Max Payne 3 was just announced today but as awesome as that is there was a little addition to the press release which stated that the original Max Payne will be heading to mobile devices in all it’s HD glory. A little digging and a word from someone over at Rockstar has confirmed it will be arriving on Android.
We figured we needed to make sure this was coming over to Android for two reasons:
1) ‘Mobile Devices’ is such a generic term and although the press release states HD graphics and all that good stuff, it could just mean iOS and other devices. Generally if this is true though they just say iOS.
2) We just wanted to make sure we weren’t still asleep imagining that Max Payne is coming to Android.
Max Payne will come with all the HD graphics, high-resolution textures and features found in the PC version of the title. That is certainly not all though as the game will also tie into the Rockstar Games Social Club. Now if you are wondering about the controls, have no fear. The controls for Max Payne will be highly customizable and will also feature support for wired controllers should you rather use one to play than touchscreen controls.
Considering the press release also states that it will take advantage of the latest technology for mobile devices, along with how heavily detailed this game will be, that you’ll need a dual-core device to play Max Payne on. No word just yet on when it will actually be released or for what price but considering that this is a Triple-A title that had a pretty big budget, is anyone still questioning the validity of Android gaming?
Full press release below. Hopefully we can dig up some screenshots of this mobile version.
Developer Website: Rockstar Games
New York, NY, September 8, 2011 – Rockstar Games, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), is proud to announce that Max Payne 3 is expected to launch on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and PC in March 2012 in North America and Europe.
“Max Payne 3 gave us an amazing creative opportunity to evolve one of our most iconic characters,” said Sam Houser, Founder of Rockstar Games. “We’re excited to show fans a modern version of Max that pulls them back into his dark and twisted story.”
Max Payne 3 continues the tale of former New York City detective, Max Payne. Still haunted by the memories of his traumatic past, Max begins a new life working private security protecting a wealthy industrialist and his family in Sao Paulo, Brazil. When gangs target the family under his protection, Max is forced to fight to save his clients and clear his name, in a bid to, once and for all, rid himself of the demons that have tortured him for far too long.
Picking up where the release of Max Payne 2 from series creator Remedy Entertainment left off, Max Payne 3 is a true cross-studio collaboration between Rockstar Games’ global development teams. The game utilizes cutting edge technology for a seamless, cinematic action experience, incorporating the latest advances in Natural Motion physics and a brand new iteration of Rockstar’s own Rockstar Advanced Game Engine. The result offers highly-refined gameplay, with an extensive range of realistic weaponry, an intelligent cover system and sophisticated Bullet-Time mechanics.
In addition to an expansive single-player campaign, Max Payne 3 will be the first title in the series to introduce an addictive multiplayer experience. Max Payne 3’s multiplayer aims to deliver a compelling experience that dynamically alters maps and mode progression for all players in a match. Along with traditional multiplayer modes, Max Payne 3 will also include a deep reward and leveling system, persistent clans and multiple strategic load-out options.
For fans looking for a new way to enjoy the classic Max Payne, Rockstar Games is happy to announce that Max Payne will receive the full HD treatment for mobile devices. Available for the first time on mobile, Max Payne will have connectivity to the Rockstar Games Social Club and boast the same features as its PC counterparts – including HD graphics and high-resolution textures that take advantage of the latest mobile technologies, including incredibly customizable controls and support for wired controllers.
Max Payne 3 promises to delivers a dark, gritty action experience that is sure to satisfy newcomers and fans to the historic franchise.
For more information, log onto www.rockstargames.com/maxpayne3.
About Take-Two Interactive Software
Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a global developer, marketer and publisher of interactive entertainment software games for the PC, PlayStation®3 and PlayStation®2 computer entertainment systems, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Wii™, Nintendo DS™, iPhone®, iPod® touch and iPad®. The Company publishes and develops products through its wholly owned labels Rockstar Games and 2K, which publishes its titles under 2K Games, 2K Sports and 2K Play. The Company’s common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO. For more corporate and product information please visit our website at www.take2games.com.
