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Track Your Max Payne Mobile Stats at the Social Club
Posted: April 23, 2012 4:19PM | Author: R* Q
Everyone currently Bullet Timing® and Shootdodging™ their way through the original Max Payne on iPhones and iPads can now fire up the Social Club online for full stat tracking features (these features will also be enabled for those on Android devices when it releases for that platform in the next week or so).
Max Payne Mobile's Social Club stats cover nearly every aspect of the game including how many kills you've racked up, your best times in Hard Boiled and New York Minute, all your in-game Accomplishments, and even what your weapon of choice is based on most frequent use. Plus at the site, you can compare your skills versus your Social Club Friends for bragging rights to see who the most efficient killer is amongst you.
Check it all out at https://socialclub.rockstargames.com/games/maxpayne/stats.html and stay tuned for more exciting Social Club news around the corner...
Max Payne Mobile Now Available on the App Store
Posted: April 12, 2012 8:00AM | Author: R* Q
Max Payne Mobile, the full classic Max Payne experience optimized for iOS devices, is now available on the App Store for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch for $2.99.
Featuring HD graphics, high-resolution textures, Social Club connectivity and user-customizable controls, Max Payne Mobile supports the iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPod Touch 4, iPad 1, iPad 2 and the new iPad.
Look for the Android version to launch on April 26th... stay tuned for more details.
Max Payne Mobile Coming to iOS Devices on April 12th and Android Devices on April 26th
Posted: April 06, 2012 9:00AM | Author: R* Q
We’re pleased to announce that Max Payne Mobile will be available exclusively for iOS devices on Thursday, April 12th, with the Android version launching two weeks later on April 26th.
The full classic Max Payne PC experience, Max Payne Mobile has been optimized for both iOS and Android devices and features HD graphics, high-resolution textures, Social Club connectivity and user-customizable controls.
Max Payne Mobile on iOS supports the iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPod Touch 4, iPad 1, iPad 2 and the new iPad. We'll have a list of supported Android devices in the coming weeks.
Check out a few screenshots from the iOS version below, and look for it on the App Store next week.
Dual-weilding his trusty Berettas, Max shootdodges to let fly at some Punchinello family goons.
Stepping through the ruins after laying waste to some would-be assailants.
Close to death but with plenty of painkillers on hand, Max fires shots from his dual Ingrams from below.
Rockstar Game Tips: Speedy Cabs, Fast Cash and More for Grand Theft Auto III: 10 Year Anniversary Edition
Posted: March 27, 2012 4:02PM | Author: R* Z
Whether you're a newcomer to Liberty City following the release of Grand Theft Auto III: 10 Year Anniversary Edition for mobile devices last fall, or if you've been a citizen for over a decade strong, there's much to discover in 'America's Worst City'.
While some of you hardest-of-the-hardcore GTA fans may be well familiar with these, here's a few helpful hints and hidden treasures that many may not be aware of - special tips to nab yourself rare vehicles, fast cash and explosive weaponry...
SPEEDY BORGNINE
You can give those front bumper spikes a proper test against hostile gang peds.
Hop into any kind of yellow taxi and then press the wheel icon on the left side of the screen to start taxi missions. Once you've driven 100 people to their destinations (something you can track in the in-game stats), a red Borgnine will be parked at Borgnine Taxis in Harwood. It's faster and stronger than a regular cab, and it has some seriously killer spikes on the front. We recommend giving it a whirl on El Burro's 'Turismo' race.
FAST CASH FOR VEHICLES
Yes, the garage at the docks will gladly accept your busted up bus that you jacked from some guy on the street.
At the Portland docks next to Supa Save, you'll find a shady import/export garage where you can sell vehicles for cash. A list of them are posted next to these garages in Portland and in Shoreside Vale. For each unique vehicle type you deliver, you'll receive $15,000. Complete the full set and you'll get a cool $200,000.
SECRET MOLOTOVS
Don't forget the hidden package, floating in the center of the group.
If you head to the tunnel between 8-Ball's hideout and the Supa Save, you'll find some interesting characters inside hoarding molotov cocktails. Dispose of all four of them and pick up some fiery cocktails, excellent for dealing with groups of enemies. Oh, and there's a hidden package too.
ENFORCER ARMOR
Hopping in an Enforcer is a quick way to get armor, something you'll need when you have four stars or more...
Lastly, while it's fairly commonly known that driving an ambulance gives you extra health, a cop car provides a handy shotgun and the fire truck will ironically leave a flamethrower at your safe house after extinguishing 20 fires on each island - many don't know that you can get also armor from an Enforcer. This heavy truck appears a lot less frequently on the road than other emergency vehicles, but if you're lucky enough to find one, just step inside to grab some Kevlar. For a trick to lure one, you could always start a riot and draw the Enforcer out via a four-star wanted level or simply check the lot of the police station on Staunton Island.
Got more hints to share with us? Or need any tips for a certain part of the game? Drop it in comments below...
iOS Update Released for Grand Theft Auto III: 10 Year Anniversary Edition
Posted: February 29, 2012 10:00AM | Author: R* Y
A new update is now live for the iOS version of Grand Theft Auto III: 10 Year Anniversary Edition, including optimized memory usage for older devices and some minor bug fixes. This follows the recent release of an Android update.
To update, head into the App Store, select 'Updates' and download the game. Officially supported iOS devices include iPad 1 & 2, iPhone 4 & 4S and iPod touch 4th Generation.
If you have any technical issues with the game after installing the update or any other Support related questions, please make sure to hit up the team at http://www.rockstargames.com/support for assistance.
Part 2 of this Week's Asked & Answered: Max Payne 3 Details and More
Posted: February 15, 2012 7:52AM | Author: R* Q
As promised, today we present part 2 of this week's Asked & Answered session, with even more of your questions taken from the Newswire comments, Twitter replies, Facebook messages and emails to our Mouthoff inquiry inbox... If you missed it earlier, you can find a link to our previous official responses to questions about Max Payne 3, Grand Theft Auto V and more right here.
“I've waited nearly 10 years for this. Will Max Payne 3 feature any driving this time around? I know you guys avoided it so it doesn't seem like a version of a Grand Theft Auto game but since Max is 10 years in and established as its own, will you add that in?” - Dymez510
“Max is there more in-depth hand-to-hand combat with interaction of environment?” - zell92i75
As we’ve stated in the past, we’re working very hard to ensure that we’re being faithful and true to the heritage of Max Payne – and the heart and soul of Max Payne gameplay has always been as a pure shooter. Apart from some pretty cool melee kills that can be triggered when in close quarters with an enemy (check out the very end of the latest Design and Technology video for an exemplary pistol-whipping), we have no intention of betraying that to introduce driving/racing or brawling elements. Just get ready for some of the most cutting-edge, advanced and insane shooting gameplay you’ve ever experienced. If you want driving, we do make some other games. This game is all about story driven gun play.
“With the trend of video games becoming 'easier' to complete to cater to the casual market in the hope of everybody completing the game, can we expect a challenging hardcore Max Payne game? I remember from previous Max Payne games, there being tough levels with intense shoot-outs. Can we expect the same with MP3?” - ILikeVideo-Games
Yes – while we’re not going to go into too much detail about the specifics of it just yet, we can answer that there will indeed be varying optional difficulty levels for players to play through the single-player story with - so that the game can be a challenging, satisfying and fun experience for players of all skill levels, and special rewards for completing on harder difficulty levels – we will have more details soon.
“Thanks for answering my Max Payne 3 question! Ok... I know I'm making a stupid request but... somehow, in Max Payne 3, could you please put some producers and writers commentaries? I wanna know everything you got inspired with, how you did it and why you did it. Some fans would appreciate this idea too!” - received via Mouthoff
Not a stupid request at all! Although we most likely won’t be including development chronicles or commentaries within the game itself, if for no other reason than we rarely have much spare room on our game discs, we’d definitely recommend you pay close attention to some of the content online that will continue to hit in the lead-up to game release – including our behind-the-scenes Research posts and Rockstar Recommends series here at the Rockstar Newswire, the continuing Design and Technology Series of videos, and exclusive interviews we’re giving with gaming sites discussing the development of Max Payne 3.
“@rockstargames Wow, I have a lot of questions. Are you going to be divulging the full list of classic characters for Max Payne 3's Special Edition?” - DrDeanDarko (via Twitter)
Yes, we will be confirming the full list of characters in Max Payne 3 Special Edition’s Classic Character Multiplayer Pack soon.
“R* are you planning to make DLCs for mp3 in the future ?
I’m looking forward to this game, because Max Payne 1 and 2 are one of the greatest games and game experiences for me :D this game will be awesome !!!!! :D” - Maxx-Paiin
Thank you. It’s great to see hardcore Max Payne fans such as yourself getting excited for the game’s release – as we’ve said before, we’re working very hard to ensure a faithful but still fresh and new Max Payne title for you all. As for future looking downloadable content, it’s a bit early yet for us to confirm exactly what shape Max Payne 3 DLC might take as we’re still in the planning stages for that, but yes we do plan to support Max Payne 3 with content post-release to properly extend the game experience for fans.
“Okay, question time!
Will we see the nifty TV shows from the previous two in Max Payne 3?” - ABoyandHisX
Very possibly...
“In footage of the game, we see Max in both São Paulo and back in New York City. Are the New York city parts solely at the beginning of the game, or are they perhaps a part of flashback missions throughout the story?” - received via Mouthoff
We don’t want to give too much away about the game’s narrative structure, but the game is about Max coming to terms with his experience in São Paulo and the events that took him there, so they are spread throughout the game, like memories triggered by events in São Paulo.
“Any news about Max Payne on iOS?” - avbros
Yes – following the release of Grand Theft Auto III for iOS (and Android devices) late last year, the original Max Payne will be our next release for mobile devices. We will have an official announcement soon confirming the release date, but you can expect it to finally be released sometime in the next couple months.
“Rockstar, if I may ask, what is the relationship like between you and Remedy?” – received via Mouthoff
Remedy are great long-time friends of ours - they may be an external development studio not part of the internal Rockstar system, but we’ve always loved what they create, and their passion for games, and feel a certain kinship in that they are a studio not afraid of creating original and unique story-driven game experiences very different from the norm. We admire and respect all game makers who stick to their guns and make interesting and original games, and in particular ones like Remedy that we’ve had the pleasure to work with ourselves and know to be good guys as well. As creators of the Max Payne series, we’ve been honored to have them directly involved with us in the making of Max Payne 3 and at the same time, it’s been a thrill to be in the loop along the way seeing what they’re up to with Alan Wake and the new American Nightmare release coming out. If you’ve never checked that game out, we definitely recommend having a look.
“Are there any hopes of us getting a Bully 2? I loved the original and it’s been, what, 5 years? Please make another one.” - siim2200
“Hey, and Bully 2? It’s Real? Please make Bully 2! The world needs a Bully 2” - Julio Cësar (via Facebook)
We absolutely love that over 5 years later, we’re still seeing so much enthusiasm for Bully - all we can say is to see the answer from Monday's Asked & Answered about L.A. Noire! We really love Bully ourselves and may also make a sequel at some point.
Congrats to Social Club Winners of the GTAIII 10-Year Anniversary #1 Lithographs Heist
Posted: January 12, 2012 2:30PM | Author: R* Y
Shipping out now, as glimpsed in the photo above, are each of the six #1's (of a total 500 total run, all individually numbered) from the Grand Theft Auto III 10-Year Anniversary special lithographs collection to our lucky prize winners.
Congrats to Social Club members Mathias2, JEremiahcamel, SilkTT, Swissfire1291, KnottedRaider and Bear72 who each made off with a #1 edition print from the total set of six designs as part of the Grand Theft Auto III 10-Year Anniversary #1 Lithographs Heist sweepstakes - that's the US Cover, EU Cover, Claude, Kenji, 8-Ball and Misty. For the rest of you trying to score one, some remaining prints are still available for sale at the Rockstar Warehouse while supplies last.
Thanks to everyone for entering, and look out for more giveaways and special opportunities coming up on Social Club as well as on our Twitter and Facebook pages.
Social Club Holiday Giveaway: The Grand Theft Auto III 10-Year Anniversary #1 Lithographs Heist
Posted: December 20, 2011 3:10PM | Author: R* Y
In honor of this month's release of Grand Theft Auto III: 10-Year Anniversary Edition for iOS and Android devices, and in the spirit of giving our Social Club members an exclusive crack at scoring a truly one-of-a-kind prize this holiday season - we present the Grand Theft Auto III: 10-Year Anniversary #1 Lithographs Heist sweepstakes.
This is your chance to attain the #1 edition of the 500 individually numbered limited-run Anniversary Lithographs currently offered for sale at the Rockstar Warehouse. Six lucky winners will each walk away with one of the six #1 Lithographs pictured above - either Claude, Kenji, 8-Ball, Misty or the Anniversary designs of the original US and European cover art (note that winners will not get to choose which they receive, this will be selected at random). These premium, 12"x18" lithos are printed on high-quality cover stock accented with shiny gold-colored foil - the perfect complement to any gaming room or den.
Social Club members, head over to the contest page any time between now and the end of day on January 1st, 2012 and fill out the form to enter (and if you're not already a Social Club member, sign up here). Winners will be selected, verified and announced in the weeks that follow. Of course, if you'd like to guarantee yourself one of the other (non #1) numbered Lithograph designs, hit up the Rockstar Warehouse to shop from the Grand Theft Auto III: 10-Year Anniversary collection.
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