Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #3234 in Computer & Video Games
• Brand: Take 2
• Released on: 2003-10-24
• Rating: Suitable for 18 years and over
• ESRB Rating: Adults Only
• Platforms: Windows XP, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows 98
• Number of items: 1

Amazon.co.uk Review
When the original Max Payne first hit the streets, the prediction was that it would spark a swathe of imitations--not least, imitations of the bullet-time feature. Yet it never really happened, meaning that Max Payne 2, like its predecessor, is a little bit unusual.

At heart, the game is another over-the-shoulder actioner, with Payne once again in the midst of an intelligent, well-developed story replete with unpleasant turns. And once more, the story is presented in a dark comic-book style with moody voiceovers and deeply atmospheric music. It positively drips with detail. At times, it's mildly annoying that there's so much story to get through, but there's a fantastic game underneath it all.

The levels primarily rely on action, and each feels suitably sombre, in line with the tone of Max's adventure. Bullet time is back, and the game does it far better than even Enter The Matrix could manage. It's an even more cinematic spectacle than before, yet a very handy gameplay device. You could argue that the game won't last too long and that it's perhaps a little linear, but these are very mild grumbles about a game that's engrossing, addictive and completely unmissable. Here's hoping we meet up with Max again, soon. --Simon Brew

GamesMaster Magazine
"Unbelievably violent and distressingly short--but brilliantly atmospheric and just so cool to play that you'll forgive it. 85%."

Manufacturer's Description
Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne is a violent, film-noir love story for mature audiences. Dark, tragic and intense, the in-depth story is a thrill-ride of shocking twists and revelations. Working together with Rockstar Games' New York-based production team, developer Remedy has now been able to take the game to new heights with extremely high production values. Professional talent for voice acting and graphic novels, motion capture and access to authentic digital source material from New York City help to ensure that Max Payne 2 provides the quality performances that fans have come to expect from Remedy and Rockstar. The fierce yet stylish action sequences and slow-motion gunplay that has become synonymous with Max Payne are back and better than ever. New and enhanced moves and options provide breathtaking cinematic gameplay. Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne is set to raise the bar on action games all over again.

Customer Reviews

5 stars for everything
On the face of it, a film noir detective game styled as a second person shooter, sounds like it could be awful. It easily could have been, but I can't fault this game, or its' predecessor. The plotline is great, the script well written and really draws you into the action.

The graphics are nicely styled, with explosions and gunfire looking and sounding thoroughly realistic. The bullet time as per the first game is fantastic. Watching yourself dive in slow motion over a desk with a 9mm in each hand blazing away, never gets tired.

A must have for any gamer.

Short but very sweet
I bought this with Max Payne 1 as they were so inexpensive.
While I gave the first game 5 stars, I have dropped this a star because a) its a bit shorter b) the film noir style gets a bit grating after a while (OK, maybe I should have left them a few weeks in between) c) a case of 'seen it before' and (mainly) d) I just didn't have the same empathy for Max in this one. I guess he was a 'normal' man doing extraordinary things because he was wronged while, in the sequel, he's more the aggressor.
Anyway, enough of that. The fact I still gave it 4 stars is testament to the fun that can be had at a super price.

ONE OF THE *B E S T* GAMES EVER!
If you liked the first one, you will LOVE this one!

One of the most atmospheric and immersive TPS ever made!!

A story riveting like a noir graphic novel; a sexy sidekick; a heart-breaking story of loss and revenge.

Corruption to the highest levels come head to head with a skewed honor code. Blade Runner meets James Ellroy - and you get to be the dark and moody anti-hero.

Convenient controls, good AI, true physics, smart camera, realistic weapons,great voice-acting!

BUY THIS GAME! You Will Love It Too!!

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!