought he's playing Receiver

[@That_american880]

The same thing happened to me I was so confused😂

[@joeJOE-zy7rw]

We need skills trees back. I honestly can't have fun in PD3 due to the limited same-y builds. 70% of skills are worthless and unfun. I know trees won't make the game balanced, but I am sure it is way way way easier to balance than all skills being worth 1 point. If they change it, then we might be back. Adding skill lines feel like change for the sake of change.

[@StarchieHalo]

It would balance things a lot more is the thing, UT is just a fact that a lot of the skills are better or worse than others when you consider they all cost 1

[@TheGoodGuy1337]

Funnily enough, this was the build I gravitated to normally after already going into ammo funnel and plate up since launch, even if it was a bit buggy at the time. The best part is this works with almost all weapons. If you're not using a scoped weapon, you can swap extra scope damage for Med Kit reviving downs for some extra down refreshments, etc. There's so much versatility in terms of weapons and extra utilities that it's just a fun, all-round build, SA included or not. And for Triage, all buffs means one Med Kit should max your adrenaline, so it ends up being super efficient. It's just fun for all weapons.

[@ItsAlpa]

In my opinion, this game needs to not re-work the skills, But re-do the entire system all together (edge, rush, grit). That is still the main thing that is really not making me want to play is how bad and repetitive the skills are. In PD2 you could always make something gimicky to play around with. That was the beauty of the perk decks that people don't talk about enough.

[@karlbrady8963]

Smokes are super underrated right now. 40% damage reduction on all cops which can now be marked due to the assassin skill death knell. Add on combat marking and threat assessment for 20% increased damage done and 20% reduced taken from all cops in smoke for a god smoke. Run with throwable build for easy games

[@emorymccomiskey3745]

Gun slinger tree giving better hipfire accuracy combined with the lmg and plate up has really felt like some classic payday 2 power fantasy recently.

[@imacookie1217]

I have to give this a try! I just have to kick the habit of constantly aiming

[@giulgu17]

Once I tried that combo I could never look back again

[@Unionhawk73]

Will definitely have to check this one out but to be honest I think I'm having way too much fun with a hipfire LMG build. Heavy stagger on every shot goes fairly nuts

[@sirisaac6225]

The hand cannon should be a free gun obtainable at some point. I understand it’s part of a paid pack but I have the gold edition and still think everyone should be able to try it. Even if it costs a ton of C-stack it shouldn’t be paywalled IMO. Locking guns behind a payment is a slippery slope that could result to pay to win in the future. Edit: “pay to win” it’s a PVE game but that is still anti consumer

[@PotatoBullets115]

It has been that way since Payday 2's launch. It's not going to change.

[@sirisaac6225]

@@PotatoBullets115 That’s a different game and it could change. The better question is if they want it to change (probably not)

[@derandere4356]

I basically already have the armor variant of this build, with slight variety (no points in medic for example) and the one thing I really struggle with is the overkill modifier Armor-Piercing Rounds in Rock the Cradle, Gold & Sharke and Touch the Sky. A build designed to soak up damage with regererative armor really crumbles against direct health damage if nobody on the team got a medic bag.

[@TheKknowley]

@@derandere4356 it’s a really good point against pure armour to be fair! Probably keep the modifier in mind and switch over to the fortitude variant if it’s armour piercing.

[@TheKknowley]

@@derandere4356 it’s a really good point against pure armour to be fair! Probably keep the modifier in mind and switch over to the fortitude variant if it’s armour piercing.

[@lucagamingcircus]

I used this build. It’s insane. Just. Wow. As for a unique builds like you did back at launch? YES PLEASE. That video with those unique and wacky builds was so much fun and I genuinely want to use builds like that again. Maybe you could fit 5 builds in this time instead of 3, but I’ll take any spice up fun build. As long as I get to enjoy my Payday 3 to the fullest!

[@kry3s]

Favorite build right now is bull kick and double barrel both with the infinite ammo setups.

[@danielosky711]

you need to try the adrenaline assassin build,you use infinite trowhables to constantly gain back health,without having a limited resource,i think that is the indisputed best build right now

[@TheKknowley]

I have tried it! Loads of fun, nowhere near as consistent though. The healing just doesn't compete with keeping up-time on adaptive armour.

[@Jackikins]

Oh it's easily the best. My go to. It just lets me playing HYPER aggressive if I'm on the ball.

[@criskiss500]

oh hey...im glad to see that 80% of the build is what im using currently

[@oddorchid8808]

If you want a real good build, you should use the 💜Purple💜Heart💜Healing💜Medic💜Build💜! It absolutely wipes the floor with this watered down one-shot build.

[@azazelsvideos8298]

💜Purple💜Heart💜Healing💜

[@MrCCDude]

I've been playing with a hip-fire LMG build that completely forgoes the micro management stuff and I just get all the core buffs from killing cops, with headshots refreshing edge, getting close up kills giving grit and suppressed kills giving rush. Its not as strong as the build you showed off but its just as flexible as the build you showed here being able to grab transporter skills, hostage trading skills and QoL skills. its a really good support build for just turning off my brain and going BRRRR all over cops and gives me the power trip fantasy i expect from heisting, while helping out my teammates with actually playing the game (its also really good in solo too)

[@aydn.s7404]

Can you share the build

[@jarejiko1]

the medic version with manipulator its my go to when playing cook off, super useful

[@kreia187]

I would very much be interested in some build variety videos. Especially a hostage/human shield focused build and a smoke grenade focused build would be really cool to see. Also, perhaps a Hybrid build that works for both Stealth and Loud, as something to just bring into quick play and not worry about too much.

[@Steampunkzter]

Infinite maxed out Explosive, flashbangs maxed out for stun and marking, then just armor gating, and edge skills. :) any gun works just keep people marked and living the dream, also adds the use of tool which is nice to use as there worthless.

[@thewhistler6537]

I'd use scopes if it didn't completely black out my peripheral vision.

[@NovaAge]

Just realised how MK14 EBR (SEI?) in this game is referred to as "SA", a designation used in British nomenclature. Although come to realise; it is called "Mark" instead of "M", so I guess it was already swinging in that direction.

[@TheKknowley]

I just learned something new!

[@NovaAge]

@@TheKknowley Small clarification in that case: SA stands for smallarm, a term used in all militaries; it's just that Britain uses it specifically for designations as names (like SA 80).

[@Finppa]

I personally like to have Medic line focused one where I use Combat Medic. That 5 seconds of invulnerability is so so good. Also you really do not need the scope magnification damage boost when your aim is true with the SA, SCAR or the new G3 or even the AK. Dozers shouldn't be an issue when ys have teammates backing you up. Or hell, any special in that case. It's a co-op game

[@CentreMetre]

Babe wake up, new Kknowley build just dropped.

[@dumitruana8745]

finally, i was literally searching every 8 hours to see if u uploaded this video

[@Usinghealer099]

Yeah. One shot to go back to play payday 2

[@henrikkristian7124]

just came back to pd3 and this build is hella good. ty

[@MicahNiteOfficial]

You should make an updated xp grind tutorial Edit: found your updated video thanks

[@goldygunz4365]

Love this. Thank you once again for sharing what your analytical mind can do.

[@JustAimIt]

I like to play Jewelry Store OVERKILL Loud as a tower defense, setting up turrets on the alley exit while shooting swats with renfield shotgun

[@CoOportal]

Scrambler build next maybe? 🤔

[@DannzOfficialz]

Honestly all I run is the SAA it is my fav weapon for loud. I can't be bothered to try better manage my ammo on other rifles etc. I'm not going to be a happy camper when it gets nerfed :,) Edit: If it gets nerfed * it seems the team would rather change the skills instead of touching the actual weapon balance

[@rubythebee3958]

You know, the game actually feels like it's enjoyable now. It's kinda finding its footing as a game, it's not irrelevant anymore.

[@braddeal2184]

Was just looking for a build video too, thanks 😅

[@shadowy5893]

when he shooting every bullet its like mlg era edits :D because he using skill that increase damage when using scope i know but its funny

[@Ab23_1]

Me when I'm in a worst build competition.

[@ciphergacha9100]

Bit early to say that for certain, but I doubt it’ll get much better than this

[@alrightatgames]

Fav build INFINITE MOSCONIIII MY KINGGGGGG

[@Deductive]

why not use the 6x time scope? wouldn't it be more powerful when it comes to dozers and maybe shields? Do its drawbacks outweight this small advantage? I mean One shot with most enemies is still an oneshot, that can't be improved.

[@TheKknowley]

@@Deductive yeah, it does hit harder, but I just hate using it when compared to the 5x. Totally a point of preference though!

[@jeronimoheuchert3786]

Now come up with the worst build and do a challenge run

[@Amazing-Czahorb]

gread vid, cant wait for the new story of payday vids. wondering if the story of raid world war 2 would be good.

[@BicirikBey]

Yessir. New Kknowley video!

[@alistairmathie7632]

can you make a melee build video?

[@alrightatgames]

Wait a minute.

[@cookiebro4246]

What are some good Attachments for the Adelig AR from the BIB Weapons Pack ?

[@RAINLORDV2]

I’ve been playing this game since release and don’t know I could pick up an armor pack if it breaks through a perk😂😂 I’ve had the same so called op build since release this one is way better

[@Skygamer_28]

BRO WHERE ARE YOUR HANDS?????? 5:10

[@jakenotjake899]

is there a build to level with if youre starting out? or like a method to level up fast?

[@Nailkaiser]

I don't normally comment on other people's videos, but I'm going to this time because someone sent this to me. I strongly disagree with many parts of the build. I'll try not to nitpick. I think it's a tragedy that the medic tree was so heavily invested in, yet not a single point was spared for arguably the best skill in the game other than precision shot: combat medic. I also think it's incredibly wasteful to try to spec for a hybrid build when you should commit to either going full armor or full health. As it stands, your adaptive armor will get in the way of your health, which you've invested a decent number of points in. Between armor and health, I'd recommend committing to health and just going all in with standard lining. Trust me, I've tried adaptive armor with similar builds and it's just going to be a problem. You're better off with assassin's mettle and killer kinesthetics. The armor isn't strong enough and will slow down the game for no reason.

[@TheKknowley]

Appreciate the comment! I also think you're wrong though. You become a resource burden if you just run health, you have a serious issue vs Cloakers and the penetration modifier if you just run armour. I've tried both extensively. For once, you're better doubling down on both playstyles.

[@roanewakeman9031]

I find I don't particularly need the reload one because aim ace and transporter skills let you have all 3 in near perpetuity so long as you can keep on top of the bags. This way I can stay on usually 3 of 4 plates and my AI team in the right spots just never die. But for a build that wants active fun then this is probably the best for that. Also the Bullkick is so good I may run a build around it soon, got any ideas for that?

[@TheKknowley]

The Bullkick is wierd because it's not even as if it needs Edge to one shot! That's why it hardly needs a build setup around it. As for transporter, I completely agree if you don't mind micromanaging the bags. I find that too annoying!

[@roanewakeman9031]

@@TheKknowley maybe gunslinger to tighten the hip fire and mower for continuous ammo, then user choice of ammo, armour or health bag builds or enforcer for grit.

[@DK_Brawler]

What's your setup on the Adelig RG5?

[@cookiedou3]

How am I meant to enjoy this? There's no Anarchist with the ICTV?

[@SolFireYT]

5:26 no hands 👀

[@Kero-zc5tc]

Drake playing

[@flubber8795]

I THOUGHT YOU GAVE UP ON “BEST” BUILDS AFTER THE ANARCHIST INCIDENT

[@TheKknowley]

I'm tempting fate.

[@braddeal2184]

?

[@flubber8795]

@@braddeal2184 back in the pd2 days he made a best build video and the build wasn’t that good

[@TarnadoYoutube]

WHERE THE HELL IS THEIR HANDS 5:18

[@ORTVYT]

why this video came out eaxly! a week after boys in blue got realsed???

[@RINO8604]

What?

[@ORTVYT]

@@RINO8604 the video came out eaxly one week after the boys in blue video i asking why? is it now understandable to you?

[@RINO8604]

@@ORTVYT How can a video come out after, yet still be early?

[@ORTVYT]

@@RINO8604 its cant but i didnt said so i said its came eaxly one week after boys in blue dont that it came early

[@Kero-zc5tc]

@@RINO8604he’s saying (I think) the video came out exactly one week after the boys in blue video. He misspelled exactly for eaxly

[@ORION_XI]

The kknowley more like the smelly lol get owned

[@Overlord598]

Why the cqc barrel

[@WarnerVincent-g2c]

Young Kimberly Wilson Kenneth Young Frank

[@Nutmegs-Reprise-Reborn]

Wheres galaxy Brian build payday 3?

[@mask9306]

Can I get a best LMG build please ?

[@nmlsss5079]

will this build work if you use FIK 22? If not, then what skills should be changed in order to play comfortably with this weapon.

[@timemage88x13]

4:00

[@aisforarmbar3910]

Counterpoint: LMG goes YATATATATATATA

[@Gostrider_Gaming]

Yo can u make a stealth build poz :)

[@Mr.Alighieri.]

Hotbox vid

[@TheKknowley]

you know it!

[@Zakibo]

Notoriety.

[@HexonDevelopment]

I feel like we have too many skill points, in the beta we only had 8 and i feel like that's way better as it forces you to pick the skills you really want. Right now we have enough skill points to get every op skill and then some. (obviously every skill costing 1 point is stupid but that's a different topic)

[@GrayFilth]

Deleted this game immediately at launch. So refreshing to play it finally and it not be total dogwater. It’s still got a long way to go however.

[@-Ajel]

Some day devs will understand that this game needed to be as fun as PD2 and not feel like some kind of unneeded tactical chore, but when the day comes - game will be long time dead

[@braddeal2184]

Play PDTH and DSOD pd2 and get back to this comment

[@-Ajel]

@@braddeal2184 I did, a lot

[@braddeal2184]

​@@-Ajel Time to change your comment now 😊 payday has always been tactical and location based gameplay

[@-Ajel]

@@braddeal2184 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Moonistic]

😴

[@lobotomite4468]

this video has 27x more people watching then the game has people playing now thats sad

[@c4thebomb241]

yea, lets put some random stuff in build and call it "best build evr" i hate watching this type of videos

[@TheKknowley]

Wha? I worked for a qutie a whiile crafting the build I think is the strongest in the game. I'm not sure what you mean by 'Random Stuff', bearing in mind I explain the reason for using about 80% of the skills.

[@c4thebomb241]

@@TheKknowley to be honest i didnt meant you, i just meant this type of content I think that if you dont make your own builds you miss like 30% or more of game And most of videos called "Best build" is just giving Best perks FOR YOU you are not making build for someone, you are making build for yourself

[@gigglefitzzz]

This game is over

[@dogomage9003]

no

[@TheKknowley]

@@gigglefitzzz I don’t hear no bell!

[@dogomage9003]

@TheKknowley oh cool it's the guy from the thing

[@gigglefitzzz]

@@TheKknowleyI hope you don’t give up like my friends and I have. if any content creator is gonna help get this game where it belongs it’s you.

[@The_fortnite_guy1]

My favorite build is using the exit game button and playong literally anything else because payday 3 is trash

[@Brooksey1992]

Careful not to cut yourself on all that edge, Fortnite guy.

[@Kero-zc5tc]

Dawg came and clicked on the video to complain. 💀

[@upncoming6111]

Godzilla had a stroke trying to read this and fucking died.