12 out of 14(86%)reviewers recommend this product.
Product Reviews
Overall rating
5/ 5
Gameplay
5/ 5
Graphics
5/ 5
Sound
5/ 5
skywalker17
Superb! Magnificent!
PostedAugust 16, 2010
ok let me start out by saying that you cant go wrong with this game! The challenge is excellent, beatable, but it definatly puts your skills to the test. I like to compare this game to Spider-Man 2, because its also a free roam game with missions. And for being the old game the graphics are right up there with spider-man 2. It has everything, shooting, cars, running from cops ,racing, get-aways, and much more. There are even some missions where you have to be secretive and stealthy. There has to be something you can find in this game that you'll really love. I mean who doesnt like to drive a car with a top speed of 200mph. The storyline is also excellent. S lot of thought, time and research went into this game. It really has that 1930's feel to it. VERY REALISTIC. and the weapons are true to that time and era. weapons that gangster actually used back then. I rate this game an over-all TEN, and I strongly recommend it to Everyone. (mature that is) And once you've beeten it and grown tired of it, set it down and in a little while, you can pick it up again and enjoy it as much as u did when you first played it. The only thing wich is not the greeatest is the blood graphics, it looks more like a little red mist, that lasts only a second. Which could be good, if you dont like blood and gore, or you parents, are against those kinds of things. which may give you a better chance of getting this game. anyways I hope all this information helped. Enjoy :D
17 of 17 found this review helpful.
Overall rating
4/ 5
Gameplay
3/ 5
Graphics
5/ 5
Sound
4/ 5
gandalf0987
The 1930's crime drama for ps2
PostedJuly 12, 2010
This is a fantastic game, but I really like crime games. You should definitely check this game out if you like a game with a good story. This game reminds me much of ps2's 'The Getaway'. That was a good story crime game. This is one too, only this game is set in the 1930's America. I'm not finished with the game, so I can't comment on how long or short it is, but let me say the graphics are simply astounding. The control is kind of stiff, but really not that bad when you get used to it. The combat doesn't work well, when fighting bad guys with a baseball bat or a handgun, sometimes you aim right at the guys and shoot them, and they don't get hit. Very weird. The story is the best thing about this game, It could become a movie, it's that good. Check it out if you like crime drama adventure games.
5 of 5 found this review helpful.
Overall rating
5/ 5
Gameplay
4/ 5
Graphics
3/ 5
Sound
4/ 5
Harshm
Great game!
PostedApril 7, 2010
Let me first say that i highly recomend this game to all people who enjoy these kind of games. and even if you dont play crime games that much i STILL think that you should try this one out. When you load up the game for the first time you MIGHT say that it is a little too dark. that happend to me and all my friends but you can just adjust the settings on your TV. anyway, i feel that the storyline it very well done because you actually get in the main characters shoes so to speak. the time era of the game jumps to and from about the year 1930ish to the late 1930s. The sound and music is also well done, i always love the distinct sound of the Tommy gun and then switching to a shot gun. in Mafia there are a lot of different vehicles so you never get bored of driving. and speaking of driving i don't know about you but sometimes i will load up a car game and i will want to drive slowly and stop at stop lights well in this if you are speeding or you run a red light than you will get a ticket and to many tickets spells out GAME OVER for you because the cops will gladly arrest you. but to avoid speeding you can push the limit button and you wont drive over the speed limit. All in all a very well done game. good story,good sound and music, and good controls. ( By the way i feel i should say that just so you know if you are buying this game for a son or daughter or any kids than you should know this. it only says blood and violence but there is a lot of cussing no F words but still pretty bad, and there are some levels than are a little suggestive like in one level you have to go to a brothel and.... shenanigans ensue) I HIGHLY recommend this game to everyone who plays the category and even people who don't. thank you for taking the time to read my review and i hope you have a great time in the family. (mafia family that is :)
5 of 6 found this review helpful.
Overall rating
4/ 5
Gameplay
3/ 5
Graphics
3/ 5
Sound
3/ 5
RonCollins
Immersed in a World of Crime
PostedFebruary 17, 2010
Mafia is the type of game where you either love it, or you hate it. If you enjoyed the Godfather movies, you are just interested in the concept of the Mafia, or you enjoy the GTA series, this game is probably for you. If you are not interested in organized crime, or you hate GTA, look elsewhere. Mafia is not a challenging game. Despite one or two levels, it is relatively easy. The graphics for Mafia, considering it’s a port from the 2002 PC game, are not bad for its time. If you are expecting next gen graphics, you are going to be disappointed. The game is average length, but just right for the story. If the game were any longer would have lost its edge. Controls were a bit clunky but bearable. The sound was mediocre, not because of voice acting, but because of the music. The voice acting was great and conveyed the emotions needed for each character. The music for the game had three tracks: the main theme and 2 other tracks repeated throughout the game. The story was saved for last because it is the best part of the game. The original story really takes the player into the world of organized crime and shows just how unforgiving the life of a Mafioso can be. The bottom line is, if you like gangster movies, or just want a 40s twist on GTA, pick the game up you wont be disappointed.
