A Little Closer to Heaven : Max Payne Full Series Retrospective

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[Merch] - avalanche-reviews-shop.fourthwall.com [Membership] - www.youtube.com/channel/UCBRdH7MGiy3EmNG1GndsdIg/join [Patreon] - www.patreon.com/AvalancheReviews This is a deep dive into Max Payne, the groundbreaking 2001 third-person shooter from Remedy. In this in-depth retrospective, we're going to shine a light on the gritty, noir-inspired world of Max Payne, exploring its dark story, bullet time mechanics, and unforgettable atmosphere. As well as taking a close look at every major console port of Max Payne, from the PlayStation 2, Xbox, and Game Boy Advance, to mobile versions and beyond. How did each version compare to the original PC release? What was lost—or gained—in translation? Whether you're a longtime fan of Max Payne or discovering it for the first time, this retrospective covers everything from development history to gameplay analysis, console-specific differences, and the legacy of one of gaming's most iconic antiheroes. Chapters: 00:00:00 Intro 00:03:33 Development 00:05:58 Gameplay 00:28:05 Story 01:01:49 Presentation 01:11:43 Xbox Port 01:18:50 Xbox 360 Backwards Compatible Port 01:21:46 Series X Backwards Compatible Port 01:24:46 PS2 Port 01:31:43 PS5 / PSN Port 01:35:15 Gameboy Advance Version 01:36:36 Max Payne Mobile Port 01:37:23 Conclusion 01:38:53 End / Supporter Q&A