Saturday, September 4, 2010

GPS Tracking Enters the Mafia II Gaming World

(My Original Blog Post: http://ping.fm/nykvy)
2K Czech has just released the much anticipated Mafia II videogame for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and Microsoft Windows. While the game has garnered mixed reviews thus far, there’s no denying the fact that this version of the videogame has something the first one didn’t: GPS tracking technology.

You may be wondering how a videogame that’s supposedly set something during the 1940s includes modern day technology. Well, you’re not alone. While the addition of GPS tracking devices into the video game have some avid Mafia fans puzzled, this modern day mix-up does make the game more exciting. Now that the police in the game have GPS trackers, it’s hard to escape the “wanted” list.



Gamers will have to find a way to bring down their “wanted” level why also trying to stump tracking technology – not an easy feat! The game is modeled on real-life police stories that now frequently include tracking technology. Police all across the country rely on GPS to capture and find criminals – a reality that has now crossed into the videogame world.

As for the rest of Mafia II, many gamers are finding this version frustrating. Aside from attempting to escape well-equipped police officers, gamers must also go on personal missions that some may find rather tedious. Mafia II can now be found in gaming and electronics retail stores across the country. If you’re looking for a way to pass the time, check out Mafia II, and let us know what your opinion of this newly released game is. Already played the new game? Sound off on your Mafia II experience.

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