Max Payne 3 [Special Edition]

Looking for a new life and to leave his past behind, he works in a private security detail for Rodrigo Branco.

When Branco's wife Fabiana is captured by a street gang during a rooftop party, Payne sets out to save her but the events quickly spiral out of control.

He still drinks heavily and even though the drawn comic book panels are no longer present, the cut-scenes still incorporate the panel look and now further the story using the in-game engine with the characteristic inner dialogue voice-over and the film noir elements.

Halfway through the game Payne also exchanges his typical suit or trench coat for a bearded, short-haired look wearing a shirt.

Compared to the previous game and because of the location the visuals are also often much brighter.

The game is played as a third-person shooter where Payne is often outnumbered by enemies.

To survive, the series' prime bullet time mechanic is essential.

Activating it slows down time and it allows him to jump, dodge, shoot, and lock onto multiple enemies in succession to take them out.

Its length is determined by a bar on the right that needs some time to fill up again.

While in a grounded position after a jump Max stays in that position and can quickly shoot in any direction.

Defeated opponents leave behind weapons that can be exchanged or be emptied for additional ammo.

Multiple weapons can be collected and through a radial menu another one can be selected quickly.

Payne is also able to dual-wield pistols and he uses shotguns and automatic weapons.

The gameplay incorporates a cover mechanic where cover can be sought near virtually any object.

From that safe position it is possible to aim and shoot, or jump out.

To survive, cover needs to be