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Mafia II: Definitive Edition

Mafia II: Definitive Edition

War hero Vito Scaletta becomes entangled with the mob in hopes of paying his father’s debts. Vito works to prove himself, climbing the family ladder with crimes of larger reward and consequence.

74%
Mostly Positive
DevelopersD3T, Hangar 13
Publisher2K
Release DateMay 19, 2020
$29.99
Peak Players3.8K
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows
Action
Adventure
AI Review Summary

Mafia II: Definitive Edition delivers a compelling narrative and immersive mid-century atmosphere, but it is heavily marred by technical instability. While the visual updates provide sharper textures and improved lighting, many players report significant bugs, including soft locks and performance issues, that make it feel less polished than the original release.

Pros

  • Compelling story with a strong mid-century atmosphere and 'awesome vibes'.90%
  • Visual improvements including sharper textures, updated lighting, and better character models.80%
  • Engaging gameplay loop combining third-person cover shooting and high-speed car chases.70%
  • Memorable characters and dialogue that enhance the cinematic experience.80%

Cons

  • Frequent technical bugs, including falling through the map and mission-breaking soft locks.90%
  • Poor optimization leading to stuttering, particularly during driving sequences.80%
  • Lack of replayability or meaningful activities after completing the main story.70%
  • Perceived as a downgrade in stability compared to the original 'Classic' version.80%

Notable Mentions

  • The game includes the original Playboy collectibles which remain a point of discussion among players.
  • Many reviewers explicitly suggest playing the original version over the Definitive Edition due to technical issues.
Confidence: 84%
Based on the 149 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Aug 17, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
1.6K
Peak · last 90 days
1.9K
All-time peak
3.8K

Price

Current price
$29.99
Lowest tracked
$5.99since Jan 3, 2026

Review Sentiment

Launch week
—
Last 30 days
78%
All-time positive
74%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews38.5K
Positive: 28.5K (74%)Negative: 10.0K (26%)

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Reviews from Steam Deck

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Dev Response Rate

18h

Avg Playtime at Review

85%

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