I’m looking for game recommendations that have a similar feel to Max Payne 3 and Kane and Lynch 2 — you know, those gritty crime stories with seedy urban settings, intense violence, and that raw, street-level vibe. Ideally something with a crime-related storyline and that dark, edgy atmosphere. Any suggestions?
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Classic crime shooters like “Mafia 1 & 2” and even earlier “Max Payne 1 & 2” are definitely worth a look if you haven’t played them yet. They really set the tone for gritty storytelling and seedy crime worlds.
“Sleeping Dogs” is another game that nails that mix of crime, violence, and seedy city streets. It’s set in Hong Kong and has a great story with that urban crime vibe you’re looking for.
If you’re playing on PS3 or Xbox 360, “Army of Two: Devil’s Cartel” is a solid choice for that grounded, rough-and-tumble street crime feel. It’s pretty linear but nails the seedy, violent atmosphere. Also, dipping back to PS2 era, games like “25 to Life” or “50 Cent: Bulletproof” can hit those crime shooter notes, though they’re a bit dated.
Don’t forget about “KingPin: Life of Crime”—classic old-school crime shooter with rough edges and a strong city crime atmosphere. Just avoid the remaster though; it doesn’t quite live up to the original. Also, “Condemned: Criminal Origins” has that dark and gritty vibe with a violent criminal storyline that fits the bill pretty well.
You might want to check out “RoboCop: Rogue City” for that crime-ridden, gritty feel. It’s not exactly the same but definitely has that tough urban violence vibe. If you’re open to something a little crazier, “Postal 2” has that seedy, chaotic street atmosphere too.
Thanks! Never heard of Condemned before, I’ll definitely check it out.