8 Reasons Mafia 3 Is One 2016's Most Underrated Gems

4. The Only Game To Continue Shadow Of Mordor's Nemesis System

Remember this? Developers Monolith helped create one of the most innovative and unique gameplay systems of the new generation back in 2014, one we thought every developer under the sun would start implementing going forward.

Indeed, the idea of having the game generate its own cast of villains based on which enemies bring you down was genius, as was the idea of turning others to your side as you mount an increasingly large offensive over the course of the game.

It's the latter that Mafia III has adapted somewhat, as once you've taken over any number of Rackets (small businesses within a given district), you'll have to decide whether or not to hire the person in charge or kill them on the spot. Doing the former builds up the amount of cash you'll net once the entire district is taken over, whereas knifing their face off right there and then, gives you a payout immediately.

Choose wisely, as you'll need all the cash you can get for better weapons and loadout options as you head into the next mission.