Mafia II is a third-person, sandbox shooter that provides a look into the dark and unforgiving world of the Mob. Expanding on the original hit, Mafia, that captivated more than 2 million gamers around the world, this new incarnation takes players even deeper into the Mafia with a mature and exciting experience that allows players to explore the gameworld as they wish and immerses them in it like never before. Features include a complete gangster movie experience, a wide variety of combat--including vehicular--a mood setting soundtrack and much more. This collector's edition contains a variety of additional items. See the complete list of its contents below.

Story
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.

Next-Gen 2K Czech Game Engine
Powered by 2K Czech's next-generation engine built specifically for Mafia II, players experience the true evolution of the Mafia game that defined a genre. Gunfights, hand-to-hand combat and vehicular exploration feature new depth and dimension that allow players to experience the world of Mafia IIin a way that will keep them coming back for more.

Mafia II Collector's Edition for Xbox 360 Includes

Mafia II the game for Xbox 360 Collectible SteelBook casing with debossed logo and art featuring Vito and Joe Made Man Pack - Free access to in-game downloadable pack that lets players get behind the wheel of two different luxury automobiles modeled after classic cars from the period; plus two new "made man" suits, including a vintage tux for Vito A 100-page hardcover art book that takes fans through the artistic design process of the game A CD symphonic recording of the Mafia II score by the Prague FILMHarmonic Orchestra A tear-resistent map depicting the 10 square miles of Empire Bay and all the hangout spots

Game Features

• Gangster-Movie Experience - Through strong, authentic characterization and compelling narrative, the mature storyline will make you understand the pull and impossible escape of life in the Mob
• Action-Packed Gameplay - Take part in car-to-car gunfights, hand-to-hand combat and gunplay, forming an intense and exciting experience
• All-New Engine Powers the Next Generation of Mob Video Games - 2K Czech's next-generation engine, allows gamers to travel from outdoor environments to intricately designed interiors without the need for loading times
• Authentic Script from the Writer of Mafia I - The writing team from Mafia I returns to deliver another powerhouse script that portrays a tale of survival, camaraderie and the pitfalls of pursuing the American Dream
• Music as Environment - Players will be immersed in the Golden Era of America as Mafia II features tracks from some of the era's most influential artists