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. Jmeyers1983
    Oct 2, 2010
    2
    My high level of excitement when I purchased this game was completely misguided. I knew not to expect a game of the scope of a GTA, but I did expect the game to last more than a few sittings. The lack of any realistic side missions was incomprehensible in today's gaming market with the bar being set high by many superior titles. The missions were one Mob cliche after another and becameMy high level of excitement when I purchased this game was completely misguided. I knew not to expect a game of the scope of a GTA, but I did expect the game to last more than a few sittings. The lack of any realistic side missions was incomprehensible in today's gaming market with the bar being set high by many superior titles. The missions were one Mob cliche after another and became very boring. Just about every mission consisted of: get a phone call, meet somewhere to talk to someone, drive somewhere to kill someone, something goes wrong, get out of there. The areas for customizing your character were minimal to the point that they were useless. This title was the definition of a cookie-cutter mob action game. Absolute waste of $60.… Expand
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. 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
  16. 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
  17. Captiosus
    Aug 26, 2010
    7
    I'm 8 hours in and I think a 7 overall score is right on the mark.

    It's a really fun game, but it's terribly linear and has, so far, provided several instances of very boring moments. Graphically, it feels dated on both console versions. To see if there was any validity in the "looks better on 360" comments, I opted to play the demo through Xbox Live but I didn't really see much of a    I'm 8 hours in and I think a 7 overall score is right on the mark.

    It's a really fun game, but it's terribly linear and has, so far, provided several instances of very boring moments. Graphically, it feels dated on both console versions. To see if there was any validity in the "looks better on 360" comments, I opted to play the demo through Xbox Live but I didn't really see much of a difference; The game is just graphically bland on both consoles.

    The story, so far, has been solid, as has the character development and immersion factor, but some of the voice acting has just been terrible. The car physics are as horrible as they are in GTA4 and make doing drive-by related functions an absolute pain. The pseudo-open world is a real let down, especially after games like Red Dead Redemption which prove open world games can be done very well, allowing freedom, exploration, side-quest character building along side a solid story arc.

    All in all, this game is a solid rental, but I don't see the value in purchasing it. The only reason to go back and play it again, really, is to find any of the Playboy centerfolds and pinup art you may have missed the first time.    … Expand
  18. 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
  19. masteratt
    Sep 2, 2010
    7
    If you are looking for a story driven game (story is good but not super amazing), that is strictly mission based (missions are mostly good), then this game is for you. It is nothing more, nothing less.
  20. 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
  21. 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
  22. 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
  23. Weilard
    Oct 1, 2013
    7
    Mafia II for me in few cases unrealized potential. In comparison with a first part of game your feelings of immersion start working on full power after second half of game. Real empathy for game characters born after long time of play. And in my opinion this is a main mistake of developers. In first part of game this fears, pain and hate begin to torture you from the first seconds ofMafia II for me in few cases unrealized potential. In comparison with a first part of game your feelings of immersion start working on full power after second half of game. Real empathy for game characters born after long time of play. And in my opinion this is a main mistake of developers. In first part of game this fears, pain and hate begin to torture you from the first seconds of play. Here you long deed post-quests and don't feel your hero.
    Second dissapointments large world. Understand me right large world is a great place, but only if you can do something in this world. World of Mafia II too empty. Many streets, houses, and locations just waiting for filling by life. But this isn't happen. Too large world and too small count of interesting quests. You understand this when you get come to crazy weapon trader or for master of lockpicking. You can see incredible detalization of world and locations, think that behind all of this stand the huge world... and you are wrong.

    But in any case, this is a very catchy and charming game. Retro-style, incredible cars, old city, full of emotions. Colorite people, gangsters and pieces of old music. Game fully impregnated by atmosphere of gangsters movies. I sure you are remember this game for the fast, hard and bloody firefights, chases and romantic feelings of old wild times. Maybe after you understand that you want feel more than you have. Explore game world more than you explore. Maybe then you understand what I mean.

    Good and strong game. Mandatory to purchase and play.    … Expand
  24. Jblack0928
    Aug 27, 2010
    2
    WARNING,THIS IS NOT A GOOD GAME!!! My main problem with this game, and it's a big one, is why do I the player have to do all of the mundain useless tasks such as clean toilets, shower, clean windows,get dressed from mission to mission, follow people at snail paces, race home to go to bed, etc. People will argue that it makes a more real experience but why do they montage all of the coolWARNING,THIS IS NOT A GOOD GAME!!! My main problem with this game, and it's a big one, is why do I the player have to do all of the mundain useless tasks such as clean toilets, shower, clean windows,get dressed from mission to mission, follow people at snail paces, race home to go to bed, etc. People will argue that it makes a more real experience but why do they montage all of the cool gangster stuff in the middle of the game? All of the pistol whips, killing, stealing, so on and so on, are all just pieced together in a short video in the middle and then your back to loading crates on a truck, or carying a box of guns to a car. WHY? I can appreciate the real factor but on the other hand I can kill 100 police officers and then just change my clothes and my wanted meter goes away. Completely unrealistic. The story is a very run of the mil ho hum mafia story but I would much rather watch the Godfather, Road to Perdition, or hell even Mafia the spoof than play this crap. The best aspect of the game is the playboy centerfolds and the timer of how long you look at them. That is hilarious but everything else is very easily missed. I was excited about this game but I would not recomend even a rental.… Expand
  25. coffiblack73
    Aug 29, 2010
    3
    This is the buggiest, glitchiest game I have played in YEARS! It's just not finished. I enjoyed the game, it's good but it's so ridden with issues that the whole game is ruined in my eyes. The biggest, most annoying thing is the playboy/wanted posters being picked up then not being in the collectibles so I cant get the platinum for it AFTER 40+ HOURS of gameplay. I would list all the bugsThis is the buggiest, glitchiest game I have played in YEARS! It's just not finished. I enjoyed the game, it's good but it's so ridden with issues that the whole game is ruined in my eyes. The biggest, most annoying thing is the playboy/wanted posters being picked up then not being in the collectibles so I cant get the platinum for it AFTER 40+ HOURS of gameplay. I would list all the bugs but just go to the 2K tech forum and you will see just how broken & unfinished this game is.

    Then there's the sup par joke of a PS3 version we were given. No grass. No blood. Frame rate of forming rock. Screen tearing. Clothes that don't move. etc, etc, etc.... 7 out of 10 if it were finished. 3 out of 10 because 2K are useing us as testers    … Expand
  26. ScorpionWins
    Aug 27, 2010
    3
    A good cinematic experience, a bad video-game. The story is sweet, but short (Took me 11 hours on hard, didn't rush). Unfortunately the atmosphere and short story is all Mafia II has going for it. With no replay value and longevity, it's just not worth a buy. You can enjoy everything this game has to offer within the span of a rental. But worth the $60? Not a chance.
  27. RoOka18
    Sep 17, 2010
    4
    Mafia was a revolutionary, beautiful and epic adventure in Lost Heaven, and is clearly one of the best games ever made for any platform. It had everything that makes a game something, that's more than a GAME. I've played through the main storyline so many times, that even today I know every mission in the game. When Mafia II was announced I thought that 'Yes, we will have a game, that'sMafia was a revolutionary, beautiful and epic adventure in Lost Heaven, and is clearly one of the best games ever made for any platform. It had everything that makes a game something, that's more than a GAME. I've played through the main storyline so many times, that even today I know every mission in the game. When Mafia II was announced I thought that 'Yes, we will have a game, that's better than GTA IV, a true mob story on the PC, Xbox 360 and Playstation 3'. I've completed Mafia II, and the only thing I can say: 'I don't want to ever see this game again'.

    The game has no (alright I don't want to spoiler: only a very small) connection to the first game in terms of story. You are Vito Scaletta, a small time gangster, who has to fight in WWII. The first Chapter of the game is TOTALLY pointless, I don't know why is it even playable, when you will see parts of the game that you want to play, and they're just videos. It's the proof of **** and lazy game design, that's true for the whole game.
    The game's artificial intelligence is also a dumb **** The cops are stupid like hell. If you go above 40 mph, and you slow down just before them they won't care, you run on red lights they don't care. Even if you steal a car, they won't care in a specific situation: if they see you that you break the glass of the car, sit in and start messing with the startup they will just go away. So to steal a car without being arrested, just simply wait for the cop to come by you, then press Q, and they will go away without ****ing with you. But if they see, that you start the engine (!!) they will want to arrest you. Alright I have one question: is this reality? They wanted to make the game so real, they even programmed, that your gas can run out from the car, and they made this enormous bug with the artificial intelligence?? If in real life you try to steal a car, and you smash it's ****ing window the cops will simply say 'Alright, he hasn't start the engine yet, just go on'. Shame.
    Your companions artificial intelligence is also a pile of dog **** In the end of the game they won't even open the door for themselves, they will just walk into the door, and walk in place until you open the door for them. I don't even mention that they know 'We're invincible, just go and shoot. Oh **** it's about 645 bullets in my head, who cares, we can't die'.

    So in other words the AI is broken. So as the story and nearly the whole game. The story is uninspired, and very bad. First of all it's short, and lacks any good moments, except for Chapter 14. It full of clichés, for example you sell cigarettes, and beat up your sister's off-****ing husband. Even the cutscenes and dialogues are mediocre because of the lame animation. And the game is easy like hell, because of the bad AI. I played it on hard, and on first (and surely last) playthrough it took me about 10 hours to get through the game, without dying more than 10 times. Shame.

    The good points in this game are only the graphics, the cars and shooting despite of easy is fun. The graphics look absolutely fantastic, and it's optimized very well. I played it on my Acer 7745G (Core i7 720QM, 4 GB DDR3 RAM, ATi Mobility Radeon 5850), and I was able to play it smoothly with everything turned to maximum, only APEX PhysX turned OFF. But even if I turn it to HIGH it's quite playable. So it looks great and optimized very well. Driving the cars is also great and you can switch whether you want to play it on normal or simulation, which makes driving a lot harder. The shooting is... just shooting from covers, with guns. But that's always fun.

    To sum up my review, Mafia II is a bad and disappointing game. It's playable, and maybe deserves one playthrough because it's Mafia, but be prepared that it's buggy and the biggest disappointment I've ever played. Mafia deserves a sequel, that's worthy of it's name. And this is not. This is an offer, you can and maybe you want to refuse.    … Expand
  28. fullgrip
    Aug 28, 2010
    2
    Okay... the music is good, the graphics is good as well as the story! Characters are both cool and very believable, there none of that improbable MOB gratuitous violence as in most movies* their richness really stud up from the crowd in this title. Except... well... this is not a god damned movie!!! It costs 6x more than that!!! Why? Because it is on sale as a game! Then where is theOkay... the music is good, the graphics is good as well as the story! Characters are both cool and very believable, there none of that improbable MOB gratuitous violence as in most movies* their richness really stud up from the crowd in this title. Except... well... this is not a god damned movie!!! It costs 6x more than that!!! Why? Because it is on sale as a game! Then where is the game part? It's a 29.95 dollar game at the most. Way way inferior to GTA4. It's a rip off! Anyone is better set with 5 good MOB movies than this stuffed in a game story. And by the way what is it with that heart beat suffering and blur all the freaking time!!! On a Quad+5870 pc? I can assure anyone that 8 hours of Bad Company 2 or GTA4 won't give me a headaches as this crap did.… Expand
  29. rjakjr
    Sep 1, 2010
    1
    Has to be the BIGGEST letdown game of the year. Overrated, disappointing, whatever you want to call it in that category of words... it surpassed the definition. When you wait EIGHT YEARS for a sequel to a game, you'd think it was nothing short of perfection. Mafia II did 2 things: polished the graphics due to next-gen console release AND copied gameplay from GTA IV. I know it didn't copyHas to be the BIGGEST letdown game of the year. Overrated, disappointing, whatever you want to call it in that category of words... it surpassed the definition. When you wait EIGHT YEARS for a sequel to a game, you'd think it was nothing short of perfection. Mafia II did 2 things: polished the graphics due to next-gen console release AND copied gameplay from GTA IV. I know it didn't copy side missions... THERE ARE NONE. LA Noir where are you???… Expand
  30. 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
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#91 Best PS3 Game of 2010
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#16 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2010
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#23 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2010

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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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