Mafia III
Mafia 3
Release Date: October 7, 2016
Action, TPP, cars, gangster, sandbox, TPS, 60s and 70s, singleplayer
Steam
The third installment in the popular sandbox gangster series, launched in 2002 by Czech studio Illusion Softworks. Newly created Hangar 13 team, assembled within 2K Games, was in charge of this production. The team included the developers who made the first two parts of the cycle.
Mafia III is the next installment in the series of third-person open world action games about gangsters. The title was created by newly founded Hangar 13 studio, working under Take-Two Interactive. The studio hires ex-members of 2K Czech (previously known as Illusion Softworks), the team behind the first two parts of the series. This new game by the Czech studio was released on PC and, for the first time in history of the series, on the eight generation consoles.
Story
The game is set in the year 1968, New Orleans. The main character is Lincoln Clay, a veteran of the Vietnam war and a mafia member. However, his ‘family’ was betrayed and executed without mercy. Therefore, the main theme of the game is revenge on the person responsible for killing Lincoln’s folks - Sal Marcano, the don of Italian mob, who ordered the massacre. In his quest Clay can cooperate with other criminal bosses, including an Irish gangster named Burke, Cassandra, the head of Haitian gang, and Vito Scaletta, the protagonist of Mafia II.
Gameplay
Although Mafia games have always been set in open worlds, in terms of gameplay the third part comes closer to the competing Grand Theft Auto series. The streets of New Orleans are filled with various extra activities, which you are free to complete between main missions. One of the biggest differences between Mafia and GTA is the artificial intelligence of New Orleans' citizens. Similarly to the protagonist, non-player characters can engage in various activities. Therefore, you can come across couples kissing, junkies enjoying their habit, or street musicians.
Another new element of key importance is the option of taking over hideouts of hostile gangs. After clearing up a particular location you can hand it down to one of your capos. This generates various bonuses, e.g. an option to call in the ‘cavalry’ to help you get rid of opponents chasing you, or bribe the police to drop a pursuit.
This time the protagonist has a much wider spectrum of abilities. Lincoln can make use of pistols, revolvers, shotguns, machine guns, and grenades, although it is possible to carry only two types of weapons at the same time. The game also features a cover system and dynamic hand-to-hand combat, including brutal knock-downs. Another important element of gameplay is shooting while driving a car – the driving itself was significantly improved as well. Mafia III has a combined health regeneration system. Health bar is split into three segments, which regenerate automatically unless they drop to zero – when that happens, you have to use a medkit to fill them up.
Technology
In contrast to the last two Mafia games, which bore more resemblance to action-adventure games, Mafia III for PC, PS4 and XONE makes a big step towards a sandbox narrative, which is a distinctive characteristic of the GTA series. Although both franchises belong to Take-Two Interactive, the two developers use their own solutions in terms of gameplay and technology. The overall gameplay experience is further enhanced by excellent graphics.
Last updated on November 16, 2015
Last Update: November 15, 2016
Mafia III Game Guide
The Mafia III game guide contains a detailed walkthrough of all of the story and optional missions. The guide also offers high quality maps with all of the collectibles, as well basic tips and info on achievements.
Videos and Screens
[1:23] Mafia III Signs of Time DLC launch trailer
[2:24] Mafia III Rebuilding Sammy's (PL)
The main pros of the game
- Strong Narrative and Atmosphere: The story, centered around Lincoln Clay's quest for revenge, is engaging and well-presented, often likened to a documentary style. The emotional depth and historical context resonate with players.
- High-Quality Voice Acting and Soundtrack: The game features excellent voice acting and a fantastic soundtrack that captures the essence of the 1960s, enhancing the immersive experience.
- Visuals and Graphics: Many players appreciate the graphical improvements in the Definitive Edition, noting that it looks good and captures the atmosphere of the era effectively.
- Gameplay Mechanics: The driving and combat mechanics are generally well-received, with some players enjoying the stealth elements and the ability to approach missions in various ways.
The main cons of the game
- Repetitive Mission Structure: A significant number of players criticize the game for its repetitive gameplay, where many missions follow a similar formula (e.g., taking over districts, performing similar tasks).
- Technical Issues and Bugs: Numerous reviews mention persistent bugs and glitches, including game-breaking issues that can hinder progress, such as infinite loading screens and crashes.
- Lack of Character Development: Some players feel that the characters lack depth compared to those in the previous games, leading to a less engaging experience.
- Gameplay Flow and Pacing: The pacing of the game can feel slow, with some players expressing frustration over the lack of a fast travel option, making navigation tedious.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Fast Travel Option: Many players note the absence of a fast travel feature in the open world, which they feel is essential for a smoother gameplay experience.
- Manual Save System: Users express dissatisfaction with the lack of a manual save option, as it can lead to frustrating moments where progress is lost due to bugs or mistakes.
- More Diverse Mission Types: Players desire more variety in mission types, as the current ones often feel too similar and do not offer enough diversity to keep the gameplay fresh.
- Improved AI: The game's AI has been criticized for being simplistic and not providing a challenging experience, which detracts from the overall immersion and enjoyment.
Summary
- In summary, while Mafia III: Definitive Edition is praised for its narrative, atmosphere, and sound design, it suffers from repetitiveness, technical issues, and a lack of certain features that could enhance the gameplay experience.
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GAMERS Score
Average score from 6148 votes. 4600 players anticipated the game.
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Mafia Series
A series of third-person action games telling the story of the world of organized crime. The brand was created by the Czech Illusion Softworks, later renamed 2K Czech (now the studio is part of Hangar 13).
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Mafia III Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows
PlayStation 4
Xbox One
Mafia III System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core i5-2500K 3.3 GHz / AMD FX 8120 3.1 GHz, 6 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 660 / Radeon HD 7870 or better, 50 GB HDD, Windows 7 64-bit
Recommended: Intel Core i7-3770 3.4 GHz / AMD FX 8350 4.0 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 1060 / Radeon R9 290X or better, 50 GB HDD, Windows 7 64-bit
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