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Published: 2010-08-23, Author: Kevin , review by: cnet.com
Abstract: Vito Scaletta, Mafia II's conflicted leading man, does not lead an easy life. War, murder, and betrayal are common themes in his complex existence--the prices paid for booze, money, status, and sex. Like most aspiring made men, Vito knows the risks of ...
Mafia II is an interesting mobster tale with some great voice acting and cool cutscenes; if you have a “made man” itch, feel free to scratch it here, but be prepared for a pretty standard third-person shooter in the gameplay department. The “take cover...
Fantastic action set pieces, Shooting and handtohand combat are both highly satisfying, Empire City is beautiful and stuffed with period detail, Brutal, involving story populated with interesting, wellacted characters.
Not enough to do in the open world, Too much time spent on mundane tasks.
Mafia II's exciting action and uncompromising mob story make for an impressive and violent adventure....
Although the game has many minor flaws, surprisingly the overall experience is still quite enjoyable. Sure the pacing seems off, it’s quite linear and the police AI may be out to lunch, but the bottom line is the game is still fun. The voice acting and...
Abstract: With its historical setting and violent themes, Mafia II feels a little like what you might get if you put a Grand Theft Auto game into a cocktail mixer with a novel by Mario Puzo and then gave it to Martin Scorsese for a good shake.The game starts wit...
Abstract: Mafia II is one of the most atmospheric, most beautifully realised and most narratively absorbing games of the year but its heavy bias towards style over gameplay will leave many fans frustrated and begging for more good old-fashioned shootouts and ho...
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Published: 2010-09-07, Author: Andrew , review by: theregister.co.uk
Mafia II is not a bad game, it's an above-average one undermined by mediocre elements. Despite the clichés, the scripting and acting engage throughout. And the gunplay always entertains, and occasionally thrills. But as much as these positive elements com...
Abstract: Mafia II isn’t a thrill a minute. A lot of people wont like it and it has clear problems, but I love it. I love it because it doesn’t try to be a Mafia skinned action game, I love it because Empire Bay is such an interesting place to be in, and I love it because it lets..
So many developers become over-awed by their own worlds, filling them with a multitude of repetitive missions and distractions. 2K Czech, on the other hand, has placed emphasis on detail, atmosphere and narrative focus to create a sleek, smart adventur...
