After having player Mafia I remaster, this looks like a downgrade. The game introduces so new mechanics and open world features, but never lets you explore or gives you the chance to use these features, which is weird. Graphics look inferior to Mafia I remaster and you can feel they are old. Although gameplay is refined and handling is better, there is no significant upgrade from the previous game. So far the story seems ok, and even with some similarities. However, for what is worth, is a good game and although I wouldn't put in on "games you have to play" I have been entertained by the amazing voice acting and scenes.
The game is quite simple in its premise: You get asigned "cases", each case contains clues and written directions, some cases require a more deep inquiry, but in the end you solve the mystery, kill the baddies and collect the reward. But there is a bit more than it meets the eye. This game has a great atmosphere, good graphics and a very enthralling story, it will keep you engaged. Even when there are many "fetch quests", you get a bit of lore of the circumstances, context to the case that more often than not is very distubing and slighly frightening. This game does not take you by the hand, you have to deduct the clues and set the case, personally pin the map and figure out how to get there. This is a welcomed feature, as it makes you feel as a true investigator. The combat mechanics are very rudimentary, awful even. It reminds me of very old games in the style of resident Evil, where mobility and aiming was atrocious almost on purpuse. Fortunately, the game is not as punishing if you die. You get used to it when you get enough experience. You will love this game if: - You love mystery games - You enjoy disturbing / creepy ambiance and inmersion - You like Lovecraftian settings. You will dislike this game if: - You look for an action / shooter game - Enjoy fast paced games - Dislike puzzles and reading for clues and directions. - Creepy settings
