Mafia II

 PlayStation 3
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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 464 Ratings

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  1. Bob_H
    Aug 24, 2010
    10
    Having already marathon played this game, I can say that it is not a GTA game, but still great. These negative reviewers repeatedly complain about this game's linear nature and lack of sub-missions, but (because I began playing the game knowing it was a linear action title) I was very pleased with it. In Grand Theft Auto games, you are given many activities to do - but none of them areHaving already marathon played this game, I can say that it is not a GTA game, but still great. These negative reviewers repeatedly complain about this game's linear nature and lack of sub-missions, but (because I began playing the game knowing it was a linear action title) I was very pleased with it. In Grand Theft Auto games, you are given many activities to do - but none of them are very refined. In Mafia II, the opposite is true. Shooting is very satisfying, the cars are fantastic simulations, and the game - particularly the cutscenes - looks amazing. This game is much shorter than GTA at around 12 hours, but the action is much more focused.… Expand
  2. JMR41499
    Aug 27, 2010
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is my favorite game of 2010..the plot is so amazingly crafted it's probably the best story i have ever heard from a video game (heavy rain aside) with henry being a rat, Joe almost turning on you, you going to prison, your mama dying, and ESPECIALLY when Joe got whacked at the end. my jaw hit the ground at that part. But this is not an open world game which is a shame but the story line is amazing with great gameplay (gunplay fistfighting, ETC) amazing graphics and an engaging storyline i could not put the controller down the whole time i was playing this.....But the game is short with a time of 14 hours but worth every penny BUY MAFIA 2!!!!!!… Expand
  3. DeackonFrost
    Aug 27, 2010
    10
    As I anticipated, Mafia II is terribly underrated by IGN and the likes. Yet again I find myself in complete disagreement with the videogame critic "establishment". It's sad to me that, a) this game is compared to GTA and RDR, and b) those games were so highly rated to begin with. GTA and RDR have open worlds filled with lots of boring and repetitive stuff to do, while the missionsAs I anticipated, Mafia II is terribly underrated by IGN and the likes. Yet again I find myself in complete disagreement with the videogame critic "establishment". It's sad to me that, a) this game is compared to GTA and RDR, and b) those games were so highly rated to begin with. GTA and RDR have open worlds filled with lots of boring and repetitive stuff to do, while the missions themselves were unvaried and , well, not fun. Not to mention that the gunplay required no skill and made combat almost instantly repetitive. Mafia II is a different game altogether. It's purpose is to tell a STELLAR "crime drama" story and put the player in excellent action sequences along the way. Yes, the driving is often unnecessary and "filler", but the action sequences in Mafia II absolutely destroy anything that GTA managed to cobble together. I didn't finish GTA IV and RDR because I got bored. Mafia II is a game that I think, frankly, appeals to a more mature gamer who's been around the block and appreciates the subtle details in shooting sequences that make them standout from those of other games. When bullets hit walls, glass, or fences, they look like they are hitting with force and doing damage. Cover deteriorates......something that every shooter should have in place these days. I love the way concrete crumbles and dust shoots out of the walls. I love the "duck and dodge" animations of the characters when under fire, both on the run and behind cover. The sound and music are superb. The set pieces are awesome. The voice acting is excellent. The atmosphere is perfect. This is a game for people like me who enjoy underrated games with big hearts - like Kane and Lynch. "Underdog games", I call 'em. These games have flaws, but you can see what the developers were shooting for and as a hardcore, mature gamer - you love them for it. I give it a 10 not because it's perfect (it's not), but because it does so much (so well) that other games with bigger names and bigger budgets never even attempt.… Expand
  4. frugal_frogger
    Aug 29, 2010
    10
    Way better than the first. One of the best GTA-esque games I've played in a while. It's a bit linear but it's a lot of fun, the graphics are great and the controls are really good.
  5. SAVAGEHENRY
    Aug 30, 2010
    10
    Most likely the best gangster game that has been made to date in terms of overall quality. The characters are incredibly enjoyable and the relationships border on legitimately heartfelt in terms of believability.. THE CARS: My favorite part about the first mafia was the believable performance of the cars and this game delivers with more powerful vehicles and some badass customizationMost likely the best gangster game that has been made to date in terms of overall quality. The characters are incredibly enjoyable and the relationships border on legitimately heartfelt in terms of believability.. THE CARS: My favorite part about the first mafia was the believable performance of the cars and this game delivers with more powerful vehicles and some badass customization possibilities. Storytelling is fantastic and the linear nature of the game should be forgiven due to how well it is written and flows. I have never been so happy that I didn't have to choose one of six poorly developed possible outcomes. Then later realized that there was in fact 3 possible outcomes for the given situation that were so subtly implied that I had no idea they were possible. Lastly, if you get 50 of the most beautiful Playboy centerfolds from the era and are collectible throughout the game, I would say that they are worth $50 by them selves. My. God. So if you are wondering if this game is a worthwhile purchase beyond the rental envelope, I say pick it up and let me know if you are disappointed.… Expand
  6. GameZoneXtreme
    Sep 5, 2010
    10
    This game is AWESOME! Do not listen to the low reviews, it's just that most people compare the game to GTA 4 (Which is not) and it has a life of it's own. If you play the game thinking "i want to see if it's better than GTA" then STOP now and don't play. The game is nothing like GTA and I am sure that the DEVS were also thinking the same thing when they made it. The game is amazing; fromThis game is AWESOME! Do not listen to the low reviews, it's just that most people compare the game to GTA 4 (Which is not) and it has a life of it's own. If you play the game thinking "i want to see if it's better than GTA" then STOP now and don't play. The game is nothing like GTA and I am sure that the DEVS were also thinking the same thing when they made it. The game is amazing; from the Mob-style shoot outs to the great acting. It is an epic game!… Expand
  7. ADIL
    Aug 28, 2010
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Frankly fees is very good and the story is also good
    And control is fine, but why can not the hero to jump me anywhere?
    And in some cases there is a comment in the picture for less than n seconds!!!
    And the police if Tardek can kill you easily!!!
    And fees the city is very sweet and beautiful ...
    Were supposed to abolish the system or serial or serial sections!
    Because this game is not a real film or series!
    But in the last game is good and worth is 10/10
    by / adil khojah - from saudi arabia ...    … Expand
  8. Cornellian88
    Sep 2, 2010
    10
    For those of you considering this game don't let some of the lower scores fool you. They are skewing the overall rating and it's unjustified. This is a very good game. It is not glitchy as some have complained. The graphics are great, the storyline is fun and the music and radio news/ads are entertaining. The main game may be short especially if you attempt to speed through it BUT, PS3For those of you considering this game don't let some of the lower scores fool you. They are skewing the overall rating and it's unjustified. This is a very good game. It is not glitchy as some have complained. The graphics are great, the storyline is fun and the music and radio news/ads are entertaining. The main game may be short especially if you attempt to speed through it BUT, PS3 users get extra downloadable content with extra missions and they have just announced more downloadable content coming out Sept 7th thatt will virtually double the number of missions in the game (as well as add leaderboards etc.). I know some will complain that at $9.99 a pop downloadable content is a way to pull more money out of you after you have already bought the main game. I see it as a choice. If you like the main game then you see the add on content as a way to extend the time you can spend with it. For those that choose to rent, you will miss out on allot.… Expand
  9. Daemonius
    Sep 4, 2010
    10
    I just love this game, the graphics are awesome. The theme is awesome. I just love the music that is played on the car radio. This 40's - 50's wiseguy thing is the best. I just wish people would still dress like they do on this game. There was no glitches for me, maybe because my game is a LEGAL VERSION. I love the way that they have made this game. The first time you play, you just runI just love this game, the graphics are awesome. The theme is awesome. I just love the music that is played on the car radio. This 40's - 50's wiseguy thing is the best. I just wish people would still dress like they do on this game. There was no glitches for me, maybe because my game is a LEGAL VERSION. I love the way that they have made this game. The first time you play, you just run through the missions. Next time you look for the hidden bonus stuff. Good thing is that they have real music from the era of this game, too bad they didn't license the car names. This should not be compared to GTA. If you want GTA, don't play this game. If you love trench coats and american-italian accents, you'll love this game.… Expand
  10. Moviebuffreview
    Jan 22, 2011
    8
    Mafia II may be disappointing for the things that it doesn't do right: limited replay value, a short narrative, and sometimes touchy mechanics. However, for the things it does deliver on it delivers big time, the shooting is great fun, the story is awesome, the game looks great, and the action is incredibly satisfying. If there were more replay value and more options for shooting, Mafia IIMafia II may be disappointing for the things that it doesn't do right: limited replay value, a short narrative, and sometimes touchy mechanics. However, for the things it does deliver on it delivers big time, the shooting is great fun, the story is awesome, the game looks great, and the action is incredibly satisfying. If there were more replay value and more options for shooting, Mafia II would be the king. Until then, it is mildly disappointing, but a blast none the less.… Expand
  11. Duke_Nukem
    Mar 11, 2017
    9
    Nice graphics, good temporary music, an interesting story. This was way before Mafia III ruined this franchise. The shootouts in this game can be very hard, especially since there are not many checkpoints, but if you succeed they are very satisfying. There is no auto-aim so it's up to you to proof how good you are. The oldtimer cars are a bit difficult to handle and there are not many sideNice graphics, good temporary music, an interesting story. This was way before Mafia III ruined this franchise. The shootouts in this game can be very hard, especially since there are not many checkpoints, but if you succeed they are very satisfying. There is no auto-aim so it's up to you to proof how good you are. The oldtimer cars are a bit difficult to handle and there are not many side missions but if you don't expect a GTA-style game you will enjoy this great game for sure. And you can always play the missions again after you finished the game.… Expand
  12. Badr90s
    Sep 26, 2021
    8
    The best mafia game out there, the first part might had a better story but this one got a better protaginist & characters, missions and plot twists, dialog and music cars and vibes, yet not the npc’s or the police
  13. i_like_games
    Aug 26, 2010
    9
    I'm not sure what all the people with negative reviews were expecting. I'm going to try to list my take on the game.

    The story is linear and there are no side quests. But the first Mafia was like this. It's a game and it's trying to tell a story, and it's a pretty good one. Unfortunately there is currently no free ride mode as in the first Mafia. This essentially means that hunting down    I'm not sure what all the people with negative reviews were expecting. I'm going to try to list my take on the game.

    The story is linear and there are no side quests. But the first Mafia was like this. It's a game and it's trying to tell a story, and it's a pretty good one. Unfortunately there is currently no free ride mode as in the first Mafia. This essentially means that hunting down the centerfolds and wanted posters and exploring the city must happen in mission. Which is totally fine. The only thing that sucks is that the current save mode, with saves only occuring at mission check points. It would be nice to have a save point you could go to, to save your progress (guns and clothes).

    The centerfold collectibles are far more interesting than item crates (JC2), and shooting pigeons (GTA IV). For some people they may want to actually find all 50. And how much "Extra" crap do you really need to do? Just Cause 2 is full of extra crap, so much that the actual storyline missions are only ok.

    The graphics are beautiful. And in the cut scenes the vehicles and clothing of your character are in the exact state they were before the cut scene (new outfits, bullet holes in car, etc.)

    The radio station rocks. The action can be intense. And for anyone who's mission isn't to race through the chapters as quickly as possible if you start a few gun battles with police you can get automatic weapons right away! I really enjoy this game. And my only qualm is the current save system as I'd like to be able to save my status after getting new guns and messing with the police. A longer story might be nice as well, but hopefully there'll be some decent DLC's to fill in the gaps.    … Expand
  14. SentryVoid2010
    Aug 26, 2010
    9
    Unlike other sandbox games, Mafia II is all about a linear narrative. It doesn't have side-quests or activites, but the game itself is so good it doesn't need them. You won't sink in hundreds of hours with this like you did with GTA IV or Red Dead Redemption, but the time you do spend playing will be nothing short of gaming craftsmanship. Mafia II features one of the best stories in allUnlike other sandbox games, Mafia II is all about a linear narrative. It doesn't have side-quests or activites, but the game itself is so good it doesn't need them. You won't sink in hundreds of hours with this like you did with GTA IV or Red Dead Redemption, but the time you do spend playing will be nothing short of gaming craftsmanship. Mafia II features one of the best stories in all gaming. At the end of the day, this a great game that everyone should at least try.… Expand
  15. Blswylde
    Aug 25, 2010
    10
    Mafia 2 is not trying to be GTA, you must know that going in or you will be disappointed. Mafia 2 is a much more linear, hands on experience for the players that only want story, sure, you can run around town, but the options are limited. It has a great story, enjoy it of that. If you're like MAINEiac then you must only want a rocket launcher and a crowd to shoot it at, Mafia 2 doesn'tMafia 2 is not trying to be GTA, you must know that going in or you will be disappointed. Mafia 2 is a much more linear, hands on experience for the players that only want story, sure, you can run around town, but the options are limited. It has a great story, enjoy it of that. If you're like MAINEiac then you must only want a rocket launcher and a crowd to shoot it at, Mafia 2 doesn't give you that, it gives you a compelling story with above average voice acting.… Expand
  16. EMelo01
    Aug 27, 2010
    9
    First off, I'm a huge fan of Mafia 1. If anyone has played it they would understand what to expect in Mafia 2 and respect that. Its all about a great Story Line. Although I don't think this story was as great as mafia 1, its still very well written. I would have to agree with "I_Like_Games" in regards to the save option or free roam mode. Other things I would have liked to see in a "MAFIA"First off, I'm a huge fan of Mafia 1. If anyone has played it they would understand what to expect in Mafia 2 and respect that. Its all about a great Story Line. Although I don't think this story was as great as mafia 1, its still very well written. I would have to agree with "I_Like_Games" in regards to the save option or free roam mode. Other things I would have liked to see in a "MAFIA" game, are some melee weapons (Bats, brass knuckles) and some car bombs. Its a great game and I recommend it to anyone who wants to play a solid game with a great story, Not the trigger happy people who don't care much about a story.… Expand
  17. charty71
    Aug 26, 2010
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i had a lot of fun playing it last night, it is just amazing looking, one of the best out there. not so much to do in the city, but i never expected this to be gta.… Expand
  18. Mario
    Aug 31, 2010
    10
    Mafia II is a fun game, but there are others with similar gameplay that are much better. Fans of the mafia theme shouldnâ
  19. BTUpr0ductii0nz
    Aug 31, 2010
    8
    Let me start by saying I really liked this game. The graphics are pretty great, the cars and the characters faces and bodies are very well detailed. I really like the driving in this game. I'm one of the few people that like GTA mainly because of the driving. I can't stand drifting and the lack of control in GTA. Mafia II is being compared to GTA which I think is a shame. I don'tLet me start by saying I really liked this game. The graphics are pretty great, the cars and the characters faces and bodies are very well detailed. I really like the driving in this game. I'm one of the few people that like GTA mainly because of the driving. I can't stand drifting and the lack of control in GTA. Mafia II is being compared to GTA which I think is a shame. I don't understand why everyone seems to compare all open world games involving crime to GTA. I like Mafia II much better than GTA. The thing that keeps me from giving it a perfect 10 is the poorly placed checkpoints, "weird AI" (by weird I mean sometimes they're amazing and you die and the next time you play the same part you just kill everyone right away), and the ridiculous collectibles. The checkpoints don't really annoy you until you get to the last couple chapters but they're still irritating. What I really hated about this game is that it took me twice the time to collect the collectibles than it did to complete the game on hard difficulty. You have to collect 159 wanted posters and 50 playboys however some playboys are in such ridiculous spots that no one would ever ever look there. They're not just in corners, some are on the other side of town from your objective and you can only get them at a certain point in the game. The wanted posters took forever because you need to collect all 159 and they're hidden in the most ludacris areas on the map. Luckily there are a couple great guides out there but nonetheless, annoying. It feels kind of like the developers realized their game could get beaten in 10 hours and just added in a ton of collectibles to extend the life of the game. All that being said I throughly enjoyed playing the bulk of the game and just touring around the city. My enjoyment stopped when I tried to complete the game 100% and had to get those collectibles. I think the fact that you can't play with your friends or others (in other words no multiplayer) hinders the full experience further but I was never really a fan of the free roam system that is used in GTA which would have probably been the direction a multiplayer would have gone had it been included in Mafia II. My verdict, buy it. Get the regular edition (definetly not the collectors edition like I got, big mistake). Or possibly rent it if you just plan to play the crap out of it and beat it in a couple days. I'm not really a big trophy hunter or a hardcore gamer (I mainly stick to online shooters) but I managed to get the platinum in 25 hours. All in all, it's a great game with some features lacking and some annoying in game problems. None of the negatives take away from the positives. IMO, it's a must play just maybe not a must buy. Btw, this was my first review. Feel free to leave comments and please rate helpful or not… Expand
  20. Jknman
    Aug 27, 2010
    9
    Kudos to the dev team, this is a fantastic game. You can tell they spent alot of time doing their research. From the WWII radio news to the streets, they worked hard to capture this moment in American history. From the dialog to the minor details, you can see the hard work these guys put in. In my platyhrough you can see the attention to detail for the time period. This is not GTA, norKudos to the dev team, this is a fantastic game. You can tell they spent alot of time doing their research. From the WWII radio news to the streets, they worked hard to capture this moment in American history. From the dialog to the minor details, you can see the hard work these guys put in. In my platyhrough you can see the attention to detail for the time period. This is not GTA, nor shall it be judged on it. This is a mafia crime simulator like no other, you will truly appreciate the final product. Thumbs up, this an experience to be remembered.… Expand
  21. Mako5
    Feb 26, 2012
    8
    This game is fantastic! I absolutely loved it!! The graphics were a bit ugly in my opinion, and it took awhile to get a fully understanding on how the game works and functions, but this game was gripping. I loved the open-world environment. The story is very good, and this game is totally worth playing!!
  22. merc4hire
    May 27, 2012
    9
    This game is amazing, it brings you an open world of the 50's.
    Sure it doesn't have all the great features of an open world game like GTA, but there is still free roaming, amazing graphics and physics and a great world in which you can live the 50's, listen to the radio which talks about various issues throughout the 50's and even WW2 at the beginning of the game, you can go to bars, eat,    This game is amazing, it brings you an open world of the 50's.
    Sure it doesn't have all the great features of an open world game like GTA, but there is still free roaming, amazing graphics and physics and a great world in which you can live the 50's, listen to the radio which talks about various issues throughout the 50's and even WW2 at the beginning of the game, you can go to bars, eat, get many cars, customize them etc. The only thing that made it get a 9/10 from me is the lack of weapons. There are only a few you can use. But in general this game deserves all the money I spent on it.    … Expand
  23. unal190507
    Sep 9, 2010
    8
    its a beatiful game . its very important.very good very very very very good its gta 4 very very very very very very very very very very good very important
  24. DryvBy
    Sep 13, 2010
    8
    Mafia II is definitely a title youâ
  25. JFRIKINC
    Sep 20, 2010
    8
    Mafia 2 is a high production piece of work. Granted if you were looking for a GTA open world game, this is not it, but it is one of the best story driven, authentic mafia style games ever made. As I have read from many others this game is full of â
  26. Akiba_22
    Sep 28, 2010
    8
    A friend was gonna buy this game and he turned me on to buying is to i did. I'm reviewing this game after completing it on hard on my first playthrough as well as replaying certain parts. Got 850 gamerscore played it 10 hours plus. First off, i really enjoyed this game but as i'm sure you know its not a gta sandbox style game but its still worth a purchase. Think of it as mission basedA friend was gonna buy this game and he turned me on to buying is to i did. I'm reviewing this game after completing it on hard on my first playthrough as well as replaying certain parts. Got 850 gamerscore played it 10 hours plus. First off, i really enjoyed this game but as i'm sure you know its not a gta sandbox style game but its still worth a purchase. Think of it as mission based with the option to explore rather than gta 4 when its an open world when you choose to do missions. You play Vito Scaletta who came to america from sicilly in his youth to live in empire bay (NEW YORK) . After growing up with an alchoholic father in a **** house and making only one friend, Joe Barbaro the two pull a heist, vito gets caught, and is given a choice go to Italy to fight in world war II or jail. Fighting in italy serves as a tutorial for pretty much everything except driving and hand to hand fighting and is a good introduction. After coming back in 1945, joe makes a few calls to get you out of the army and the game really begins. The storyline to this game is main draw. Its a typical mobster gta storyline your a small-time crook trying to make your way to the big time (yes its already a cliche) but this game buts a few spins on it and you really won't expect them. The voice over work is fantastic they sound pissed off, upset, happy, drunk and every emotion thats shown in the game. The characters are all really interesting and have lots of personality mainly vito and joe. Vito and Joe work really well as Joe is pretty much with you all the time but hes a complete contrast to vito and some of the conversations in this game were pretty damn funny (Anyone heard Joes chat-up lines?) Even minor characters are interesting and have had as much work as the main characters. The game takes roughly about 10 hours to complete. Its really a linear game but the city is the level in which you do your missions. Another part i really like about this games presentation were the graphics peoples faces on this game were really good, some parts weren't as good like the detail on some of the clothes but buildings, cars and the backdrops were impressive.The music was also very well done it was music from back in the 40s and 50s, its blues, big band, and rock n roll. Best song on the game smokestack lightnin-howlin wolf. Gameplay The gameplay in this is your usual blend of gta style action but with some notable features. Theres a few stealth sequences ( and i do mean a few i think theres only 2 actually) where its basic but i have soft spot for stealth games so it was gonna be good if not simple and easy. The shooting is good and the variety of weapons is good with old fashioned guns and weapons which are split into 4 catagories with 3 weapons in each and it controls well with it being a pretty realistic as bullets won't hit straight on the mark but slightly hover around the center crosshairs. The cover systems no gears of war but it gets the job done(what a short summary of the cover system). Theres hand to hand fighting sequences which on hard were pretty challenging and i found myself really having to concentrate so i didn't die. Though its still pretty basic, its a heavy, weak, block and counter type of fighting but i wasn't expecting it to be virtua fighter. I will say though some of the executions were pretty brutal especially the kick to the nuts.I cried at that part. The driving is also well done its also the first game i've played where the cops actually try to stop you for going 100 MPH. The ai on this game was good on games like gta enemies will reload while in the open but on this game enemies stay tucked in cover waiting for you to stop firing so they can shoot back, pretty realistic. The police on this game are also set up well. Driving a car with a specific license plate, wearing certain clothes, and FINALLY holding a gun in public will make the police try and arrest you ( a bit of realism, you shouldn't walk the streets with an RPG IN YOUR **** HANDS). I found the allies AI was pretty good they'll kill people but not play the game for you though its not as good as bad company 2 (the allies on that game are perfect). Flaws in this game really is it doesn't really invent anything or do anything stellar in the gameplay department and though the storyline is extremely well told and cinematic, kept me pretty much gripped through the whole thing, it was just mission after mission if i had known this before i bought it wouldn't be a problem but i went in expecting this game to be 20+ hours,,,,, maybe thats my fault though. (forgot to mention the playboys, best collectables in a game ever)… Expand
  27. Hasnanhc
    Oct 15, 2010
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The graphics are excellent In Grand Theft Auto games, you are given many activities to do - but none of them are very good the story and game play were both good but felt it was a bit short finished the game in 2 days they should of made it a bit .There are alot of negative reviews about the game if you didnâ… Expand
  28. Stealthgear
    Oct 19, 2010
    8
    What can I say, this is a GTA in the 1950s. Its awesome. You collect nude playboy photos and abuse the cops. It genuinely feels like you've been transported to the past. The level of swearing is not harsh, but comical. This is a rad shootem up and hit n run. A.I. is competent. The only downside is that you can't fight hand to hand with women characters. You can only shoot and kill them.What can I say, this is a GTA in the 1950s. Its awesome. You collect nude playboy photos and abuse the cops. It genuinely feels like you've been transported to the past. The level of swearing is not harsh, but comical. This is a rad shootem up and hit n run. A.I. is competent. The only downside is that you can't fight hand to hand with women characters. You can only shoot and kill them. This is sexist. I was really disappointed that in a game where your a raging gunmen, you can do everything but hurt women. This was a political decision on account of the game company to prevent negative attention from sexist "feminists." and moms who buy their kids anything, but get mad when they see violence toward women. What I think should be correct is that the mafia should hurt both genders equally, especially in a game that is basically a nasty sandbox. Mafia delivers the feeling that your a real outlaw and can do whatever you want. I liked it except a few political caveats and disappointment with the game company. If you can't abuse women and men in the next Mafia 3, then I'm not buying. For now, this is an awesome gangster game.… Expand
  29. SoldiSnake91
    Nov 19, 2010
    9
    This is a great game, but if you expect a perfect game you maybe are going to get a little disapointed.
    The biggest problem with this game was the hype behind it, we all expected a more realistic gangster version of GTA but this is not the case. The World is beatiful,detailed and has a great atmosphere but there is almost no side missions after your done with the campaign. But the great    This is a great game, but if you expect a perfect game you maybe are going to get a little disapointed.
    The biggest problem with this game was the hype behind it, we all expected a more realistic gangster version of GTA but this is not the case. The World is beatiful,detailed and has a great atmosphere but there is almost no side missions after your done with the campaign. But the great things are this : a fantastic story that is exiting well told and is so good you dont want to stop playing. The gameplay is also good, a traditional third person hide behind cover and then pop out and shoot. The driving i find great but its a love or hate thing. You have a world thats fun to explore, great to look at but there is really not that much to do. The story will take about 10 hours but there is collectables to find. I'm not going to talk much about the story but if you like gangster movies like The Godfather,Goodfellas you will really enjoy it.    … Expand
  30. Inuit_Dude
    Sep 11, 2011
    8
    i absolutly loved this game the only reason it does not get a 10 from me is because it doesnt have much replay value and once you beat the story there isnt much you can do. saying that though the story in itself is amazing the voice acting is great i was compleatly hooked to this game and could not stop playing it because i wanted to see what happened next and i wanted to get to the nexti absolutly loved this game the only reason it does not get a 10 from me is because it doesnt have much replay value and once you beat the story there isnt much you can do. saying that though the story in itself is amazing the voice acting is great i was compleatly hooked to this game and could not stop playing it because i wanted to see what happened next and i wanted to get to the next mission. one thing you must realize is that this game is not like gta at all except that it has guns and cars but the similarities stop there you cant go into this game expecting gta or you wont like it this game is at least worth a rental if you only plan on playing through it once but if you like it and plan on playing through again defenatly buy it and you wont be dissapointed… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#91 Best PS3 Game of 2010
16
#16 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2010
23
#23 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2010

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 61 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 40 out of 61
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 61
  3. Negative: 2 out of 61
  1. GameSpot
    85
    Mafia II's exciting action and uncompromising mob story make for an impressive and violent adventure.
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  2. PlayStation Universe
    85
    Mafia II is an epic adventure with a story that rivals some of the best mobster movies. Players are brought in to Vito Scaletta's rise in the family ranks through an engaging narrative, intense action sequences, and a well-crafted vintage city setting.
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  3. Giant Bomb
    60
    I'm a sucker for a good mob story, but Mafia II's is merely decent.
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