Mafia II

Mafia II Review

Mafia II Feature

• Mobster narrative packed with behind-the-wheel and on-foot action
• Fuse high-octane gunplay with white-knuckle driving
• Set in massive mob underworld of fictitious late 1940s and early 1950s
• Game simulates cinematic Hollywood action and experience
• Developed by Illusion Softworks

Mafia II Overview

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.

Mafia II Specifications

From the developers of Mafia comes Mafia II, a look into the dark and unforgiving world of the Mob. Powered by a next-generation engine built specifically for Mafia II, players experience new depth and dimension to gunfights, hand-to-hand combat and vehicular exploration.

The 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.

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 Videogames: 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
  
  

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  Review Feature Office 2010