Mafia: Definitive Edition
Mafia Remake, Mafia 1 Remake
Release Date: September 25, 2020
Action, TPP, cars, gangster, sandbox, TPS, remasters/remakes, shooters, action adventure, interwar period, Game Pass, singleplayer
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Steam
A remake of the cult game of the 2K Czech studio created by the original developers under the label of the Hangar 13 studio. In Mafia: Definitive Edition as Tommy Angelo we progress in the criminal underworld of the fictional city of Lost Heaven.
Last Update: September 15, 2020
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September 24, 2020
Mafia: Definitive Edition Review – Proper Remake You Can't Miss
The final edition of Mafia caused much excitement among the fans – after all, the studio known for problematic Mafia 3 tackles a legend. The final result is more than pleasing, although not without a few blemishes – still, Hangar 13 shows how it's done.
Gamepressure Review
Mafia: Definitive Edition
The final edition of Mafia caused much excitement among the fans – after all, the studio known for problematic Mafia 3 tackles a legend. The final result is more than pleasing, although not without a few blemishes – still, Hangar 13 shows how it's done.
The main pros of the game
- Compelling Story: Many users praised the engaging narrative that follows Tommy Angelo's journey in the mob world, highlighting its emotional depth and strong writing.
- Stunning Visuals: The graphics received high marks for their detail and authenticity, effectively capturing the 1930s atmosphere of Lost Heaven.
- Voice Acting: The voice performances were well-received, contributing to the immersive experience of the game.
- Gameplay Mechanics: The driving and gunplay were generally regarded as enjoyable, with modernized controls that still felt true to the original game’s spirit.
- Collectibles: Collectibles were noted as being easy to find and not frustrating, enhancing the exploration aspect without becoming tedious.
The main cons of the game
- Short Length: The game is relatively short, with many players finishing it in around 10-12 hours, leading to feelings of it being too brief.
- Frustrating Missions: The racing mission was frequently mentioned as particularly difficult and annoying, especially on the classic difficulty setting.
- Technical Issues: Some players experienced bugs, including audio glitches and issues with the game's launcher, although many felt these were minor and did not significantly hinder the experience.
- Limited Open World: The game is described as linear with few side quests, which may disappoint players looking for a more open-world experience like that of GTA.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- More Depth in Relationships: Some players expressed a desire for more interaction and development in Tommy's relationship with his wife, Sarah.
- Side Missions and Open World Activities: There was a consensus that the game could benefit from more side missions or activities to engage with after completing the main story.
- Healing Mechanic: A few users wished for a more robust healing system, suggesting that carrying health items would have been preferable to finding health boxes scattered throughout the game.
- Replayability: Players noted the lack of replay value, suggesting that once the story is completed, there isn't much incentive to return to the game aside from collecting items.
Summary
- Overall, Mafia: Definitive Edition is recognized as a successful remake that captures the essence of the original while providing a fresh experience for both newcomers and returning fans, despite some criticisms regarding its length and certain gameplay elements.
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GAMERS Score
Average score from 1778 votes. 525 players anticipated the game.
Mafia: Definitive Edition Description
Mafia: Definitive Edition is a remake of the cult action adventure game by Illusion Softworks from 2002. The Hangar 13 team is responsible for the game. The game was published as a separate production and part of the Mafia: Trilogy set, which also includes remastered editions of the next two instalments of the series.
Plot
The basic plot assumptions remained unchanged in relation to the original. The action of the game takes place in the fictional American city of Lost Heaven in the last years of the interwar period (1930-1938). The main hero is Thomas Angelo, a young taxi driver looking to earn money even in the most suspicious districts. When his last course results in a confrontation with an influential family of mobsters, Thomas miraculously manages to reach a restaurant belonging to the competitive mafia with his clients. This is how the story of the protagonist's relationship with the Salieri family begins, which many years later will lead Thomas to police questioning as a crown witness. His memories are revealed in the form of flashbacks during the conversation with the detective.
Although the authors did not change the basic assumptions of the script, there were some modifications. The developers expanded the plot background of the characters and added cutscenes and dialogues absent from the original.
Gameplay
As with the story, so with the gameplay Mafia: Definitive Edition essentially remains true to the original game. So we have a vast city as if in a sandbox games like the Grand Theft Auto series, and the world is seen from the third person perspective. Here we have everything that we could expect: collecting a "protection" fees, trading stolen goods and skirmishes with rival gangs. In the meantime we get to know the story of Thomas Angelo, presented in the form of non-interactive scenes.
There is a high difficulty level combined with the need to respect road traffic regulations. Not stopping at lights or speeding may provoke the police to give us a mandate. More serious offences such as walking around with guns or acts of violence will result in more interest on the part of law enforcement officers, which may result in arrest or even shooting.
Novelties in the Mafia: Definitive Edition comes down to improving the gameplay in comparison to the original. However, the developers have also introduced a handful of additional sequences to add variety to the fun. However, we will not find any side activities during the main campaign. Several additional tasks are available in the separately selectable Free Ride Mode.
Remake
Unlike the remasters of the second and third part, Mafia: Definitive Edition was created from scratch on the Illusion Engine. Remake modernizes the locations and characters models, but does not change the overall design of the game. The same applies to the soundtrack - the authors have recorded again some of the compositions known from the original with the support of a professional orchestra.
Extras
When you buy a game you get a unique outfit and a car in the other games from the Mafia: Trilogy package.
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Mafia Series
A series of third-person action games telling the story of the world of organized crime. The brand was created by the Czech Illusion Softworks, later renamed 2K Czech (now the studio is part of Hangar 13).
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Mafia: Definitive Edition Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows
PlayStation 4
Xbox One
Mafia: Definitive Edition System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core i5-2550K 3.4 GHz / AMD FX-8120 3.1 GHz, 6 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 660 / Radeon HD 7870 or better, 50 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended: Intel Core i7-3770 3.4 GHz / AMD FX-8350 4.0 GHz, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 8 GB GeForce GTX 1080 / Radeon RX 5700 or better, 50 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit
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