Mafia 3: 8 New Gameplay Features You Need To Know About

2. Vehicles Are Now More Customisable Than Ever

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The deluge of vehicles that have made their way into Mafia III are all customisable. Yep, everything from performance upgrades to bulletproof tires are now only a quick purchase away, and seeing just how explosive this entry can get, they're probably going to be a priority for a lot of players when they finally get access to their own set of wheels.

Mafia has, of course, opted for a different style of driving than most other open world titles. Car's feel more weighty and, some would say, more arcade-y. They can ram things, stick to roads like nothing else, and hit the tarmac at a breakneck pace. It marks a departure from previous games in the series (where cars were slower and restricted to but a few minor upgrades), but there's no denying it makes for a cooler looking title.

I mean, come on, look at how sleek all those muscle cars are. Granted, they'll be able to navigate a corner about as well as a freight train, but at least you'll look sweet as you ram the competition off the roads.

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