Max Payne 3

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  1. Cz3rw0ny
    Apr 5, 2021
    8
    Great game, bullet-time is still one of the best. Quite similar gameplay to "Enter the Matrix"; but with a better story and pretty decent graphics.
  2. Soullex
    Dec 11, 2022
    8
    2. oyun için söylediğim her şey geçerli. Sadece biraz fazla, odadaki adamları vur ve diğer odaya yürü.
  3. zNeverSleeping
    Jan 29, 2021
    9
    ---{Graphics}---
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    X Good ☐ Decent ☐ Bad ☐ Don‘t look too long at it ---{Gameplay}--- ☐ Addictive X Good ☐ Mediocre ☐ Mehh ☐ Irresponsible ---{Audio}--- ☐ Very good X Good ☐ Bad ☐ I'm now deaf ---{Audience}--- ☐ Kids ☐ Teens X Adults ☐ All ---{Difficulity}--- ☐ Easy ☐ Significant brain usage ☐ Easy to learn / Hard to master X Difficult [Higher    ---{Graphics}---
    ☐ Beautiful
    X Good
    ☐ Decent
    ☐ Bad
    ☐ Don‘t look too long at it

    ---{Gameplay}---
    ☐ Addictive
    X Good
    ☐ Mediocre
    ☐ Mehh
    ☐ Irresponsible

    ---{Audio}---
    ☐ Very good
    X Good
    ☐ Bad
    ☐ I'm now deaf

    ---{Audience}---
    ☐ Kids
    ☐ Teens
    X Adults
    ☐ All

    ---{Difficulity}---
    ☐ Easy
    ☐ Significant brain usage
    ☐ Easy to learn / Hard to master
    X Difficult [Higher difficulties]

    --{Story}---
    ☐ No Story
    ☐ Some lore
    ☐ Average
    ☐ Good
    X Lovely
    ☐ It‘ll replace your life

    ---{Game Time}---
    ☐ Short
    X Average
    ☐ Long
    ☐ To infinity and beyond

    ---{Price}---
    ☐ It’s free [or i get free]
    X Worth the price
    ☐ Worth it in a promo
    ☐ If u have some spare money left ☐ Not recommended ---{Bugs}--- ☐ Never heard of X Minor bugs ☐ Can get annoying ☐ ARK: Survival Evolved ---{Optimization}--- X Extract everything from cpu and gpu ☐ Engine not as efficient, but playable ☐ Assassin's Creed Odyssey Level    … Expand
  4. Robotic
    Apr 22, 2019
    10
    That on of best game from Rockstar. I passed it on different levels of difficulty.And I would love to continue...Thx for good game,Rockstar!
  5. fxdf
    Jun 2, 2019
    10
    Best game out in the last six months of 2012. Amazing gameplay, nice graphics, unique optimization, not bad multiplayer. This game everyone should to try! Good job Rockstar.
  6. Ashtro101
    Oct 26, 2019
    10
    Rockstar did such a great job continuing what Remedy had built while at the same time leaving their own touch on the franchise
  7. Joe2126
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    I have played Max Payne 3 three times in a row. I don't regret it. This game is like the Goodfellas of video games, you'll keep coming back to play it all over again just like you'll watch Goodfellas many times over and over again. The reason why these two medias are so successful is because of the writing. When it comes to Rockstar Game's library, I think Max Payne 3 stands out the mostI have played Max Payne 3 three times in a row. I don't regret it. This game is like the Goodfellas of video games, you'll keep coming back to play it all over again just like you'll watch Goodfellas many times over and over again. The reason why these two medias are so successful is because of the writing. When it comes to Rockstar Game's library, I think Max Payne 3 stands out the most mainly because it deviates from a lot of the messages seen in all other games they have made in the past. All GTA games tend to focus on the "American dream", even L.A. Noire does this in a certain way dealing with Cole's addiction to his career and the eventual thing that happens to his family near the end of the game which I won't reveal. Bully also followed onto the American dream, having Jimmy in an environment where he has to change things to sustain a living.

    Max Payne 1 and 3 deviate from these ideas of the "American dream", rather it focuses on a deeply depressed ex-policeman who is struggling to deal with a past that is damaging him as his life moves forward. However, the extent of this impact is visible the most in Max Payne 3. The first game was all about revenge and exploring the NYC underworld. Here, Max is thrown into another underworld but this time he has no idea what's going on and everything is just crumbling down, he's manipulated and as the player, you also are placed in his shoes to experience his own manipulation. Working for a dysfunctional and corrupt family, the player only sees everything fall into place at the end and that's why its good, it feels that we gain satisfaction from finally revealing all of the mayhem that's going on during the story.

    I think Max Payne 3 also deals with many of the messages in the game brilliantly, especially the message of mental health as Max is a really depressed guy who gets the ending he deserves. When you compare it to whatever nonsense is put in the media today like 13 reasons why, Max Payne 3 is far better in dealing with it as it gives the player a relatable protagonist who also provides a sense of realism to the player. Say what you want about the game's depiction of Brazil, but recent issues such as operation car wash and the current gangs shooting out with the BOPE forces in the Favelas showcases that the issues in the game that are explored are quiet accurate. BOPE in particular have been corrupt in the past, even officers of the BOPE forces banded together to make the book Elite da Tropa detailing this further. This is why Max Payne 3 stands out the most in comparison to GTA, it is quiet realistic in dealing with these themes.

    The second time I played this game I was in a bit of a bad state and it helped me a little bit because I could relate to Max and how he was being treated and manipulated in the story. To this day I still do because it can provide you with strength especially in seeing how life in other places is different to yours. This isn't some "oh someone bullied me I'm gonna go kms :(" nonsense, this is the "Oh I'm being manipulated but I need to find out what's really going on around me and gain the upper hand" story. This is why, when detailing a message like mental health, you need to provide realism, strength and entertainment to people. Something that 13 reasons why failed at.

    I'd recommend this game any day of the week, it's brilliant and I even think media people should be analysing how great it is because of the messages and writing which make it up. The music is astonishing. If you thought Fallout 1-2 provided you with an amazing atmosphere, just listen to the music in this game. It's definitely one of the greatest OST's ever made and it's proper intense. This game is a straight 10/10 and the only people who don't like it seem to be people that adored the second game. In my opinion, the second game deviated from the story WAY too much, it isn't like the first or third game which is more believable.

    Please buy this game, especially when its on sale on steam, it is also excellently optimised and will run on any computer. Buying this game will show you a game that the developers really cared about and wanted their consumers to have as much fun as possible    … Expand
  8. Crimert
    May 13, 2020
    9
    It's pure action and adrenalin! It's pure fun! I really enjoyed this game! Cutscenes were great! 15hrs on record.
  9. Genek13
    Nov 19, 2019
    8
    Very strong and satisfying conclusion to Max story.
    Great visuals and sound effects. Max still kicks ass :)
    Minor flaw for me is a game setting.
  10. wasabi250603
    Nov 16, 2019
    10
    Лучшая игра от Rockstar на данный момент. Слоумо, красивые и эффектные килы, сюжет. 10
  11. Apbt89
    Nov 17, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best shooter games ever made! Great narrative and great atmosphere. Max Payne is a true protagonist, putting other people's safety above his own. I'm truly hoping for a 4th installment or at least a remake of the original. Please Rockstar!… Expand
  12. kuzey
    Nov 30, 2019
    9
    max payne gözüyle bakarsanız bi max payne değil ama normal bi oyun gözüyle bakarsanız iyi oyun
  13. showt
    Dec 13, 2019
    9
    Постановочные slow-motion очень крутые. История топчик Старый добрый Макс только с солнечной Бразилии. Именно мужицкие пострелушки с болеутоляющими и алкоголем..
    Геймплей - 9.
    Графика - 7 (в конце 2019 года). Музыка - 7 (маловато композиций, но те что есть супер). Сюжет - 10. Атмосфера - 10. Управление - 9. Оптимизация - 10.    Постановочные slow-motion очень крутые. История топчик Старый добрый Макс только с солнечной Бразилии. Именно мужицкие пострелушки с болеутоляющими и алкоголем..
    Геймплей - 9.
    Графика - 7 (в конце 2019 года).
    Музыка - 7 (маловато композиций, но те что есть супер).
    Сюжет - 10.
    Атмосфера - 10.
    Управление - 9.
    Оптимизация - 10.
  14. Gabzguy
    Dec 7, 2020
    8
    Um excelente jogo de ação, com a melhor gunplay da Rockstar, mesmo sendo um jogo de 2012. Um roteiro competente, mas as vezes conveniente para manter um ritmo acelerado, que desenvolve bem os traumas de Max, além de saber como abordar questões políticas como violência policial, milicia, crime organizado e corrupção de uma forma competente.
    A ambientação em São Paulo, entretanto, é boa,    Um excelente jogo de ação, com a melhor gunplay da Rockstar, mesmo sendo um jogo de 2012. Um roteiro competente, mas as vezes conveniente para manter um ritmo acelerado, que desenvolve bem os traumas de Max, além de saber como abordar questões políticas como violência policial, milicia, crime organizado e corrupção de uma forma competente.
    A ambientação em São Paulo, entretanto, é boa, mas ainda contém boas doses de representações esteriotipadas, além de convenções do roteiro, como qualquer pessoa que o Max tem um dialogo importante saiba falar inglês (alem da familia brasileira que fala ente si em ingês ?????).    … Expand
  15. r03vg
    Apr 17, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Среди своих знакомых я единственный, кто считает её лучшей частью серии. Каждый узнает себя в главной герое, каждый из нас немного наивный дурачок.… Expand
  16. henrywho
    Jan 24, 2020
    10
    Honestly best soudtrack by HEALTH, a fascinating story brings us to a multiple locations that diversify gameplay and perfect sence of style makes together to a game of a decade for me at least.
  17. PanMrkvicka
    Feb 12, 2020
    8
    I still enjoyed it, the setting was kind of weird and didnt feel like Max Payne but its not bad.
  18. KonstantinPayne
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Настоящий Эталон Экшн-Шутера от третьего лица. Чистый адреналин. Неонуар на месте. Только клавомышь.
  19. SinanInce
    Feb 23, 2020
    10
    Good Story Good Main Characters
    Good Dialogs
    Good Gameplay
    Good Feeling Hit
    Good Level Desing
    Good Animation
    Good Grapics
    Good Musics and Sounds Good AI
    Bad Villian 97
  20. Hesam898
    Mar 6, 2020
    10
    Its a master price even after 8 years!
    The gameplay is so smooth and gunplay is also so good and kills are so satisfying
    Thanks rockstar! But multi player isn't so good
  21. geekslayer
    Nov 22, 2020
    9
    Плюсы:
    - кинематографичность Rockstar явно удалась - анимация в игре просто божественна и во время игрового процесса, и в заставках - не зря на Макса роняли трудовой пот более трех десятков аниматоров.
    - проект выглядит замечательно, а звучит еще лучше благодаря отличному саундтреку, при этом отличаясь непревзойденной оптимизацией. А самое главное, в меню графики Max Payne 3 есть    Плюсы:
    - кинематографичность Rockstar явно удалась - анимация в игре просто божественна и во время игрового процесса, и в заставках - не зря на Макса роняли трудовой пот более трех десятков аниматоров.
    - проект выглядит замечательно, а звучит еще лучше благодаря отличному саундтреку, при этом отличаясь непревзойденной оптимизацией. А самое главное, в меню графики Max Payne 3 есть совершенно гениальное окошко, показывающее, сколько видеопамяти хавают текущие настройки. Такое должно быть во всех играх!
    - левелдизайн в игре чертовски удачный, и уровни на самом деле хочется исследовать, останавливаясь у каждого угла, и впитывать в себя лучащиеся детализацией и кропотливой проработкой декорации. По уровням разбросаны секреты в виде улик и элементов золотых стволов - это всё в игре для галочки, но зато найти барахлишко не проблема ввиду линейности локаций.
    - география перемещений Макса максимально обширна и разнообразна. Если в первых двух частях посещенные Максом локации в большинстве своем сводились к чередованию подворотен и складов, то в триквеле почти каждая миссия происходит в новом месте - болота, стадион, аэропорт, трущобы, город, полицейский участок и даже заснеженное Нью-Йоркское кладбище сменяют друг друга со скоростью поездки на американских горках.

    Минусы:
    - чекпоинты расставлены с максимальной ненавистью к игроку: не раз, не два и даже не десять тебе придется снова и снова пробегать один и тот же отрезок, сливаясь практически в самом конце. В целом, такие чекпоинты - откровенная геймдизайнерская оплошность.
    - по мере прохождения всё реже и реже приходится использовать slo-mo (называется bullet time) - оно безумно красивое, но у противников безумно подлый aimbot, меткость которого сводит на нет эффектные пробежки в замедлении.
    - ныряющие прыжки, во время которых можно разряжать во врагов весь свой огнестрельный запас, тоже оказываются не очень эффективными на более поздних этапах. Дело в том, что при касании о любую поверхность при прыжке замедление выключается, и тебя, развалившегося на полу, мигом инкрустируют свинцом. Так что в основном ты отстреливаешься из-за укрытий, что не очень радует, даже несмотря на великолепные ощущения от стрельбы.
    - насыщенность событиями и динамикой отчасти вредит игровому процессу. Все новые локации грузятся во время самих заставок, но происходит это долго и нудно - скорее всего, намного дольше, чем если бы игра не была занята ничем лишним помимо отображения надписи Loading. А еще из-за этого игра весит 30 гигабайт на ровном месте, вот так.

    Вывод: у Max Payne 3 хватает как гениальных находок, так и откровенных недостатков. Но, несмотря ни на что, это действительно очень крутой боевик, который грешно пропускать. И живое доказательство тому, что не стоит цепляться за прошлое.    … Expand
  22. Yakuzet
    Sep 7, 2023
    8
    greatest series i have ever played in my life. i love this game. i feel lucky because i could play them all.
  23. ChesterField
    May 1, 2020
    8
    Although in my opinion it is not as good as the first or the second, it still has a good story and a good portion of shootings. Good max payne. BULLET TIME !!
  24. Gabriel_Sanji
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Increíble, es un juego que merece la pena probar, está muy infravalorado, pero déjenme decirles que es otra obra maestra de Rockstar.… Expand
  25. tk_248
    Oct 13, 2022
    8
    мощнейшая атмосфера, благодаря перезагрузке сеттинга - вместо ночного зимнего нуара пришли жаркие дневные фавелы. из минусов затянутость и бесконечные катсцены
  26. hileger
    Oct 15, 2022
    8
    Это классика , старый хрен максим ТОП
    булет тайм все как встарь я ебу ты уберай.
  27. jon333
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Absolutely loved it, played it so many times. The sound track is just so good. Especially the song that plays during the last mission through the airport. I love the way Max cracks off these one liners throughout the game play. The writing is just brilliant. I keep hoping for a port to xbox one.. but doesn't look like that will happen. I highly recommend.
  28. TenLucas
    Jun 4, 2023
    9
    Although the third game is far from Payne's original roots, it allows to bring an original fresh take on the story and character of the aging Max and serve something new. Plus the whole thing has probably the best and most satisfying gunplay I've experienced in a PC game.
  29. Johnobudiman77
    Jul 1, 2020
    8
    Max payne 3 adalah salah satu game TPS shooter yang EPIC. gw suka Bet Dah game ini. salah satu game yang bikin lu berasa jadi john wick but with slow mo effect. Pokoknya wajib lah buat dicoba
  30. Dariya
    Jul 2, 2021
    9
    Summary:
    Hard cases and casings.
    The Good: + The new graphics, textures, shadows, lighting and pounding soundtrack. + The game realistically only allows three to be carried at a time. + The Story Mode has a generous length, almost as long as the first game, and the flashback chapters that you play also feel nicely in place. The Bad: - The cutscenes that involve Max Payne's    Summary:
    Hard cases and casings.

    The Good:
    + The new graphics, textures, shadows, lighting and pounding soundtrack.
    + The game realistically only allows three to be carried at a time.
    + The Story Mode has a generous length, almost as long as the first game, and the flashback chapters that you play also feel nicely in place.

    The Bad:
    - The cutscenes that involve Max Payne's alcoholism and addiction to painkillers were okay the first time, but get repetitive, treating players like they haven't got the point.    … Expand
  31. Zinaldo
    Jun 10, 2023
    9
    one of the best 3rd person shooter games of alll time , the game graphics and gameplay were great and I like it so much
  32. ksejoshot
    Jul 16, 2020
    8
    Un juego que no ha vendido lo que merecía. Un juego sobresaleinte de acción shooter en tercera persona, con tiroteos espectaculares con destrucción en ciertas partes de los escenarios, una buena historia, y la optimización de pc es muy buena, y es de Rockstar el juego, raro es. Recomendado sin duda.
  33. Mcmardigang
    May 22, 2021
    9
    Me parece incomprensible que haya jugadores que no lo valoren con nota más altas. El juego tiene una calidad gráfica y una jugabilidad, que ya le gustaría a muchos juegos de ahora tener. Te engancha desde el primer momento. Tal vez, por ponerle un “pero”, son demasiado insistentes con los problemas de alcohol que tiene el personaje.
  34. KhangLe98
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    Full of shooting and amazing mechanics. Fun, action-packed and good campaign.
  35. luki172
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    One of the best PS3 / 360 games. I was captivated by the dark atmosphere of Brazil, an interesting story and gameplay that does not bring any big changes, but is properly improved
  36. adam_carl
    Aug 13, 2020
    8
    It's a good work from rockstar but sadly the game still have lot of problem
  37. bigreview122
    Aug 28, 2020
    9
    Really fun game, it has a really good story that's comparable with something like Taken, great combat, and amazing graphics! The only cons I thought the game had were its rather short story and lack of players in multiplayer(which is kind of expected in an old game such as this game) 9.5/10 Amazing game!
  38. MrPajamas
    Mar 12, 2021
    8
    Max Payne 3 no longer had Remedy to work and you can see it. Someone likes a threesome. Someone at least. Someone halfway there. Personally, I just like her the least. Don't get me wrong. The game is great, but now I'm going to give you some reasons why it's the weakest part. Max Payne 1 and Max Payne 2 hit me mainly with the atmosphere. The game was dark, it was about drugs and of courseMax Payne 3 no longer had Remedy to work and you can see it. Someone likes a threesome. Someone at least. Someone halfway there. Personally, I just like her the least. Don't get me wrong. The game is great, but now I'm going to give you some reasons why it's the weakest part. Max Payne 1 and Max Payne 2 hit me mainly with the atmosphere. The game was dark, it was about drugs and of course something I don't want to spoiler if you didn't happen to play the previous parts or have a couple of what they are about. But the three go in a completely different direction. On the one hand, I praise the change, which is great, but it just doesn't have the atmosphere of the previous parts. The dark atmosphere that got under your skin is replaced by action. Comic movies have been exchanged for normal movies, and overall, don't look for the magic of previous episodes here. On the one hand, it's great to see that Rockstar Games did not forget about the fans and offered us moments when you were thinking and it's like then. There are a couple of flashbacks in the game, where you go back to time and especially to the atmosphere of the previous parts. It was these parts that I personally enjoyed the most. But I must admit that the action ones also had their charm at the moment, and overall I enjoyed them. Fortunately, Max Payne's main jingle is still here, and it still works for me, despite the fact that we are not in snowy dark New York, but in sunny São Paulo. For me, a great game that has undergone a change. For some for the better. For some for the worse. Overall, you can see that the Rockstar Games worked on this, because the game has a total touch of GTA V. So for me, a great game that I recommend.… Expand
  39. ErayTellezi
    Nov 17, 2020
    8
    Düz ilerleyen, sıka sıka gittiğimiz hikayeli oyunların en iyilerinden. Başarılı.
  40. apokalipto
    Aug 10, 2023
    9
    Very good game. I enjoyed playing this game a lot. I strongly recommend this.
  41. BgSilva98
    Sep 4, 2022
    9
    Gostei desse jogo, apesar de a historia não tem uma motivação tão boa quanto os 2 primeiros jogos, ela acaba compensando por outros fatores do game.
    Esse terceiro game é bem mais realista que seus antecessores, tanto em gráfico, jogabilidade, mecânica, movimentação, armamentos e nas finalizações das mortes.
    O Jogo se passa no Brasil, que é algo a ser destacado, pois quebra aquele padrão    Gostei desse jogo, apesar de a historia não tem uma motivação tão boa quanto os 2 primeiros jogos, ela acaba compensando por outros fatores do game.
    Esse terceiro game é bem mais realista que seus antecessores, tanto em gráfico, jogabilidade, mecânica, movimentação, armamentos e nas finalizações das mortes.
    O Jogo se passa no Brasil, que é algo a ser destacado, pois quebra aquele padrão que sempre tem que ser nos EUA, dublagem boa (contém muitos palavrões, joguem de fone de ouvido, caso tenha crianças ou pessoas que não gostem desse tipo de linguajar).
    No geral do uma nota final de 9/10.    … Expand
  42. Gorbunov2004
    Apr 18, 2021
    10
    В этой части игры над музыкой была сделана огромная переработка музыку приятно слушать. Геймплей такой же как и в прошлых частях. Сюжет хоть и запутанный но интересный, Из оружия убрали гранаты а остальное на месте. Также появились оружия с модификациями которые можно подобрать с убитых врагов.В этой части игры над музыкой была сделана огромная переработка музыку приятно слушать. Геймплей такой же как и в прошлых частях. Сюжет хоть и запутанный но интересный, Из оружия убрали гранаты а остальное на месте. Также появились оружия с модификациями которые можно подобрать с убитых врагов.
  43. nietzfk
    May 20, 2023
    8
    It's not happening, I guess I can't get out of the nostalgic effect of MP2. It still sounds better than that.
  44. def38
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    Max Payne 3 might be most underrated good "Rockstar Games" game ever. It barely sold 5 million copies and overall not many people know this one, but it's so well made. Incredible graphics for 2012. If i'm not wrong, at the time it was most expensive video game ever made.
  45. Pjgomes
    Nov 28, 2020
    10
    Best fun shooter game I ever played. The story is good and the action gameplay are very satisfying. The Brazilian and Spanish cursing are so cool. Would love to see more max Payne with the awesome "bullet time".
  46. GamingReviews
    Dec 4, 2020
    10
    Most underrated Rockstar game, so well made tho. I have no idea what Remedy would have done with MP3, but imo Rockstar did good job. Writing is solid and shooting feels really good. I'm pretty sure Remedy likes it.
  47. Myth_
    Dec 9, 2020
    8
    Played this today, i'm super late, been a fan of max payne 1 and 2 fall of max payne for years now but never got to play this one but you can tell that this game is a "bit closer to heaven".
  48. Scoutgoat
    Jan 13, 2021
    9
    Absolutely amazing game. It's everything that made the first two great, but more. More action, better physics (with the highlight being the euphoria physics, making for some really cool and dramatic deaths), better gunplay, and a fantastic soundtrack.
  49. Richard_dias
    Aug 15, 2023
    8
    Good game, and as a brazilian I'm flattered to see that every brazilian character speaks portuguese, not spanish. The game itself lacks that Remedy touch we saw in previous games, and I miss it a lot.
  50. PoopDealerNear
    Jun 15, 2022
    9
    Very good underrated action game. It plays out exactly like what you would expect from a stereotypical action shooting movie. Love the effects and such. Story goes crazy and doesn't make any sense with 1 character taking out so many people but that's how action movies go. LOVE LOVE the ragdolls, I spend hours in this game just for the replayability.
  51. Dipalay
    Jul 19, 2022
    10
    This game is masterpiece. Great story, excellent gameplay, good graphics and optimization. That things make this game 10/10.
  52. ChunkDump
    Dec 21, 2020
    8
    a video game version of bruce willis' John McClane. gritty, grimy, brazily and lots of bullets and slow mo headshots make this a fun time from beginning to end. wheres the sequel? maybe a remaster at least?
  53. BeeSting1
    Jan 1, 2021
    9
    Max Payne 3 feels a bit different than its two prequels, but it is still amazing.

    Max Payne 3 is a continuation of Max Payne 2 8 years later. No characters from the past are spoken about such as, Vlad, Woden, Sax, and anyone except in some parts Max's dead wife and daughter. I found this unfortunate because I personally liked a lot of the characters in the previous max paynes,    Max Payne 3 feels a bit different than its two prequels, but it is still amazing.

    Max Payne 3 is a continuation of Max Payne 2 8 years later. No characters from the past are spoken about such as, Vlad, Woden, Sax, and anyone except in some parts Max's dead wife and daughter. I found this unfortunate because I personally liked a lot of the characters in the previous max paynes, especially Mona Sax. There is no love story here, as there was in Max Payne 2. The game is concentrated more about trust between Max and others and Max struggling with his age and his drinking problems. However, the plot itself is intense, and makes you want to move forwards to see who is behind everything. There are nice twists, and the enemies make you want to kill them because they are so heartless. There is a notice in the rise of the default difficulty compared to previous max paynes. For one, you cannot save whenever you like. There are checkpoints. Secondly, there are a lot less painkillers and smarter enemies.

    One thing you notice right away when playing is the inability to move as gracefully as you could in previous max paynes, especially Max's walking and running speed. It has took a dive, I this reflects on Max's age. Shootdodge is not as effective as previous games. Enemies are smarter, because they hide behind cover more intelligently, such that they may stay behind cover the entire time you are airborne. Not only that, when you land, there is a bit of lag that is enough time to get you killed if you failed your shootdodge. There is also an online multiplayer mode.

    The graphics are very nice. The environment is detailed, however, you cannot interact with as many things as you could in the previous games. These items include cub boards, sinks and toilet, drawers, etc. The ability to open these things up and check for ammo is all gone. You can only pick ammo up from your dead enemies. The dialogue is just as great as always, however there is no more graphic comic cutscenes, but instead live cutscenes where there are flickers and stills that reflect Max's state of mind. You may not enjoy this game as much if you do not like cutscenes interrupting your gameplay, because there are a lot of cutscenes. Personally, the story is so amazing that I love watching the cutscenes and the fantastic animation and dialogues.

    Finally, if you have a PC, get it for the PC. Analog controls for aiming make the game too hard unless you enable soft-lock/hard-lock. But in my opinion, those locks take the fun out. The precision of the mouse and keyboard are practically a necessity for this game unless you have a lot of experience with using analog sticks for shooters.    … Expand
  54. iCampoRamil
    Nov 12, 2021
    8
    Una genialidad en físicas, la historia una maravilla, con eso y un bizcocho: juegardo.
  55. Juli01223
    Jan 29, 2021
    8
    good protagonist, reasonable narrative. Bad dubbing of Brazilian characters. But overall ok.
  56. psmoon21
    Feb 10, 2021
    10
    Rockstar proving that they are also one of the best at making linear games, but again they are unfair with another of their games. It is not that he was not chosen goty of his year but that they gave him very few awards. a shame.

    The game is not too long and the ending is too Hollywood but those are its least favorable points. the story is closely followed, it is realistic, cruel,    Rockstar proving that they are also one of the best at making linear games, but again they are unfair with another of their games. It is not that he was not chosen goty of his year but that they gave him very few awards. a shame.

    The game is not too long and the ending is too Hollywood but those are its least favorable points.

    the story is closely followed, it is realistic, cruel, harsh and even complicated. Max payne 1 and 2 are great games but max payne 3 is not far behind and rockstar has managed to give it its personal touch

    The gameplay is without a doubt the best of the game. Being able to shoot and aim while moving in the third person, being able to rotate 360º on yourself when aiming even on the ground, take cover, bullet time, how good the gunplay feels being able to carry two weapons at the same time even being different, its different missions such as the sniper copied by other games in 2013, the zip line and being able to shoot at the same time. Each chapter feels different and the i.a. of the enemies is at a good level, the physics are incredible with the last death bullet created in real time and its effects on the bodies, the physics of Max when he moves carrying the weapons changes and the weight is felt when running, move. This game is very undervolorized

    It is an ideal game for speedrun lovers with a trophy / achievement of passing it without dying, with quite challenging regressive time.

    Online is very addictive, but many of its modes are paid dlc's and there are people who prefer it that way before gta / rdr micropayments, because they are very wrong    … Expand
  57. emreglbdk
    Jan 31, 2021
    9
    It is clear that the Max Payne series is already beautiful. This is better with its graphics.
  58. 4ipi3drik
    Feb 13, 2021
    10
    the best game i ever playeddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddd
  59. RADIOKAIFM
    Apr 9, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Before I played this game I was a little bit worried because I saw images of Max's bald head and the fact that Remedy wasn't producing this title felt me bad. After finishing the game I must say that Max Payne 3 bought me. Rockstar made a great job with the story, locations, shooting model and character development.… Expand
  60. TiredAlfred
    Dec 30, 2021
    8
    The gritty Max Payne series returns for a third iteration. From automatics to handguns to rifles and explosives, Max wields (and dual-wields) a wide array of high-powered weaponry in both single player and multi
  61. Hikayeci
    May 14, 2021
    9
    Hikayesi, vuruş hissi, oynanışı, grafikleri, optimizasyonu TEK KELİME İLE HARİKA olan ama teması çok kötü olan bir oyun. Keşke oyunu amazon ormanlarında goril dövüşü müziği eşliğinde yapmaktansa, max payne 1 ve 2 deki gibi karanlık bir oyun olarak yapsalarmış. O zaman bu oyun tam 10 puanlık bir oyun olurdu. Yine de bu ton değişimi hoşuma gitmedi değil. Ayrıca oyununu sevmemin bir diğerHikayesi, vuruş hissi, oynanışı, grafikleri, optimizasyonu TEK KELİME İLE HARİKA olan ama teması çok kötü olan bir oyun. Keşke oyunu amazon ormanlarında goril dövüşü müziği eşliğinde yapmaktansa, max payne 1 ve 2 deki gibi karanlık bir oyun olarak yapsalarmış. O zaman bu oyun tam 10 puanlık bir oyun olurdu. Yine de bu ton değişimi hoşuma gitmedi değil. Ayrıca oyununu sevmemin bir diğer sebebi de aşırı derecede optimizasyon dostu olması. Gerçekten, bilgisayarım normalde gta 5 kaldırmaz iken max payne 3 ü taş gibi çalıştırıyor. Yani tam bir fakir dostu :D… Expand
  62. resievilss
    Jun 6, 2021
    10
    What's with this page and negative reviews? So much negativity everywhere. Max Payne 3 is one of the best shooters, with great story, good writing, good graphics. But what do i see when i go to "Most helpful" page? Only negative reviews upvoted who write some nonsense. This game has 1930 positive reviews and only 312 negative reviews and for some reason only small amount of negativeWhat's with this page and negative reviews? So much negativity everywhere. Max Payne 3 is one of the best shooters, with great story, good writing, good graphics. But what do i see when i go to "Most helpful" page? Only negative reviews upvoted who write some nonsense. This game has 1930 positive reviews and only 312 negative reviews and for some reason only small amount of negative reviews are upvoted. Almost feels like someone was angry at Max Payne 3 (for whatever stupid reason this person had, because gamers have always stupid reasons for hating games) and just created multiple fake accounts to upvote negative reviews.… Expand
  63. Woolee
    Oct 4, 2021
    8
    I bought this game on steam and completed the storyline in less than 13 hours of gameplay. Ridiculously disappointing. The storyline didnt even come close to matching the first or the secon
  64. zyllus
    Feb 26, 2022
    8
    The game has gotten a complete overhaul since the IP is now owned by Rockstar instead of Remedy. The storyline has completely changed from a cop to private security. The graphics have been improved considerably but the boss fights could have been much better in this game. There are about 6 main bad guys with whom the story could have had a good boss fight but only 3 of them areThe game has gotten a complete overhaul since the IP is now owned by Rockstar instead of Remedy. The storyline has completely changed from a cop to private security. The graphics have been improved considerably but the boss fights could have been much better in this game. There are about 6 main bad guys with whom the story could have had a good boss fight but only 3 of them are challenging, the rest 3 are taken down by the NPC. The pill-popping crunch has changed which I liked very much. Overall the game is good with the monologuing still good like it used to but it holds very little continuation from the last two games.… Expand
  65. Lordorthegames
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    I'm glad Rockstar is doing GTA Trilogy remaster for new consoles and PC, but Max Payne trilogy needs to be remastered as well for new consoles and PC. It's one of the best shooters of all time and can't just get forgotten forever.
  66. DonldTrump_45Th
    Jan 26, 2023
    9
    Hello, this is a default review because i'm forced to use 75 characters. I'll edit this review in the future talking about the game, don't worry ;)

    My final rate is: 9
  67. Zeneko90
    Jun 2, 2022
    8
    Nettes. Spiel es hat echt viel Spaß gemacht. Mehr davon! Nicht zu lang, nicht zu kurz. Genau richtig.
  68. Aaron3Moore
    Nov 27, 2021
    10
    Супер динамичный шутер, который отлично играется даже сейчас. В предыдущие части я не играл , но это не помешало насладиться сюжетом, рекомендую! На пару вечеров затянет однозначно.
  69. Ciocolici
    Aug 7, 2023
    9
    "Max Payne 3" is an exceptional addition to the series, boasting a captivating story, intriguing characters, and the familiar Max Payne essence. However, while it retains the core elements, it does veer away from the traditional Max Payne vibe in certain aspects.

    The game showcases an incredible narrative, supported by strong character development and the iconic Max Payne narration.    "Max Payne 3" is an exceptional addition to the series, boasting a captivating story, intriguing characters, and the familiar Max Payne essence. However, while it retains the core elements, it does veer away from the traditional Max Payne vibe in certain aspects.

    The game showcases an incredible narrative, supported by strong character development and the iconic Max Payne narration. Yet, the Max Payne ambiance seems somewhat diluted, only surfacing when engaging the slow-motion mechanics or during Max's inner monologues.

    From the outset, it's clear that the reins have been handed from Remedy to Rockstar, evident in the visual style and narrative approach. The once-pervading dark atmosphere takes a backseat, replaced by a distinct Rockstar flavor. Notably, the absence of the beloved comic book cutscenes, replaced by different unique ones, leaves a sense of wonder about this decision. The game's transformation from the shadowy streets to sunnier locales, and from Max's iconic jacket and haircut to a more understated appearance, marks a departure from its origins.

    Although the changes might raise eyebrows, delving into the game reveals its prowess. "Max Payne 3" manages to be an extraordinary game despite embracing a distinctive direction. It's an odd paradox: it's an amazing game while feeling like a different experience altogether. This third installment is both loved and resented, a testament to its complexity.

    Despite the shift in tone, the gameplay shines as the best it's ever been. Max Payne remains the larger-than-life, excessively cool character fans adore, even with a hint of rust. The transformation of the game's atmosphere might have made me feel as though I was playing with Vin Diesel rather than a character from "The Matrix" at times, but I've chosen to overlook the departure from its roots. Why? Because despite the changes, "Max Payne 3" masterfully delivers a truly exceptional gaming experience. But that does NOT change the fact that I wish the game would have had the same tone and ark atmosphere and storytelling.    … Expand
  70. petrkozak13
    Dec 13, 2021
    8
    I miss the noir feel of the first two games but Max Payne 3 is still an awesome shooter.
  71. Mr_Nobody34
    Jan 14, 2022
    8
    Ratings for the time period it came out
    Story : 9
    Gameplay : 8
    Graphics : 10
    Fun Factor : 8
    Environment interaction : 7
    Sound effects : 10
    Overall Immersion : 8
  72. FreeRunner29
    Jun 8, 2023
    9
    In terms of gameplay and general enjoyment this is definitely the best Max Payne. Although, the story-line itself is definitely the weakest in the series. It has that "Max Payne narrative," but, it feels a bit tacked on when they realized this was basically a cop inside the world of GTA IV with expanded movement. Regardless of that, I've had a blast with the game, I originally played onIn terms of gameplay and general enjoyment this is definitely the best Max Payne. Although, the story-line itself is definitely the weakest in the series. It has that "Max Payne narrative," but, it feels a bit tacked on when they realized this was basically a cop inside the world of GTA IV with expanded movement. Regardless of that, I've had a blast with the game, I originally played on Xbox 360 but, wasn't a fan of the performance. On PC it runs like a dream and looks gorgeous. Plus, mouse and keyboard controls are spot on!… Expand
  73. TheBasicReviews
    Jan 27, 2022
    9
    Story: 90/100
    Gameplay: 100/100
    Graphics: 100/100
    Music/Soundtrack: 90/100
    Main Character(s): 100/100
    Side Characters: 70/100
    Regular Enemies: 80/100
    Bosses/Boss fights: 90/100
    World/Level Design: 100/100
    Playability (Bugs and optimization after patches): 100/100
    Would I Play It Again?: Yes
    Where Does It Rank In My Top 500 Video Games of All Time List?: 28

    Rating: 90/100
  74. levoxyl
    Mar 17, 2023
    9
    Evolution of Max Payne continiues with better graphics , story , methods, weapons, mechanics
  75. perrypulus
    Mar 12, 2022
    8
    It's a good game to play if you're waiting for other Rockstar's game. Even though it's not as good as GTA, the slo-mo signature of the game is kinda cool
  76. Ilovecyberbul
    Mar 25, 2022
    9
    очень крута только пулемётчики бесят, но играть весело и интересно хоть и сложно иногда
  77. Christian_TV
    Apr 29, 2023
    8
    A worthy sequel,in my opinion even better than Max Payne 2.
    The evolution of the character is absolutely awesome.
  78. The_D4RknesS
    Jun 22, 2022
    9
    the main points for me in a game what will tell if it is good or bad... Physics, destruction, violence and gameplay. well, Max 3 delivers all this in a perfect and satisfying way.

    The only problem with this game is that you complete the story and then you can't skip the cutscenes, you have to see them all. the loads you have in the cutscene are fakes
  79. krlwarkrl
    Jul 16, 2022
    9
    9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 99 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 99 9 9 9 9 9 99 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 point!
  80. george_bondo
    Jul 24, 2022
    8
    this game is just perfect with that beautiful music , characters and atmosphere
  81. k1erx
    Jul 18, 2023
    10
    крутая игра прикольная механика , очень понравилось в игре сюжет и главный герой.
  82. Supahgloo
    May 12, 2023
    10
    Max Payne. What a legend. One of the top ten for sure. Graphics, story, brilliant mechanics.
  83. Williamganteng1
    Nov 18, 2022
    10
    Very Underrated game,great story, gameplay and the guns! If you wanna play max Payne you have good movement and of course good reflexes
  84. goodgriff33
    Jan 26, 2023
    9
    Answer: 75 characters is between 10 words and 19 words with spaces included in the character count. If spaces are not included in the character count, then 75 characters is between 12 words and 25 words.
  85. Phamtom25
    May 15, 2023
    9
    Un Third-person shooter casi perfecto, extremadamente divertido y con esas historias tan duras y a la vez satiricas que Rockstar acostumbra a hacer. Los gráficos son muy buenos para la época, con unas físicas impresionantes (El motor Rage es de los mejores).
  86. tuckalicious
    Mar 15, 2023
    10
    One of my favorite games of all time due to the fun shooting aspect of the game. Graphics are sick too, the story, the level design, you should play this game 100%!
  87. armadonpower
    Jun 11, 2023
    9
    The game's stunning visuals, gripping storyline, and satisfying gunplay are hampered by occasional pacing issues and overuse of cutscenes.
  88. Vlad8
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Max Payne 3 is the greatest 3rd person shooter of all time. The combat and gunplay is unmatched to this day.
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#13 Best PC Game of 2012
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
  1. Pelit (Finland)
    Oct 13, 2012
    87
    Max Payne 3 feels like a PC original, in a very good way. [Aug 2012]
  2. PC Master (Greece)
    Aug 31, 2012
    91
    Its deviation from the mood instilled by its predecessors might annoy some purist fans, but Max Payne 3's undisputed quality standards in all accounts will make them look the other way and enjoy the game as it is. [July 2012]
  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jul 29, 2012
    90
    Max Payne is god and it really doesn't matter that he is not the fair one. He is the most interesting action character these days and the game itself is one of the best you can get. [July 2012]
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