Mafia II

by 2K Games

• Includes all of the downloadable content available for the standard edition, adding more than double the original gameplay. Featuring new storylines, new playable characters, and new city-based quests with leaderboard challenges.
• Players will be immersed in the Golden Era of America as Mafia II features tracks from some of the era's most influential artists
• Through strong, authentic characterization and compelling narrative, the mature storyline will make you understand the pull and impossible escape of life in the Mob
• Take part in car-to-car gunfights, hand-to-hand combat and gunplay, forming an intense and exciting experience
• 2K Czech's next-generation engine, allows gamers to travel from outdoor environments to intricately designed interiors without the need for loading times

Product Details

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• ASIN: B00198PO5I
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches ; 4.8 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: August 24, 2010
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (125 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,567 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)

Product Description

Platform: PLAYSTATION 3 | Edition: Standard

Amazon.com Product Description

Mafia II is a third-person, sandbox shooter that provides a look into the dark and unforgiving world of the Mob. Expanding on the original hit, Mafia, that captivated more than 2 million gamers around the world, this new incarnation takes players even deeper into the Mafia with a mature and exciting experience that allows players to explore the gameworld as they wish and immerses them in it like never before. Features include complete gangster movie experience, a wide variety of combat—including vehicular—a mood setting soundtrack and much more. Story Born the son of a poor immigrant, Vito is a beaten down Italian American who is trying to secure his piece of the American Dream. Looking to escape the life of poverty that consumed his childhood, Vito is soon swayed by the lure of power and wealth that a life of Organized Crime can bring. A petty criminal his whole life, Vito, along with his childhood friend, Joe, will descend into the world of organized crime. Together, they will work to prove themselves to the Mob as they try to make their names on the streets of a cold and unforgiving city. Explore the dark and unforgiving world of the Mob in Mafia II. View larger. Next-Gen 2K Czech game Engine Powered by 2K Czech's next-generation engine built specifically for Mafia II, players experience the true evolution of the Mafia game that defined a genre. Gunfights, hand-to-hand combat and vehicular exploration feature new depth and dimension that allow players to experience the world of Mafia II in a way that will keep them coming back for more. Key Game Features Gangster-Movie Experience - Through strong, authentic characterization and compelling narrative, the mature storyline will make you understand the pull and impossible escape of life in the Mob. Action-Packed Gameplay - Take part in car-to-car gunfights, hand-to-hand combat and gunplay, forming an intense and exciting experience. All-New Engine Powers the Next Generation of Mob Video Games - 2K Czech's next-generation engine, allows gamers to travel from outdoor environments to intricately designed interiors without the need for loading times. Authentic Script from the Writer of Mafia I - The writing team from Mafia I returns to deliver another powerhouse script that portrays a tale of survival, camaraderie and the pitfalls of pursuing the American Dream. Music as Environment - Players will be immersed in the Golden Era of America as Mafia II features tracks from some of the era's most influential artists. Additional Screenshots: Gangster movie experience. View larger. Action packed combat. View larger. Full vehicle integration. View larger. Various play options. View larger.

Product Description

Get mixed up in the mob underworld of a fictitious late 1940's and early 1950's! Developed by Illusion Softworks, creators of the original game, Mafia 2 embraces the elements of the first game while bringing an all-new experience fans have been waiting for, featuring a mobster narrative packed with both behind-the-wheel and on-foot action. Players will easily become engaged in the game's cinematic Hollywood movie experience with strong, believable characters in a living, breathing city. By fusing high octane gunplay with white knuckle driving and an engaging narrative, Mafia 2 looks to be the industry's most compelling Mafia title to date.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

40 of 44 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Rent it first August 25, 2010

By Jake Barnes

Platform for Display:PLAYSTATION 3|Edition:Standard

Fun: 4.0 out of 5 stars   

I'd really recommend renting this game first, or buying it at a discount, or used if you can. If you're looking for a Rockstar-type GTAIV or Red Dead Redemption game, this isn't it. The story line is completely linear, no side missions, and once you've completed the game -- that's it! No multi-player, and even though the PS3 version has downloadable cotent, it's pretty weak.

If you're looking for a game that feels like a movie you can play, then this will satisfy. The graphics are great. Empire City is a delight to move through, and the 1940's - 50's style cars and fashions add a nice element. Voice acting is good, too. Punching and cover-based shooting take up all the missions, and while I've read some critical reviews of the mechanics, I think they're fine.

Some of the missions are REALLY tedious, especially at the beginning. But, I'm still enjoying it.

Like I said, once you've run through the whole story, you're DONE. I enjoyed the journey, liked the characters, and had some fun. I got the game at a discount, and that made it worth it. If you're on the fence, rent it first.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great fun for many hours March 25, 2011

By user123

Platform for Display:PLAYSTATION 3| Edition:Standard|Amazon Verified Purchase

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

I bought Mafia II after first downloading the demo in the Playstation Store catalog. I can honestly say it didn't let me down one bit.

I've always enjoyed this type of game. From the original Mafia back in 2002 to the GTA series, they're a good blend of shooter, racing, story, and just sheer fun with an incredible replay value. What I love about Mafia II as compared to, say GTA IV, is the fact that the pace is constantly changing. Without desiring to release any spoilers, I can say this game does an amazing job blending a story spanning a number of years, locations, and characters in a way that isn't fragmented or unrealistic. Some levels are non-stop action with high speed car chases and shootouts while other levels leave you making smaller, slower runs to prove your worth to the family. Just like the original Mafia, it has a good level of realism in the sense that the mafia doesn't just run around with guns blazing all the time.

There is a good amount of DLC available for this game as well. Although I only have The Betrayal of Jimmy (it comes free with the PS3 version) there are several more available. If you're up for it, these will provide hours of additional gameplay.

If you love these third-person style games I would recommend this game to anybody. It's a great addition to any collection.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Worthy of a Movie November 24, 2010

By Raul G. VINE™ VOICE

Platform for Display:PLAYSTATION 3|Edition:Standard

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

I'll start by saying that I have no previous experience with the Mafia series. I played Mafia 2 only after a good friend purchased it on a whim and highly recommended it to me. Now after completing the game it has become one of my all-time favorite games. If GTA: Vice City was Rockstar's homage to Scarface; Mafia 2 is a homage to every mob/gangster movie ever made. If you're a fan of The Godfather movies, Goodfellas, Casino, Donny Brasco, Scarface or the like then you need to play this game! The story in Mafia 2 could easily be a major motion picture, it's that good.

Mafia 2 places you in the shoes of Vito Scaletta a boy who's parents emigrated to the USA - specifically the fictional city of Empire Bay (fashioned after NYC) - from Sicily. Vito finds himself with the choice to either become a regular working stiff like his old-man or become a well-to-do wise guy. Vito chooses the latter and soon finds himself in trouble with the law. Facing either jail time or a stint in the Army, Vito chooses to fight Mussolini back on his parents home soil of Sicily during WWII. After being injured Vito takes leave to visit his family and soon runs into his childhood friend Joe Barbaro who uses his underworld contacts to arrange for Vito's permanent discharge from the military. This is where the adventure really begins and Vito and Joe set off to make something of themselves. My description only touches the first few moments of Mafia 2 and the story is much deeper and more engaging than I can hope to write concisely here. Think of Mafia 2 as the best of your favorite gangster movies only much longer and with you in control of the action and you'll get an idea of what the game is really like.

Gameplay is reminiscent of GTA only without the auto-targeting aspect. At its core Mafia 2 is a 3rd person over the shoulder shooter. Cover elements are a cross between GTA and Uncharted. The game takes place in 1940's - 1950's America so expect period guns (M1945, Tommy Gun's, shotguns); vehicles (not actual licensed cars but closely based on period autos); and clothing. The driving mechanics in Mafia 2 are in my opinion a vast improvement over the on-ice feel that the vehicles in GTA IV featured. Driving insane speeds is possible but expect a quick death if you crash (on hard difficulty anyway).

A major highlight of Mafia 2 has to be the graphics. This game is beautiful through and through. Mafia 2 initially begins in the winter time and through the story will transition to the summer. It's an incredible treat to see the developer take time to fully render the city in white/grey-scale snow & sleet setting and then see the change to a summertime setting with bright vivid colors. The care the developer has taken extends to the in-game physics too. Expect plenty of sliding about on the frozen streets of Empire Bay and more reasonable controls in the summer. Few games feature as much care in the graphics department as Mafia 2.

Unlike other open-world or sandbox games, the focus of Mafia 2 is the main story. Admittedly M2 is short on sidequests and minigames. This is generally a problem if you go in expecting a GTA clone. Mafia 2 is most definitely not that. Personally I found the focus on the story refreshing. Instead of distractions like pizza delivery missions or other time wasters Mafia 2 is about story driven events that include everything from jewelery store heists to covert missions planting explosives to assassinate a rival family member.

While I gave the game a 5-star rating there are some minor hiccups in the game. One disappointment for me would have to be the AI. Even on the highest difficulty setting AI controlled enemies are easily dispatched. Once you get a feel for the controls, escaping the police even at the highest wanted levels is insanely easy. It took a bit of the edge off for me knowing how easily I could shake the police. Despite that I feel that the game is a true 5-star title.

While Mafia 2 doesn't feature any type of online gameplay there are plenty of collectibles in-game including Playboy centerfold magazines (complete with nudity) and wanted posters to keep you occupied. Additionally 2K has released 3 DLC packs as of this writing that add significant replay value and give alternate perspectives to the story and to the mob's on-goings in Empire Bay. I highly recommend this title!