Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne

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  1. Agez11
    Aug 2, 2019
    8
    Un claro ejemplo de cómo seguir e innovar un videojuego, de ves en cuando se torna lento pero tiene grandes escenas, no fue mejor que la anterior pero no fue peor de lo esperado, simplemente fue una buena 2 parte que pone todo lo de Max Payne anterior y lo mejora, recomendable al 100%
  2. CriticNamedZack
    Apr 28, 2019
    8
    Story: Two years past, and Max has been reinstated in his old job as a police detective for the NYPD. Max is called on to investigate a gunfight at a warehouse owned by Max's old associate Vladimir Lem and discovers the place has been attacked by a group of hitmen called the Cleaners. He encounters Mona Sax, who was thought to be dead by Max. Max heads to a restaurant owned by Lem andStory: Two years past, and Max has been reinstated in his old job as a police detective for the NYPD. Max is called on to investigate a gunfight at a warehouse owned by Max's old associate Vladimir Lem and discovers the place has been attacked by a group of hitmen called the Cleaners. He encounters Mona Sax, who was thought to be dead by Max. Max heads to a restaurant owned by Lem and rescues him from his old foe Vinnie Gognitti; Lem claims that Gognitti is trying to monopolize the black market gun trade and sees Lem as a threat...

    Pros:
    • The comic-book cutscenes make a return and they are even better then in the first game. This is mainly due to Remedy being able to afford real actors this time around so the quality it looks better in return.
    • Max Payne 2 is still a dark game like the original, not as dark this time around, but still quite dark.
    • Characters are still excellent in this game and many characters such as Max, Mona and Vladimir make a return.

    Cons:
    • The story sadly is much weaker compared to the Max Payne 1. As the first game went really deep into the events and actions taken that drove Max to the edge. In 2 it's really just doesn't feel so deep into the character of Max and when it does it's execution comes off begging for more.
    • The twists as well really don't feel all that significant and character motivations don't feel that genuine and more for the sake of continuing the plot.

    Gameplay:

    Pros:
    • Bullet time and shoot dodge have been improved and feels more powerful and easier to control... perhaps too easy. But it's just a blast mowing down enemies in bullet time and feeling like a one man army bad-ass.
    • Using grenades, molotovs and even melee has now been mapped to a key of your choice so you can throw/melee much easier now.
    • New weapons are fun to use and the old returning ones feel great as well.

    Cons:
    • Compared to the original, bullet time physics has gotten crazy. You can now literally shoot enemies in the air in bullet time. It's entertaining don't get me wrong, but for a game like Max Payne it's a bit odd seeing it.
    • The game is only 4/6 hours which is a real let down compared to the first game. You can play the game again on the different "difficulties" and unlock the alternative ending. Unfortunately it will probably be even shorter playing it again.
    • The set piece moments of the game feel more restrictive and less interesting compared to the quick paced gunfights you engage in for most of the game. The escort parts were not that enjoyable to say the least.

    Sound and Music:
    Pros:
    • Voice acting is once again excellent with great dialogue and performances all around.
    • Music has improved from the first game. There is more of it and it sounds less repetitive which was the problem with the first game. I have to say I love the theme in Max Payne 2. That cello really adds such a grim, bleak, depressing, but deep emotional passion to it.
    • Sound effects have improved as well from gunshots, weather, debris falling or fire. It all sounds solid.

    Performance and Visuals:

    Pros:
    •This game looks fantastic for 2003. Improved massively from the first game and character models look really good now with properly animated faces and bodies that look well modeled.
    • In-game cutscenes look a lot better to. Camera angles, animations and audio have really helped them more attractive to watch compared to the few in the first game.
    • The depiction of New York and the environment is still amazing and it's been improved. You can interact with your surroundings as well. I also love to watch the TV shows that mimic what's going on in the game world and references the other ideas Remedy had for Max Payne's name which is a awesome touch.
    • Ran solidly and had no issues getting the steam version running (unlike Max Payne 1).

    Cons:
    • Had an odd flickering texture, but extremely minor problem.

    Verdict: It's hard to decide if Max Payne 1 or 2 is better because they both are great third person shooters. Max Payne 2 certainly has the greater gameplay, graphics and performance was solid. However, it really lacks in the deep story from the original which is such a damn shame. But it;s still a great game and I would rate it slightly higher then Max Payne 1.

    Story: 6/10
    Gameplay: 8.5/10
    Sound/Music: 9/10
    Performance/Visuals: 9.5/10
    Overall Rating: 8.7/10    … Expand
  3. Johnzin
    Mar 23, 2019
    9
    In this sequel, the game is beautiful, fun and incredible. History captivates you, memorable characters and great scenes.
  4. Elkay_Gaming
    Mar 19, 2019
    9
    Amazing game still in 2019!

    This game blew my mind when first released. The story and the devilry of this story mixed with the amazing game play make this a must play.

    Would be a 10 if i didn't complete it in 4 hours...
  5. Ydun79
    Feb 11, 2019
    9
    More badass Max Payne. Film noir is near perfect here. The story is compelling. Very good!
  6. metacritic12121
    Jan 12, 2019
    10
    This game completes the greatest story in the history of video games, while keeping the gameplay fresh, fun and repayable from start to finish. Brilliantly written, with two incredibly satisfying endings, and multiple side characters who are fully fleshed out and every bit as memorable as the variously intermixed TV episodes. It just doesn't get any better than MP 1 and 2 as far as singleThis game completes the greatest story in the history of video games, while keeping the gameplay fresh, fun and repayable from start to finish. Brilliantly written, with two incredibly satisfying endings, and multiple side characters who are fully fleshed out and every bit as memorable as the variously intermixed TV episodes. It just doesn't get any better than MP 1 and 2 as far as single player gaming is concerned. 100/100!!!… Expand
  7. trarantino
    Dec 29, 2018
    9
    Игра шидевр! Просто лучшая игра всех времён и народов. Какая графика, какой графон!
  8. SahilKChandio
    Sep 26, 2018
    10
    My favorite max payne game this game was so good back in the day it provided such a nice story and gameplay which only a few games did!!
  9. kevinbrown
    Jul 15, 2018
    8
    Max Payne 2 is a classic 'film noir' riveting tale about an anti-hero fighting his old demons, recently resurfaced.

    Technically speaking, the game improved greatly compared to its predecessor released 2 years earlier. This time though, I didn't need to patch the game. It was fully playable, without glitches. The bullet time mode also improved, opening the way to massive combo    Max Payne 2 is a classic 'film noir' riveting tale about an anti-hero fighting his old demons, recently resurfaced.

    Technically speaking, the game improved greatly compared to its predecessor released 2 years earlier. This time though, I didn't need to patch the game. It was fully playable, without glitches.

    The bullet time mode also improved, opening the way to massive combo gunfights along with new ways to rifle your enemies.

    The game's core resides in its narrative ability to read as a comic book. Just like the first, the atmosphere is insanely oppressive and dark.

    A longer solo campaign would have been preferred, especially considering Max Payne 1's solo ranging from 10-13 hours of play time.

    Nevertheless this game is a classic tale.    … Expand
  10. AbeMC
    Jun 24, 2018
    9
    A Remedy classic and one of my personal favorites. The story-telling is some of the best you’ll find in a video-game of any genre. Requires some configuration to run properly on modern systems, but absolutely worth picking up at its list price (though it frequently discounts to 50% off or more).
    Total size on my hard-drive: 1.6 GB
    + Max Payne returns. This is a direct sequel to the    A Remedy classic and one of my personal favorites. The story-telling is some of the best you’ll find in a video-game of any genre. Requires some configuration to run properly on modern systems, but absolutely worth picking up at its list price (though it frequently discounts to 50% off or more).
    Total size on my hard-drive: 1.6 GB

    + Max Payne returns. This is a direct sequel to the first game, and picks up right after the first one left off. Remedy perfectly duplicates the earlier game’s dark, broody atmosphere. The comic panels (instead of cut-scenes) are back.
    + Old characters return. Bravura, Mona Sax, Vlad, Vinnie. But they don’t all return in ways you might expect.
    + Story. While Max had his revenge in the first game, he is still not at peace with himself. And falling for a femme fatale leads to massive feelings of guilt and betrayal towards his dead loved ones. The nuts-and-bolts of the story delve into the workings of the “Inner Circle.” While this secret society was and is one of the hokier aspects of the first two Max Payne games, it remains an effective backdrop for Max’s tale of depressed angst.
    + Swapping narrative. I loved the simultaneous story-telling, and playing as Mona Sax for a few levels.
    + Slow-motion Shoot-dodge is back.
    + Secondary weapons. Allows for melee or the throwing of grenades or molotovs without switching weapons (unlike the first Max Payne game).
    + Atmosphere and visuals. While only running DirectX 8, light and shadow play to great effect. Texture quality is greatly improved from the first game as well. Though obviously old by now, the release date of 2003 is still a surprise, as Max Payne 2 looks much better than that.

    +/- Enemies have much better aim than in the first game. Health is plentiful, though.

    - Shotguns are much less powerful.
    - Install the game to your C drive (or wherever your operating system is located) and run in Windows 95 compatibility mode or the game may not start.
    - 16:9 aspect ratio resolutions are only available by modding a config file. Additional modification is necessary to alter the HUD so it isn’t distorted / stretched at 16:9 resolutions. If your modding is successful, Max Payne 2 looks and plays great at 1080p and 60fps.
    - Short. Speed-runs can beat the game in less than an hour (there is a timed mode, call “New York Minute”). More casual playthroughs will rarely take more than 6 hours, even if you stop to watch all the TV shows.

    Max Payne 2 is one of my favorites, and the game wears its age well. Sad that gaming reached such a high point so early in its history. It’s one of those games that needs a little tweaking to work properly on modern systems, but I don’t want an official remastered edition because I’m worried something would be altered in the process. Few games get as close to perfection as Max Payne 2.    … Expand
  11. gracjanski
    May 13, 2018
    9
    Max Payne was a masterpiece and the 2nd part has even better graphics, so it could be a better game. Could... in my view the story has too many twists and is not reliable. In addition I didnt like how weak Max was behaving related to Mona: always thinking about her... like a teenie. Not reliable either.
    The gameplay is in core like in the first part, but a bit easier until the end. At the    Max Payne was a masterpiece and the 2nd part has even better graphics, so it could be a better game. Could... in my view the story has too many twists and is not reliable. In addition I didnt like how weak Max was behaving related to Mona: always thinking about her... like a teenie. Not reliable either.
    The gameplay is in core like in the first part, but a bit easier until the end. At the end the KI was aiming very ridiculously. These are the reasons, why I gave 9/10 and 10/10 for the first part.    … Expand
  12. LasPlays
    Mar 1, 2018
    10
    Que decir de Max Payne... la verdad que me quedaría corto de decir quien es y como fue su historia.
    Pero iré al grano resumiendo muy brevemente para que sepan algo de el, Bueno, Max Payne es un detective privado de New York, su mujer y su hija fueron asesinadas.
    Desde entonces Max deicidio buscar al responsable para vengarse de el, pero en el camino se encuentra con otro delincuentes que    Que decir de Max Payne... la verdad que me quedaría corto de decir quien es y como fue su historia.
    Pero iré al grano resumiendo muy brevemente para que sepan algo de el, Bueno, Max Payne es un detective privado de New York, su mujer y su hija fueron asesinadas.
    Desde entonces Max deicidio buscar al responsable para vengarse de el, pero en el camino se encuentra con otro delincuentes que no se la ponen fácil haciendo que el tome medidas de asesinar a todo aquel que se le cruce en el camino.

    Bueno ahora para hablar del juego: Yo creo como les acabo de narrar,tiene una historia muy profunda muy bien contada, la música esta bastante bien y sobre todo la jugabilidad es excelente muy fresca y la dificultad digamos que esta medianamente equilibrada una joya sin duda.    … Expand
  13. IONOSGAMES
    Jan 23, 2018
    9
    Una historia no tan intrigante como la del primero, pero que es bastante buena, graficos mejorados, Max Payne sigue siendo carismatico, el gameplay se pulido bastante y los enemigos son mas variados. Me parece la obra maestra de esta saga, recomendable para cualquier persona incluso a dia de hoy
  14. iddqd4
    Dec 23, 2017
    8
    Cинтез полицейского боевика, со зрелищностью фильмов Джона Ву, история более предсказуемая и короткая, но геймплей все еще увлекает прекрасной стрельбой и физикой тел. Интересный факт, если осилить игру на максимальной сложности, можно получить альтернативную концовку. Достойное продолжение прекрасной игры.Cинтез полицейского боевика, со зрелищностью фильмов Джона Ву, история более предсказуемая и короткая, но геймплей все еще увлекает прекрасной стрельбой и физикой тел. Интересный факт, если осилить игру на максимальной сложности, можно получить альтернативную концовку. Достойное продолжение прекрасной игры.
  15. mr_ali
    Dec 3, 2017
    10
    one of the best games in the world.i love this game and
    I've finished more than 15 time.max is an invincible man.
    Generally every part & graphic & sound was awesome.
  16. Aeryx
    Aug 23, 2017
    10
    Sequels very rarely live up to the original, especially if it is as good as the first Max Payne. Against all odds, Max Payne 2 embraces what it is; a dark, revenge story filled with very captivating, well-written and voiced characters trying to burn their way through the depths of depravity, politics and retribution that constitute their world. No happy endings and no second best options.Sequels very rarely live up to the original, especially if it is as good as the first Max Payne. Against all odds, Max Payne 2 embraces what it is; a dark, revenge story filled with very captivating, well-written and voiced characters trying to burn their way through the depths of depravity, politics and retribution that constitute their world. No happy endings and no second best options. Everything goes to hell.… Expand
  17. overlordofgeek
    Jul 16, 2017
    10
    Great as the first game. The story becomes even more beautiful thanks to mona sax. The relationship between max and mona is really interesting. Graphics, gameplay, character designs really have improvement. I think some players complain that the game is short, there is enough time for the game.
  18. wolf23
    Jul 11, 2017
    9
    This is a great sequel to the first game. It keeps some familiar characters and the same environment. The story is a bit short but it's very well written. The graphics got a big improvement as well as other mechanics. The voice acting i still amazing and it keeps the comic cutscenes. It's not too important to play the first game to understand this one, but it helps, and I would recommendThis is a great sequel to the first game. It keeps some familiar characters and the same environment. The story is a bit short but it's very well written. The graphics got a big improvement as well as other mechanics. The voice acting i still amazing and it keeps the comic cutscenes. It's not too important to play the first game to understand this one, but it helps, and I would recommend it, because the first one is as good as this one.… Expand
  19. The_Berzerker
    Jun 5, 2017
    10
    More than ten years have passed since the release of the second part, and no one has got close to the level of Remedy. The best Max Payne of the living.
  20. SolidCenturio
    Jan 27, 2017
    9
    Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne improves on everything which made the first game great and even surpasses it in some aspects. The gameplay isn't as awkward as before thanks to improved hitboxes and bullet trajectories, a sense of realism surrounds the game because of physics simulations like ragdoll effects, and the identity of the series has been given a new facelift thanks to higherMax Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne improves on everything which made the first game great and even surpasses it in some aspects. The gameplay isn't as awkward as before thanks to improved hitboxes and bullet trajectories, a sense of realism surrounds the game because of physics simulations like ragdoll effects, and the identity of the series has been given a new facelift thanks to higher production values. Overall, an excellent action game that's worthy of the Max Payne name and fans will be happy with this installment. However, if you're new to the series or have only played the Rockstar-made entry, you won't get as much from this game and everything will just look like a confusing mess. Max Payne 2 is a story-centric game and it builds on what fans and players of the first game already knows. This time around, the true intentions of the first game's major players are shown and reveals a new side to them, making them more believable rather than being a one-sided cliche of a character. The story focuses on Max after the events of the first title as he reflects on his past choices and how he copes up with the decisions that he's made. I highly suggest that new players play the first game or watch a recap video because without knowledge of the characters' background and the events leading up to this game, the story becomes much less impactful and you won't get much out of it because of its focus on the cast rather than plot.

    Improvements that I've noticed:
    1. Better voice actors than the first game and their performances are consistent except for some select moments.
    2. The new soundtrack is great, especially "Late Goodbye" by Poets of The Fall which is featured prominently in the game.
    3. Still linear but bigger levels with the inclusion of optional explorable rooms make it seem less so.
    4. Very serious story with comedic undertones. Sam Lake and Remedy somehow managed to make the virtual enemies that you're killing appear human in nature rather than just fodder that blocks your way. They laugh, they share jokes and share experiences with their friends, they also play the piano real good - very small details delivered in a very funny way but it still makes a lot of difference for the personal story that they're presenting to the player.

    And there you have it.    … Expand
  21. jsizzle
    Dec 10, 2016
    10
    "The case was a rising nausea that tasted like rust in my mouth."

    Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne brings our favourite bloodied and worn NYPD cop back in great fashion with better visuals, new takes on storytelling and the same old stellar voice acting all around. Pretty much everyone is back from the original Max Payne and we get to see the aftermath of bringing Aesir Corp. down    "The case was a rising nausea that tasted like rust in my mouth."

    Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne brings our favourite bloodied and worn NYPD cop back in great fashion with better visuals, new takes on storytelling and the same old stellar voice acting all around. Pretty much everyone is back from the original Max Payne and we get to see the aftermath of bringing Aesir Corp. down along with Horne, it has been two years according to the wiki. This time around there are 2 main protagonists that you control which offers some interesting segments of teamwork from the two characters to get through seemingly grave situations.
    The gameplay is pretty much the same with a few tweaks and upgrades making for an even smoother experience this time around. When Max dives you can now continue to stay laying down until you let the trigger go which is definitely a welcome addition. There are definitely more painkillers to be found in Max Payne 2 as well which is fine because it is definitely a challenge at some points. All around this is a proper sequel to a cult classic expanding on the world of Max Payne and you should definitely play through the whole trilogy.

    As a note, the game will take some tweaking to get working as you would like and there are some cool mods like the Max Payne 3 mod which I may try in my next playthrough.

    "But I refused to give in. I had to continue."    … Expand
  22. Mahdiar
    Jul 6, 2016
    9
    Gameplay : 9
    Graphics : 9
    Story : 8
    Sound : 8
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    Overall : 9
  23. Captain_Chaos
    Jun 22, 2016
    8
    Max Payne 2 is a triumph in third-person shooters, building strongly upon the foundation built by it's predecessor. It makes no attempt to alter the gameplay, and didn't need to- the first game's action was solid, as was its atmosphere and music, both back in full force here (including a Poets of the Fall song) But it does expand Max's story in surprising directions. A mysterious assassin,Max Payne 2 is a triumph in third-person shooters, building strongly upon the foundation built by it's predecessor. It makes no attempt to alter the gameplay, and didn't need to- the first game's action was solid, as was its atmosphere and music, both back in full force here (including a Poets of the Fall song) But it does expand Max's story in surprising directions. A mysterious assassin, thought dead. Old friends become new enemies. The machinations of powerful men, dwelling in shadow. And in the middle of it all, Max Payne is trapped, still madly running from his past and his memories, and desiring death, finds instead a reason to live again. But Max is the consummate Noir protagonist, a survivor, cursed to emerge unscathed from the fires of his personal hell again and again. And it wouldn't end here, thanks to Rockstar.… Expand
  24. Shadow1
    Jun 9, 2016
    10
    This game has got amazing story as in all Max Payne Games and I think all Max Payne Games deserve 10/10 and Max Payne 2 and 3 I appreciated on 10/10 . I think Max Payne 2 and Max Payne 3 (Special Max Payne 3) enter in top 20 best games in world, but Max Payne 2 is awesome on PC . On Xbox and PS2 not really good . Graphics for PC Version is very good and amazing and has got good graphicsThis game has got amazing story as in all Max Payne Games and I think all Max Payne Games deserve 10/10 and Max Payne 2 and 3 I appreciated on 10/10 . I think Max Payne 2 and Max Payne 3 (Special Max Payne 3) enter in top 20 best games in world, but Max Payne 2 is awesome on PC . On Xbox and PS2 not really good . Graphics for PC Version is very good and amazing and has got good graphics and many things which the there are in Max Payne 3 and I think Max Payne Series one of the best series on this world . Very Amazing Game .… Expand
  25. BasilZero
    Dec 11, 2015
    8
    Game: Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne
    Genre: Third Person Shooter
    Developer: Remedy Entertainment/Rockstar System: Steam (PC) Total Score: 85/100 Value Score: 8.5/10 • Story: 10/10 • Characters: 9/10 • GamePlay: 10/10 • Graphics: 9/10 • Sound: 10/10 • Music: 8/10 • Length: 3/10 • Replay Value: 8/10 • Player Value: 8/10 Pros +Great story and action sequences +Retains    Game: Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne
    Genre: Third Person Shooter
    Developer: Remedy Entertainment/Rockstar
    System: Steam (PC)
    Total Score: 85/100
    Value Score: 8.5/10

    • Story: 10/10
    • Characters: 9/10
    • GamePlay: 10/10
    • Graphics: 9/10
    • Sound: 10/10
    • Music: 8/10
    • Length: 3/10
    • Replay Value: 8/10
    • Player Value: 8/10

    Pros
    +Great story and action sequences
    +Retains the great gameplay from the first game and expands on it with different weapons
    +Replay value is higher due to additional difficulty modes added to the game
    +Visuals have heavily improved compared to the first game
    +There are platforming sections in the game which offers an additional challenge to the game
    +Ability to save state and load state returns

    Cons
    -Game is way too short - its half the length of the first game    … Expand
  26. Overvulture
    Nov 9, 2015
    9
    Slicker and smoother than the first game, it polishes off a lot of the rough edges while telling a new and equally brutal story just as dramatic as the previous one. The shooting feels excellent and cinematic in a way that many modern games still fail to replicate, It's still as fundamentally simple as the previous one, involving lots of bad guys, guns, ammo, and painkillers, but it has aSlicker and smoother than the first game, it polishes off a lot of the rough edges while telling a new and equally brutal story just as dramatic as the previous one. The shooting feels excellent and cinematic in a way that many modern games still fail to replicate, It's still as fundamentally simple as the previous one, involving lots of bad guys, guns, ammo, and painkillers, but it has a little more heart and a little less frustration than before. Max is as appealing of a haunted protagonist as ever, and somehow even more badass in this one, and the overall story is pulpy, dramatic deliciousness for someone who eats up this kind of style.

    It also has some impressive mod support! Worth checking out for sure.    … Expand
  27. FredOnToast
    Oct 1, 2015
    10
    I've honestly never found a game so re-playable due to it's narrative. The pace, the structure and plot-line itself captivate me, as much as any well-made film would. This game excels in both story-telling and character development, perfectly capturing the correct atmosphere to homage the film-noir genre, whilst still implementing fun and exciting action gameplay. The voice-over talent forI've honestly never found a game so re-playable due to it's narrative. The pace, the structure and plot-line itself captivate me, as much as any well-made film would. This game excels in both story-telling and character development, perfectly capturing the correct atmosphere to homage the film-noir genre, whilst still implementing fun and exciting action gameplay. The voice-over talent for all characters, large and small, is so well done that it really helps bring these fictitious characters to life. If you're a fan of the original Max Payne, or just good mystery-thrillers, then you will certainly enjoy the game, and be engrossed into the fall of Max Payne.… Expand
  28. Nuker
    Jul 8, 2015
    9
    - Good: Gameplay, Story, Atmosphere/Mood, Setting, Sountrack
    - Mixed: Linear
    - Bad: ---

    This is my favourite game from the series. Better story than Max Payne 1 and improvments in gameplay department.
  29. tsakiym
    May 21, 2015
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I do not have to say anything. But i need to write one hundred and fifty characters. i think my score can describe it.................................… Expand
  30. Larry223
    Jan 2, 2015
    8
    Esta secuela mejora todo, la historia,la jugabilidad, vuelve mas real los disparos a la cabeza que ahora si matan de una.

    Es una refinación del anterior, la historia es mucho mejor, tiene sus toques de comedia, y ya no sientes que estas completamente solo, ahora sientes que tienes aliados aparte de enemigos que no paras de matar. En mi opinión puedes saltarte Max Payne 1 y venir a este.    Esta secuela mejora todo, la historia,la jugabilidad, vuelve mas real los disparos a la cabeza que ahora si matan de una.

    Es una refinación del anterior, la historia es mucho mejor, tiene sus toques de comedia, y ya no sientes que estas completamente solo, ahora sientes que tienes aliados aparte de enemigos que no paras de matar. En mi opinión puedes saltarte Max Payne 1 y venir a este. Hasta tienen una escena para decir lo que paso antes, y los niveles son mejores. Los niveles han mejorado,ahora no todo se ve generíco o simple, y los gráficos han mejorado en solo 2 años. Es mucho mejor que Max Payne 1. Le doy un 08/10, un muy buen juego que supera fácilmente a su predecesor.    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

15
#15 Best PC Game of 2003
3
#3 Most Discussed PC Game of 2003
8
#8 Most Shared PC Game of 2003

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Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 46 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 46
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 46
  3. Negative: 0 out of 46
  1. Game Revolution
    83
    About as slick as they come, with a presentation and verve that supercedes cutting-edge. It's a short one, but good things do come in small packages after all.
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  2. Gamer's Hell
    95
    This series has been one of the most intense and best played games ever. I have never felt the same about a game since Half Life 1. This game sets the standard of what any shooter game should be – it's A+ quality, inside and outside.
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  3. Gamer's Pulse
    96
    The gritty, film noir storytelling, intense bullet time action sequences and painstaking attention to detail in every area make Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne a must-have for every action fan.
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