
In ‘Saints Row: The Third’, players enact the role of a super-powered crime lord.
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However, with its third installment, the series gave up any links to such sobriety and unleashed a chaotic joy. ‘Saints Row 2’ had a modicum of seriousness whereas its predecessor was downright sombre in presentation. Saints Row: The Third (2011)Īs a series, ‘Saints Row’ started off quite seriously, compared to what would transpire later. With great driving mechanics, and a detailed environment removed from the US for a change, it is a must-play for sure. There has been a dearth of London gangsters in video games, but ‘The Gateaway’ is an excellent example of an attempt to balance the scales. The mafia has been portrayed left, right, and centre, in video games, so much so that all of organised crime with its many organisations is commonly known by its Italian counterpart. With great use of ‘bullet time’, admirable puzzle mechanics, and versatility in utilising Shadow to our use, ‘Dead to Rights’ has slipped under the radar now, but should certainly be given a chance. Together they patrol the streets of the crime-filled Grant City and are set on the course of uncovering a conspiracy after a harrowing tragedy befalls our protagonist.

‘Dead to Rights’ is a gripping action thriller game that centres around police officer Jack Slate and his canine companion, Shadow.
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You can play most these games on PS4, Xbox One, PC or online. On this list, you will not find Mafia card games or Mafia board games. Here is the list of top mafia games ever on organized crime, and it should be noted that ‘Mafia’ is used here as a common shorthand for all the organisations involved in such activities. Their formidable influence on the goings-on of their cities makes for compelling storytelling. From ruthless mob bosses to up-and-coming guys looking to make a mark, these organisations consist of all kinds of people. Organised crime has a long and rich history in video games, with developers eager to depict their own milieu, their subculture that is such a huge part of the worlds they lived in, and continue to, to this day.
