Max Payne 3is the third release in the popular Third-Person Shooter series of the same name, and the first iteration of the series to appear on Next Gen gaming consoles. Developed by Rockstar Games, the creative minds behind the cutting edgeGTA,Red DeadandMidnight Clubgame franchises,Max Payne 3is a sequel to the second game in the series, and features an older Max Payne with a new life and job abroad. But as dangerous situations spiral Max's life from bad, to worse, it seems that the more things change, the more they stay the same. Game features include: series first multiplayer functionality, a wealth of weapons, classicMax PayneBullet Time and Shootdodge functionality, extreme realism and special bonus features.

In addition, theMax Payne 3: Special Edition contains a variety of exclusive items. See a complete list of these below.

The Return of Max Payne

For Max Payne, the tragedies that took his loved ones years ago are wounds that refuse to heal. No longer a cop, close to washed up and addicted to pain killers, Max takes a job in São Paulo, Brazil, protecting the family of wealthy real estate mogul Rodrigo Branco, in an effort to finally escape his troubled past. But as events spiral out of his control, Max Payne finds himself alone on the streets of an unfamiliar city, desperately searching for the truth and fighting for away out.

Max Payne returns, strung out and a little older, but just as hard-boiled as ever.
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Explosive graphics, rendered in incredible detail.
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Featuring cutting edge shooting mechanics for precision gunplay, advanced new Bullet Time and Shootdodge effects, full integration of Natural Motion's Euphoria Character Behavior system for lifelike movement and a dark and twisted story,Max Payne 3is a seamless, highly detailed, cinematic experience from Rockstar Games.

Series First Multiplayer

In addition to an expansive single player campaign,Max Payne 3is also the first entry in the series to introduce a thorough and engrossing multiplayer experience. In a unique twist,Max Payne 3multiplayer delivers a compelling experience that dynamically alters maps and mode progression for all players in a match. Along with traditional multiplayer modes,Max Payne 3also includes a deep reward and leveling system, persistent clans and multiple strategic load-out options.

Max Payne 3: Special Edition Box Contents

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A copy ofMax Payne 3 10" tall collectibleMax Paynestatue created in a collaboration between TriForce and Rockstar Games Series of game-inspired original Still Life Art Prints that depict some of Max Payne's inner demons and vices Copper and brass-plated iron, bullet-shaped bullet keychain featuring a screw-off back Classic multiplayer character pack of eight playable characters, from the originalMax PayneandMax Payne 2, like Max Payne, Mona Sax and Vladimir Lem Disorderly Conduct multiplayer weapons pack, including the Hammerhead Auto Shotgun, G9 Grenade Launcher and Molotov cocktail Max Payne 3official soundtrack featuring the game's instrumental score

Key Game Features

• Multiplayer-Max Payne 3introduces an explosive and innovative multiplayer experience, bringingMax Payne's signature Shootdodge and Bullet Time gameplay features along with a range of new and expanded special abilities into the arena of competitive online multiplayer.
• Weapons- From automatics to handguns to rifles and explosives, Max wields (and dual-wields) a wide range of high-powered weaponry in both single player and multiplayer.Max Payne 3provides devastating firepower for any and all situations that call for decisive and punishing action.
• Characters and Gangs- From New York to São Paulo, explore intelligence gathered on the characters and gangs that you will encounter throughout the treacherous story ofMax Payne 3.
• Realism- Just some of the behind-the-scenes research and production design done over the course ofMax Payne 3's development, from information and asset-gathering trips down to São Paulo, to local casting for pedestrian types in all the game's levels, to extensive study of municipal law-enforcement wings, weaponry and much more.
• Special Bonus Features- Enjoy special game-related features including soundtrack info, PlayStation trophies, as well as special events and contest opportunities for fans and Rockstar Games Social Club members.

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Rock Band 3is the third main release in the iconic video game series that challenges gamers to live out their Rock&Roll fantasies together in a band situation, both locally and online. The game features an ever expanding song list from every era of Rock&Roll history, easy to pick up yet challenging addictive Note Highway gameplay, compatibility with earlier releases in the series and all platform-specific instrument controllers including mostGuitar Herocontrollers, extreme in-game character and band customization, and a slew of new features. These new features include: new setlist search functionality, the addition of 3-part harmonies and a keyboard peripheral and expanded play modes, including the advanced Pro Mode.

The Most Music. Period

TheRock Band 3disc soundtrack contains 83 tracks by the best bands from around the world, including bands that have never appeared in a music game, as well as support for existingRock Bandtracks (Rock BandandRock Band 2discs, downloaded songs, track packs,AC/DC Live: Rock BandTrack Pack,LEGO Rock BandandGreen Day: Rock Band). Additionally,Rock Band 3gives players immediate access to a music library approaching 2,000 songs by launch, with new content added regularly. With a selection like this, it is clear thatRock Band's gigantic music selection dwarfs that of any other music game on the market. The full track list includes:

Signature Rock Band Note Highway gameplay mechanic.
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Addition of 3-part harmony to main release gameplay.
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New play option, including the advanced Pro Mode.
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New, optional keyboard instrument controller (sold separately).
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Redesigned Music Library

Rock Band 3allows players to create and save setlists and share them with friends, both in-game and through RockBand.com. In addition, new song filters make it easier to find the types of songs fans want to play and hide the songs they don't, while a built-in song recommendation system will suggest tracks fromRock Band's colossal music library, based on personal fan preference.

Expand the Band

In addition to guitar, bass, drums and solo vocals,Rock Band 3adds three-part vocal harmony functionality that was introduced withThe Beatles: Rock Bandand, for the first time ever, a keyboard peripheral to the band. The combination of all these possibilities means that up to seven players can rock together inRock Band 3for the ultimate social gaming experience.

Go Pro: Take Your Passion to the Next Level

Rock Band 3empowers players to develop actual musical skills through the fun of fully scalableRock BandPro gameplay. Fans can dive in on the Easy setting to try out basic skills and work their way up to Expert for real mastery. Pro Drums supports three expansion cymbals, with gameplay differentiation between toms and cymbals. Pro Keys (Keyboard) features pitch-accurate keyboard performance across a two-octave range, displayed on an easy-to-read keyboard track. Pro Guitar features noted guitar and bass performances, available for play with either the new Fender Mustang PRO-Guitar simulated guitar controller from Mad Catz, or theRock Band 3Squier by Fender Stratocaster guitar controller that is a real guitar/controller hybrid. TheRock Band 3Squier Stratocaster is a fully functional, full-sized, six-string electric guitar that also functions as a game controller.

New Gameplay Modes

For the casual player,Rock Band 3has great new party modes that allow fans to get rocking with friends quicker than ever, including party shuffle and persistent drop-in/dropout and difficulty selection from any gameplay screen. For the serious player, the revamped Career Mode features 700+ goals and rewards and seamless leaderboard integration for an endlessly deep campaign experience.Rock Band 3also adds a suite of social networking tools to the game so fans can engage friends and fellow rockers over Facebook, Twitter and more. Whether players want to jump in for a quick song or take their band to the top,Rock Band 3has a mode for everyone.