Made Man

About

Made Man is a third-person action game that follows Joey Verola’s violent climb through New York’s criminal underworld. You play as a former soldier pulled into organized crime after a critical act of loyalty in Vietnam. The story unfolds through flashbacks during a tense drive to meet a mob boss, with each mission reflecting a key moment in Joey’s career. Combat mixes gunfights and stealth as you navigate shifting alliances and escalating threats. The narrative spans decades, blending personal ambition with the brutal realities of Mafia life. The game leans into its crime drama roots with a script by author David Fisher and input from ex-mafioso Salvatore Bonanno, adding layers of authenticity. While its 2006 release coincided with a crowded action genre, the structured progression through Joey’s rise offers a focused, if grim, perspective on gangster mythology. Available on PS2 and PC, it remains a niche title for those interested in Mafia lore and linear, story-driven shooters.

Storyline

Joey is forced into the world of crime when he saves a don's right-hand man in Vietnam. The game's missions are a series of flashbacks: as Joey is being driven to the don's place to be made he reveals to his nephew how he rose through the ranks.