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About Mafia III
Hangar 13 released Mafia III on October 7, 2016 under the banner of 2K Games. You can find this title on PlayStation 4, PC, Xbox One, and Mac. It blends shooter mechanics with racing elements in a single-player adventure set in 1968 New Bordeaux. The story follows Lincoln Clay, a Vietnam vet who returns home to a changed world where old rules no longer apply. He learns that family is defined by who you die for rather than blood ties. The game tasks you with rebuilding a criminal empire while fighting against the local mafia. You drive classic cars and engage in firefights across an open city environment.
Gameplay
Sessions start with driving through the streets of New Bordeaux to reach mission markers or territory points. You spend most of your time behind the wheel of muscle cars before stepping out for cover-based shooting. Combat relies on using environments like cars and walls for protection while taking down enemies in squad formations. The system lets you order allies to specific targets or hold positions during gunfights. You also manage a garage where you customize vehicles and upgrade weapons between missions. Racing segments appear when you need to transport people or escape quickly through traffic. Controls feel responsive but the game demands constant awareness of your surroundings and the behavior of your crew members.
What Players Think
Players on PlayPile have given Mafia III an average score of 67.4 out of 100 based on 479 ratings. The community moods show a split opinion with intense, chaotic, and cooperative vibes each receiving three votes while atmospheric gets one vote. Average playtime hovers around 25 hours for main story completion. Review snippets often mention the driving physics as a highlight but criticize the mission structure. Some users note that the open world feels empty compared to other titles from the era. The game lacks a high completion rate among those who start it, suggesting people lose interest before finishing all side content. Critics generally agree the story has merit despite technical flaws.
PlayPile's Take
This title is for players who enjoy 1960s crime dramas and don't mind repetitive mission structures. You will spend a lot of time driving between objectives rather than engaging in varied activities. The price on most platforms is around $20 which makes it a decent budget option. There are no significant achievements to chase since the game offers little post-game content. You might find yourself frustrated by the lack of meaningful interaction with the city beyond combat zones. If you want a deep narrative without caring about gameplay variety, this fits that need. Skip it if you expect a polished modern open-world experience with high replay value.
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Single player
IGDB Rating
67.4
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