Mafia: Definitive Edition
Mafia is a 3rd person open-world action adventure video game, following the tale of Tommy Angelo, a cab driver thrust into the world of organized crime.
Overview -
Mafia: Definitive Edition is a remake of the original Mafia game that was released back in 2002. Mafia: Definitive Edition sets an example of how a remake should be.
Mafia follows the fun, thrilling and intense journey of Tommy Angelo that immerses players for hours on end, with its amazing open world, varying gameplay and combat.
Gameplay -
Mafia heavily relies on driving with driving mechanics very similar to that of many open world games out there. The driving sections of the game could’ve been a lot more fun if the handling wasn’t so frustrating at times, but it does what it’s supposed to.
The most exciting part about playing a game set in the early 1900′s is the collection of vintage cars such games have. Mafia has a huge collection of said cars and God are they beautiful! The game gets every detail of the cars right, from the body, to its acceleration, to its handling and more. This might not seem like that big a deal for most players, but it is for some who are into such cars (like me).
The game features a fun and engaging combat system that allows players to equip up to 2 long range weapons, a melee weapon, grenades and Molotov's. Even with all the different ways players can take out enemies, the most satisfying way to take them out, at least for me, was fist fighting them. Players can pick up and equip weapons from either defeated enemies or by visiting Vinny.
What makes the combat so much fun is the AI’s reactions to the player and the scripted events in place, providing a stellar combat experience.
Just when you think the game can’t any better, it manages to add more variation to the gameplay with its excellent pacing and by transitioning from one type of gameplay to the other. The game manages to transition from intense combat sequences, to the calmer sections of the game - exploration, to intense car chases, to fun and satisfying stealth experiences, without lingering on any one type of gameplay for too long. This helps keep the experience fresh and exciting for hours on end.
Mafia’s world is beautifully designed to fit the theme 2k was going for. The incredible world design, excellent cast of characters, breathtaking visuals and the stunning attention to detail all account for an incredible experience this game promises to deliver.
Verdict -
Mafia: Definitive Edition is not only an incredible remake of the original game, but is also a brilliant game that strives to provide a stellar experience throughout, making it deserving of all the acclaim and a must play for fans of the genre.
