Mafia 3 is one of the biggest release of 2016 as it is the latest installment in the acclaimed crime thriller series. If you are planning to pick up the sequel, there are a few complementary products also worth checking out. Before you can find our buying guide for the best items to purchase along with the open-world action-adventure title.
Season Pass
The development team at Hangar 13 is planning to support Mafia III for one year after the game’s launch with three major expansions.
The first big DLC is called “Faster, Baby!” as Lincoln will be collaborating with Roxy Laveau is order to go up against a corrupt sheriff who has been harassing Civil Rights activists. Among the activities include exhilarating chases in addition to pulling off big stunts.
The second expansion has the name of “Sign of the Times.” In this episode, Lincoln helps Father James to hunt down a cult that has been killing people in the inner city for ritualistic reasons.
The third and final DLC is “Stones Unturned,” which explores the past of the main protagonist of the game. Lincoln’s old rival from his time serving in the military for the Vietnam War has resurfaced. Working the CIA Agent, John Donovan, Lincoln must tracked his adversary down.
All three packs come with the Season Pass, which also includes exclusive vehicles, weapons and other bonuses. The pass can be bought separately (you can do so with this link). It is also included in the Deluxe and Collector’s Edition bundles. You can purchase the two editions of the game with the following pages: Deluxe Edition and Collector’s Edition.
Strategy Guides
Mafia 3 is expected to be a massive open-world game. If you want to do everything in the sequel, you might want to check out the official strategy guide from Prima Games.
The book will provide coverage on every mission, including detailed maps to help readers find all the collectibles (such as album covers, junction boxes, Playboy magazine issues, Vargas paintings and more), mission objectives as well as other locations. Also included is a free eGuide, which features an interactive city map of New Bordeaux. You can purchase the Mafia III: Prima Official Guide here.
Hardcore fans might want to check out the Collector’s Edition instead. The bundle comes with a full-colored 8 inch by 10 and 7/8 inch calendar. Also included is a case files bonus section that will let you learn more about New Bordeaux through the lens of FBI documents, newspaper articles, postcard messages, surveillance photos and more.
Buy the Mafia III: Prima Collector’s Edition Guide via this link.
Official Soundtracks
The development team paid special attention to the original game score and official soundtrack in order to replicate New Orleans in the 1960s. Both the Mafia III: Original Game Score and Mafia III: Official Soundtrack of New Bordeaux are available in 180 gram audiophile pressing in the Collector’s Edition. The bundle also comes with The Art of Mafia III, faux leather establishment drink coasters and Lincoln Clay replica dog tags.
The Mafia III Collector’s Edition can be purchase via this page.
Art Book
The aforementioned official art book is also available as a standalone. The book showcases the characters and locations from the open-world videogame. It also features commentary from Dave Smith, the art director behind the software product.
The Art of Mafia III is available for purchase here.
Mafia III Pulp Novel
Last but not least, you might also want to check out Mafia III Pulp Novel. This product is designed after the pulp novels from the 1960s, which are based on organized crime. It will also expand on the plot of the videogame, as it features the same characters and locations.
Buy the Mafia III Pulp Novel with this link.
So, if you are buying Mafia 3, make sure to check out the aforementioned complementary products.