Max Payne 3

Max Payne 3

Shooter
2012

Max Payne 3 is an upcoming Shooter game releasing on PlayStation 3, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac. Scheduled to launch on May 15, 2012.

Developed by Rockstar New England, Rockstar Vancouver, Rockstar London, Rockstar Toronto and published by Rockstar Games, Take-Two Interactive.

Release Date: 05/16/2012

Released
Max Payne 3 cover
trailer

Story

Throughout the single-player mode, players control Max Payne, a former detective who has become a vigilante after the murder of his wife and daughter. Nine years after the events of the second game, Max becomes employed as a private security contractor in Brazil, but quickly becomes entangled in a quest filled with death and betrayal.

Screenshots

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Game Information

Platforms

PlayStation 3PC (Microsoft Windows)MacXbox 360

Genres

Shooter

Developers

  • Rockstar New England
  • Rockstar Vancouver
  • Rockstar London
  • Rockstar Toronto

Publishers

  • Rockstar Games
  • Take-Two Interactive

Age Rating

ESRB: Unknown

Player Perspective

Third person

Multiplayer

  • Online: up to 16 players

Ratings & Reviews

89%
Critic Score
12 reviews
82%
User Score
1015 ratings

Features & Details

Themes & Elements

ActionThrillerSandbox

Game Modes

Single playerMultiplayer

Key Features

helicopterneo noirbloodymurderdrugsdeathrun and gungangs

Game Engine

Built with RAGE, Euphoria Engine

Release Information

Primary Release Date

May 15, 2012

✅ Already released

Platform Release Dates

PlayStation 3

May 18, 2012
Europe
May 15, 2012
North America
May 18, 2012
Australia

Xbox 360

May 18, 2012
Europe
May 18, 2012
Australia
May 15, 2012
North America

PC (Microsoft Windows)

June 1, 2012
North America
June 5, 2012
Australia
June 1, 2012
Europe

Mac

June 20, 2013
Worldwide

Release Notes

  • Release dates may vary by region and platform
  • Pre-orders may be available before the official release date
  • Digital releases typically go live at 00:00 local time
  • Physical releases may arrive a few days earlier or later depending on shipping

System Requirements

Estimated system requirements for Max Payne 3 on PC

Minimum Requirements

os:Windows 10 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 7 2700X
memory:16 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA RTX 2060 / AMD RX 6600 XT
directx:Version 12
storage:50 GB available space (SSD recommended)

Recommended Requirements

✨ Recommended
os:Windows 11 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i7-10700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
memory:32 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA RTX 3080 / AMD RX 6800 XT
directx:Version 12
storage:100 GB available space (NVMe SSD recommended)

Important Notes

  • These are estimated requirements based on game analysis and industry standards
  • Official system requirements will be announced closer to release date
  • SSD storage highly recommended for reduced loading times
  • Requirements may vary for different graphics settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra)
  • VR games may have additional requirements if VR support is included

💡Performance Tips

For the best experience with Max Payne 3, consider upgrading to an SSD, ensuring your graphics drivers are up to date, and closing unnecessary background applications before playing.

Frequently Asked Questions about Max Payne 3