Max Payne Mobile

 iOS
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 23 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 23
  3. Negative: 1 out of 23
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  1. TouchArcade
    Apr 13, 2012
    100
    While it looks old, and has virtual joysticks, Max Payne is every bit the great game it was 11 years ago. I wish Rockstar had put more love into the port, but for costing me 1/25th of the original game, I'll cut them some budgetary slack.
  2. AppSpy
    Apr 12, 2012
    100
    Time hasn't dulled Max Payne's wit and explosive action by any appreciable amount - given how stable, fast and easy to play it is on the iPhone, there's no reason not to grab and enjoy (or replay) this classic shooter.
  3. Slide to Play
    Apr 12, 2012
    100
    Max Payne has one of gaming's grittiest, most noir-ish stories, and it's worth buying for that reason alone. The slow-motion gunplay is a big bonus.
  5. SpazioGames
    Apr 17, 2012
    90
    A great porting of the original Max Payne. A piece of a story you must download. You have to play it waiting for Max Payne 3.
  6. GameOver.gr
    May 23, 2012
    80
    A perfect way for new gamers to learn the story of Max before they delve deep into Max Payne 3.
  7. AppGamer
    May 9, 2012
    80
    Overcomes the perils of aged graphics and gameplay because the more interesting elements help to keep it fresh and unique. It still remains an excellent game and one that is well worth playing through or, if you played it the first time, revisiting.
  8. Eurogamer Italy
    Apr 25, 2012
    80
    One of the most beloved franchises return on iOS and Android in a very well executed porting.
  9. Gamezebo
    Apr 17, 2012
    80
    Not every title from the early 2000s has stood the test of time, but Max Payne Mobile's fantastic presentation and storytelling keep it a must-have for action junkies looking for a serious game on iOS. It might not look or control as well as it did over a decade ago, but much like the hundreds of mobsters and bullet wounds you'll encounter over your 10 to 15 hour adventure, it won't stop Max Payne from emerging successful.
  10. 3DJuegos
    Apr 13, 2012
    80
    Max Payne Mobile is just the original Max Payne on your iOS system. A faithful adaptation of the original with slightly tricky controls.
  11. Games Master UK
    May 30, 2012
    75
    The controls disappoint but this is a great excuse to revisit an old favourite. [July 2012, p.92]
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  12. Gamer.nl
    Apr 21, 2012
    75
    The iPad isn't exactly the ideal platform for an action game, but it doesn't get any better than the experience Max Payne offers. It's still a classic, with a gripping story and amazing action. Players might get tangled up in the controls from time to time, but for the ridiculously low price it's offered on the app store, it's a game you shouldn't miss.

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#24 Most Discussed iOS Game of 2012
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#40 Most Shared iOS Game of 2012

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User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 57 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 43 out of 57
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 57
  3. Negative: 9 out of 57
  1. RealMuthaF
    Jun 2, 2012
    10
    An expertly made port of one of the best shooter games ever. Max looks and plays great on the iPhone 4S, maybe losing to some games in termsAn expertly made port of one of the best shooter games ever. Max looks and plays great on the iPhone 4S, maybe losing to some games in terms of graphics, but totally not in terms of gameplay. The nearest example, 9mm, another Gameloft's piece of **** ripoff, is nothing compared to this game. The controls are highly customisable, and ive had the best shooting experience on the iPhone with Max. (Here's a scheme that worked very well for me: move the shooting button to the left, set the auto-aim to "Soft lock" and turn on the "Tap to shoot" option. Now you can run and gun by tapping the right side of the screen and fire precisely, aiming with your right finger and shooting with the left.) To sum up, Max Payne is one of my favorite games of all time, and this is a great opportunity to get nostalgic and experience the noir story again. And for some people, just to get to know the classics for a reasonable price.… Full Review »
  2. the-epikninja
    Apr 15, 2012
    9
    Beautiful PC port of Max Payne! The story is 100% the same as the original PC version! Though the auto-aim and touch screen controls were aBeautiful PC port of Max Payne! The story is 100% the same as the original PC version! Though the auto-aim and touch screen controls were a bit annoying...
    -the-epikninja    … Full Review »
  3. AlnORTIZ
    May 6, 2012
    9
    Max Payne was great back on the PC and consoles in 2001 and it still is today after being released on iOS. Everything about the original gameMax Payne was great back on the PC and consoles in 2001 and it still is today after being released on iOS. Everything about the original game is here and while I loved the control set-up of the game, I did find the game a bit too easy when you have auto-aim on in combat. But, this does not make the game unplayable and it does make bullet-time more than possible in this game. This game is a great blast from the past and it will prepare you for Max Payne 3 out on 5/15/2012!… Full Review »
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