Max Payne 3: overview, description, system requirements

Studio Rockstar Vancouver took about 10 years to create a continuation of the dramatic story of the New York policeman Max Payne. But due to the change of the developer, many were mistrustful of the new part. They were tormented by doubts that the new collective would be able to return the hero they once loved.

In fact, this is how it happened. Differences between games a lot. True, this is the same thriller from the third person with endless shooting, the effects of slo-mo and the participation of the same character. But first things first. So, Rockstar Vancouver, Max Payne 3 - the review begins.

New story

9 years after the events that occurred in the second part, Max Payne is again under a hail of bullets. The scene is no longer New York, but the Brazilian sunny city of São Paulo with a population of about 12 million people. His services were needed by one local businessman, and he hired Max as a bodyguard.

Strange choice on the part of Rodrigo Branco, given the fact that Payne himself is right to seek protection, because he was long sought by the people of the Italian mafia, who once through his fault lost his son. And this is in the first place.

And secondly, the former cop changed a lot. And he did not just grow old, but got drunk, for which he "thanked" alcohol and narcotic substances, which the hero had been using intensively all this time. But, apparently, his past merits still prevailed, and in the end he gets this honorable post.

Max himself decided that he could finally breathe peacefully. I found myself a quiet, warm place where I can spend the rest of my life. And while he was thinking about it, a bad feeling that something was going to happen, he did not leave for a second. And, as it turned out, not in vain.

They went directly to one of the charity evenings, which were often organized by a large family of Branko. There were many of them. Everybody has a mask on their heads. "Commando Sombra" - the largest criminal grouping of São Paulo. And for whom did they come? For Rodrigo Branco? And maybe, for his brothers - Victor and Marcelo? No, they needed Rodrigo's wife, Fabian, and they got it. Let not the first time. It looks like a quiet life is canceled, it's time to work out a fee. Here is the story that happened with the hero of the game Max Payne 3. The review of "Igromania", for example, marks a weak storyline. Yes, perhaps, the last and not the most fascinating. But let's look at other aspects of the game.

Graphics and music

Of course, it is noticeable how the developers worked on the graphic component. Studio Rockstar was able to create an amazingly realistic, detailed and beautiful world, including all the objects included in it. The surrounding situation has been worked out so much that one can see every stone on the wall and a crack on the tile. Snow, water, rainy levels - all this looks impressive.

It looks realistic and the animation in the game, created with the help of Motion Capture technology. Thanks to her you can see how the wrinkles appear on the characters' clothes during the movement and the elements of the weapon move when firing and recharging. And the bullet that has fallen into the enemy leaves a hole, from which the blood naturally begins to flow. In general, with graphics, everything is fine with the game. The device, for which Max Payne 3 is also manufactured, is PS3. The review, by the way, of this version shows that it loses a little computer in the visual plan.

It is impossible not to mention the excellent optimization of the Rockstar product. It seemed that with such a chart without "top" iron can not do. But it turned out otherwise. The game was well run even by computers with average characteristics.

If we talk about the soundtrack to the game, then the music here is for an amateur. Most of his actions, Maxim performs under the compositions of the groups Health and Emicida.

Features of gameplay

One of the reasons why it's interesting to watch the events happening in the game is their submission. The camera does not stand still, but constantly changes position, showing the hero from several angles. And the director so deftly manages it, that sometimes it is difficult to determine where the videos, and where the gameplay. And by the way, in Max Payne 3 any delay can cost the main character of life.

The traditional regime of Slo-mo has not disappeared. This proprietary ability of Max is still as effective and spectacular. However, in narrow premises from it the sense is less, as to fly, as a matter of fact, there is no place. And in general, it should be used less often, because the resource, which is necessary for its activation, is spent very quickly.

There was also a new opportunity - to hide behind objects. Such a gift is very handy, because enemies are often extremely powerful. Therefore, sometimes they can be dealt with only by firing aimed fire from the shelter. Especially since it is possible to save on cartridges, which disappear very quickly.

Also in the review of the game Max Payne 3 should add a problem with painkillers. They are constantly missing. And without analgesics, it is difficult to run to the control point, given a sufficiently large distance.

In addition, Max is now unable to carry more than two weapons with him. At the same time, the hero can carry one one-handed and one two-handed. And he will always keep the latter in his hand. So if he decides to shoot with both hands, for example, from two "Desert Eagles", the rifle will have to be disposed of. And this, too, adds problems.

The complexity of the game is one of its main components. And it's not that there are not enough ammunition or painkillers. Not that the enemies are tenacious and attack a lot. It's all about the crazy rhythm of the game. Any hassle is a test of the player's reaction. Sometimes you have to rush around the entire area, shooting in all directions, just to not go to the download screen. In such a situation it is difficult to save ammunition, but is not this all the charm? Without a driving shootout, Max Payne 3 would be a boring linear shooter.

"Disorganized Crime"

The next thing that should be added to the review of the game Max Payne 3, - reviews of its additions. Since the release of such four came out. As for this DLC, then the players have to fight on a certain multiplayer map near the old shelter of Payne. Also, several modifications will be available, which include: special bullets that explode when the target is achieved, activation of increased aggressiveness of enemies and a mode of "headshots", when you can kill an opponent only by hitting the head.

"The release of hostages"

And this addition includes content that allows you to expand the capabilities of the hero. From the weapon, it adds an IA2 assault rifle and a M24 sniper rifle.

As for the equipment, it is a suit-bomb (ideal protection against missiles and explosions), a heavy helmet (eats 75% of the damage to the head) and an intimidating mask (a headpiece that increases the time for recharging enemies' weapons).

"Painful memories"

And here is the next addition to the game Max Payne 3, the review of which in especially dedicated fans can cause a small nostalgia attack, as it includes a map familiar to the last parts - the metro station "Roscoe". But this is the only reference to the "young" Payne, the other three cards are taken from the third part.

In addition, for players will be available two new types of weapons and a new impulse "hangover", which worsens the eyesight and well-being of opponents. There are even three interesting subjects for multiplayer. "Bookmaker's receipt" allows you to get money after winning a partner in a vendetta. When you receive the "Calculator" the player counts one murder after rendering two supports. A "Happy Jar" allows you to avoid a hangover, and also protects against a sniper shot.

"Fight, prisoner in heaven"

The latest addition at the moment includes new achievements, products, impulses and several modes.

Co-operative mode for two people - this is a test, how long two players will be able to hold out against an infinite number of enemies. During the game, new places on the map, weapons, etc. will be opened.

"Run and Stun" - a mode where two random players turn into the goddess Saci, armed with an electric shock, and the captain of the "Baseball bat", who, united, must fight against the other participants. Anyone who touches the shocker or baseball bat, automatically moves to the side of the enemy. The match ends when the time ends or the opponents.

"Black Mark" is a mode in which tagged players will receive 5 points for each successfully passed vendetta, plus another 5 points for the vendetta, from which they could come out with a victory. To be on the leader boards and collect as many points as possible, you need to win as many vendets as possible. For this purpose, on a special multiplayer map, the player will have to move very quickly, considering what a valuable goal he is.

"Shooting for a while" is a mode in which it is necessary very quickly to move on a map, shooting enemies for a while. For the first murder will be given one point, but for each subsequent destruction of the enemy the number of prize points will increase several times. And so, until the timer finishes counting time.

Max Payne 3: Complete Edition. Overview

Well, those who decide to purchase the full edition will receive not only the above additions. They will also have the "Silent Killer" package of equipment, the "Special Edition" package, the "Local Justice" kit and the "Adrenaline Rush" ability. In addition, in the version of Max Payne 3: Complete, the review of which does not make sense, since in terms of plot and graphics there is no change, the player will be given the opportunity to play for the classic Max Payne and run around the map of the cemetery from the third part.

A little bit about multiplayer

The third part of the franchise was not without multiplayer. And it turned out to be very good. There are many items, equipment and weapons that open up quickly enough, if, of course, more often participate in online battles.

Of all the features that provides multiplayer games Max Payne 3, the review is advisable to do on the regime of "Wars Band". He means playing for different factions. One match consists of five stages and supports the participation of only two factions. And every stage is a new story.

Interestingly, the time multiplier function is inscribed in the multiplayer. And it works well. True, its action does not extend to the entire map, but only to the participant, at which the hero is currently watching. There is another interesting feature that can change the colors of the inscriptions above the players, which allows you to deceive the enemies. And this, of course, is not all. On the multiplayer game Max Payne 3 review can continue, but let everyone see everything himself.

As for the system requirements, it is worth noting that the operating system installed on the computer for the correct application should be no lower than Windows 7 or Vista. The minimum required amount of RAM is 2 GB, but it is better if it is more than 3 GB. The processor should be at least dual-core, or better-quad.