Badassgamer: "According to the folks over at gameintrailer.com, it looks like in the case of consoles, the PS3 version of MAFIA 2 will take the cake as the superior version."
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25 new exclusive screenshots
• new artwork and rendered images
• at least 4 different cover artwork
• A few minutes of video material in the DVD of the magazine
• an interview with the main team members of 2KCzech
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Hello everyone. My name is Jack Scalici and soy production manager Mafia II, which I will detail some comentaros launched after the extended version of the trailer. The first image you see in this video is inside the cathedral created by 2K Czech. It combines elements of the Catholic Churches of Europe and America. Provides reference for cathedrals and churches and the American team to take art and created this picture ....
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GOA Writes : Mafia II simple put looks breath taking. Along with good strong story and the classic 1920's style gangster theme Mafia II looks like it is shaping up to be a much anticipated title for 2009. We have the latest fact sheet for you from 2K games which is packed with key features and also the latest trailer which is a must see.
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2K Czech Lead Animator Tomas Hrebicek has confirmed that the footage shown in the recent Mafia II trailer is in fact created in real-time.
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Born the son of a poor immigrant, Vito is a beaten down Italian American who is trying to secure his piece of the American Dream. Looking to escape the life of poverty that consumed his childhood, Vito is soon swayed by the lure of power and wealth that a life of Organized Crime can bring.

A petty criminal his whole life, Vito, along with his childhood friend, Joe, will descend into the world of Organized Crime. Together, they will work to prove themselves to the Mob as they try to make their names on the streets of a cold and unforgiving city.
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WorthPlaying reports; Mafia II, developed by the original creators Illusion Softworks, features a deep mobster-driven narrative packed with both behind-the-wheel and on-foot action. The Illusion engine was specifically written for Mafia II, and successor to IS' LS3D engine which was used in the original game. According to the few details out there the new engine will rival CryEngine 2 (Crysis Warhead) and support only DirectX 10.
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CVG write: A bunch of fresh details about developer Illusion Softworks' Mafia 2 have spilled onto the web. Here.

The title won't be a direct sequel to the first game, and you'll take on the role of Mafioso Vito who's just returned to fictional American destination Empire City after World War II service, it's been revealed.

Apparently the city space will measure around 10 km2 (twice as big as the original) and it's inspired mostly by San Francisco.

Extensive car damage will feature (it's reportedly more detailed and prettier than Burnout Paradise's), while you'll also be forced to refuel vehicles and have the option of taking them to the car wash if you want to make sure your motor stays looking flash.

Money will play an important role in the game. In GTA: San Andreas style you'll use it for buying new clothes and visiting restaurants, where you'll strengthen up by chowing down on some pasta.

The mob sequel's also said to sport an art style at times reminiscent of BioShock and a Gears of War-esque cover system.

It's in development on lead platforms Xbox 360 and PS3, according to the details over at NeoGaf, while the PC version's slated to launch shortly afterwards.

The game's been pencilled in for release during publisher Take-Two's fiscal 2009 year, meaning it'll be out some time between November '08 and October '09.
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VG247: Microsoft is to show off some new Games for Windows titles later today in San Francisco, apparently including Take-Two duo Mafia II and Borderlands.
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It's time again to drool over Mafia II as 2K Czech releases another shot from its delicious-looking game.

The free-roaming follow-up is set in the fictional city of Empire circa 1950, and promises to retain the original's less-sandbox mission structure, while also letting you get into scraps with the police for kicks.

We'll be posting a massive Mafia II soon, so keep a look out.

Courtesy of CVG.

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