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Max Payne 3

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Rockstar Game's troubled hero returns to action with a load of guns, new Bullet Time techniques, and a solid multiplayer mode.

New Cover Mechanic

Max Payne 3 is the first game in the blood-soaked series to feature a dedicated cover mechanic. It provides an opportunity to pop a pain killer, reload, or simply take a breather, but if you stay in cover too long, enemies will swarm you.

A New Look For Max

Max Payne has two looks in the game. One is the classic Max. The other is a bald and bearded.

Noir Elements

Max Payne 3 keeps the series' film noir-inspired aesthetics. Max sports his leather jacket, guns, and gruff demeanor as he exchanges bullets with foes.

Multiplayer Mayhem

Max Payne 3 introduces multiplayer action into the long-running series. It supports 2 to 16 players at once.