Getting the job done makes you filthy rich in ‘Payday 2.’ Some heists are fun when in the ‘loud style,’ but stealth runs are much more rewarding when talking in terms of raw cash. This considers the level and character-build progression system dedicated to stealth.
If you’re playing in a team game – which this guide will assume you are- you will want specialized players working together. One of the most important is the Ghost, aka the stealth ninja dude (except he can’t wield a sword or throw shurikens). This makes Ghosts relatively weaker than the rest but works well with the Technician.
Payday 2 Ghost Build: GhostTech
| Mastermind (18) | Stockholm Syndrome = Basic |
| Cable Guy = Aced | |
| Fast Learner = Basic | |
| Combat Medic = Basic | |
| Leadership = Basic | |
| Endurance = Basic | |
| Enforcer (5) | Transporter = Aced |
| Technician (32) | Sentry Gun = Basic |
| Unlocking The Sharpshooter = Basic | |
| Rifleman = Basic | |
| Improved Crafting = Aced | |
| Silent Drilling = Aced | |
| Drill Sergeant = Aced | |
| Hardware Expert = Aced | |
| Nerves of Steel = Aced | |
| Ghost (72) | Lucky Charm = Basic |
| Lockpicking Expert = Aced | |
| Assassin = Aced | |
| Fast Hands = Basic | |
| Dead Presidents = Aced | |
| ECM Overdrive = Aced | |
| Martial Arts = Basic | |
| Chameleon = Aced | |
| The Professional = Aced | |
| Silent Killer = Aced | |
| Cleaner = Aced | |
| Cat Burglar = Basic |
Ghost Tree has limited choice, so we take assistance from the Technician Tree to broaden the scope and prevent pointless SP investments.
Basic Skills for Ghost Tech Build
For the basic skill tree, we will consider Dead President for this build and invest only a wee bit in Cat Burglar.
Best Weapons for Ghost Tech Build
Silenced weapons are the Ghost’s favorite toys.
Best Skills for Ghost Tech Build
Ramp up the build with Silent Killer and The Professional. These two skills are a must-have for any stealth player.
Payday 2 Ghost Build #2: Time to be Nobody
| Mastermind (18) | Tactician = Basic |
| Cable Guy = Aced | |
| Equilibrium = Aced | |
| Leadership = Aced | |
| Endurance = Aced | |
| Enforcer (5) | Transporter = Aced |
| Technician (13) | Demolition Man = Aced |
| Hardware Expert = Aced | |
| Nerves of Steel = Aced | |
| Ghost (81) | Assassin = Aced |
| Fast Hands = Aced | |
| Dead Presidents = Aced | |
| ECM Overdrive = Aced | |
| Chameleon = Aced | |
| Sprinter = Aced | |
| Moving Target = Aced | |
| The Professional = Aced | |
| Silent Killer = Aced | |
| SMG Specialist = Aced | |
| Cleaner = Aced | |
| Cat Burglar = Aced |
Basic Skills for Ghost Build 2
This build uses all basic tier 1 skills like Dead President, Sprinter, and Cat Burglar.
Next, we’ll work our way up the third column, but let’s not forget about the all-important Assassin (a very wrongly named skill, in my opinion) and Fast Hands while on the way.
Weapons for Ghost Build 2
ECM Overdrive is good if you’re into using jammers, but most of the time, it’s something folks running stealth skills tend to avoid. Either way, it’s not a bad pick.
Skills for Ghost Build 2
You’ll need Chameleon for a ‘Nobody’ build, and it helps that you can wear a mask and still seem normal.
This build is more suited for solo stealth runs than team games. If you get caught, there isn’t much to do other than run away, which isn’t something your teammates would be happy to see.
