Mafia: Definitive Edition

The Mafia games upon their original release were thought to be the contenders to the throne for the open world, crime-based action game. What at first was thought to be an imitator of sorts, grew to become its own franchise, with recognizable characters, fun gameplay, and stories that would be enjoyed by fans for years to come. Now, nearly 20 years later, those games are being revisited and given a fresh coat of paint in the form of Mafia: Definitive Edition. This remaster is a vastly improved version of the original game, and makes an almost 2-decade old game feel brand new. If you're ready to drive fast cars, do some crimes, without doing any time, here is everything you need to know about Mafia: Definitive Edition.

The Complete Mafia Experience

Mafia: Definitive Edition is the complete version of the classic game, with many improvements that older fans will enjoy. Explore an expanded version of Lost Heaven, Illinois either in “free ride” mode, which allows you to explore the map without being interrupted by missions, or by simply driving around in between story missions, so you can discover hidden side quests and collectibles to add to your collection.

In free ride as well as the regular game, you can appreciate a brand new vehicle type for the Mafia series: the motorcycle. As far as the story goes, you play as Tommy Angelo, a former Lost Heaven cab driver, current gangster working under the Salieri Family of crime bosses. Enjoy enhanced mission dynamics brought over from the newer Mafia games, which increase the fluidity and fun of the narrative missions. Quality of life improvements are also included to modernize a title that would be almost old enough to drink were it human.

Reinvigorated Visuals

This is a no-holds-barred, complete remake of the original game, featuring completely new assets for the many characters featured throughout, every vehicle you will encounter, and even the environments you will explore as Tommy Angelo. Thanks to a more potent engine and the power of modern consoles, you can enjoy Mafia: Definitive Edition at crispy 4K resolution, with the bright, lifelike colors afforded by being HDR-ready.

Pros

• The entire story is intact, just as great as you remember
• Improved shooting mechanics make the game more fun
• Motorcycles are a great addition to the game
• Remade graphics and improved lighting make the game look at home on next-gen consoles

Cons

• The Mafia games are never as good as their Grand Theft Auto competitors
• Some cars are still sluggish or not fun to drive
• Some of the characters could be borderline offensive by today’s standards