"Mafia 3" is one of 2016's most anticipated game releases. Produced by 2K Games via Hanger, it is expected to hit stores shelves on Oct. 7. The game is part of the Mafia series that has been a fan favorite for the last two decades.
What makes the new installment different from the other games in the series? Below is a breakdown of what gamers can expect before playing "Mafia 3."
'Mafia 3' New Character, Setting And Theme
Gamers will be assuming the character of Lincoln Clay in "Mafia 3," who returns to New Bordeaux after his stint from the Vietnam War. New Bordeaux is much like New Orleans in the 1960s.
Lincoln Clay learns that his family were victims of murders orchestrated by the Italian mob and they have been wreaking havoc in the city. The game has always been socio-political, but "Mafia 3" will explore racial prejudice as one of its theme.
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'Mafia 3' Gameplay And Features
As Lincoln Clay, players have the freedom to choose what the character has to do. Games Radar reports that there is no need to strictly follow missions and tasks in game as Lincoln Clay can grow his own mob based on the players' choices.
'Mafia 3' gameplay allow players to be creative in the way they attack targets. They can also freely choose to kill an enemy or try to win them over to their side to build their empire.
However, Segment Next notes that while open-play is a big and useful feature to "Mafia 3," Lincoln Clay will not be able to explore the regions right away. This can only happen once the character makes the proper connections and decisions that will matter to the progress of the game. Lincoln Clay will have some help from the game's other protagonist named Vito Scaletta.
'Mafia 3' Editions
"Mafia 3" will come in three different editions that are already up for pre-order at various retail game sites. It is meant for playing in the PC and both PS4 and Xbox One consoles.
- The Standard Edition offers three exclusive vehicles and weapons.
- The Deluxe Edition has the same exclusives, plus a season pass.
- The Collector's Edition has similar offers as the first two editions, plus replica dog tags, coasters, Vinyl recording of the soundtrack and an art book.
Check with your retail stores for the prices of each of these editions. Watch a 20-minute teaser to "Mafia 3" below.
