Explore the underground world

Have you ever wondered what it is like to live in a dark, underground world of mobsters? Gangsters 2 is a strategy game that will let you experience what it is like to operate illegal businesses. Do you think you are ready for what you might discover? 

A gangster’s revenge

This game is known for its complexity. In Gangster 2, you will get to wear the shoes of a mobster who is seeking to avenge the untimely death of his father. It follows a story of vengeance and rising to power that begins with establishing a solid chain of illegal operations. By expanding your business, you will be able to hire more members that will eventually become your underlings. The game basically follows a cycle of expanding territories and gaining more minions. You are able to take over a new area by sending your people to kill and conquer a base. Of course, it will be inevitable for you to eventually encounter rival gangs who will attempt to bring you down. From time to time, enemies will try to destroy the establishments you have built and take over your territories. When this happens, the solution is pretty simple: you eliminate them. 

Of course, being a notorious gang comes with some setbacks. Popularity means also being known by the police. This also means that running your operations will become more difficult. I find this part of the game pretty annoying, although it does make sense. What do you do then? Well, let me just tell you the policemen can be bribed. 

Explore the 1920s

If you are a fan of old-school designs, you will love the setting of this game. It is set in the city of Chicago during the early 1920s. The buildings and architecture are modeled accordingly to establish the era. It is a pity, though, that you will not get to enjoy much of the sceneries in this game because you will be spending more time underground than in broad daylight. Such is the life of an underground boss. Running illegal operations are ideally done in secluded areas. You will then find yourself well acquainted with the provided the map that shows the location of your territories, your underlings, and your enemies. They will appear as tiny, color-coded dots on the screen. From this point of view, you can strategize carefully and make orders to your gang members. 

The endgame

After going through so much trouble in trying to dominate the underground world, the game offers many possible endings for when you lose. There are 4 scenarios you can end up having, namely, execution, imprisonment, death, and bankruptcy. Execution would mean being arrested and later on electrocuted to death. It is different from dying in the hands of your opponents, which is another ending on its own. Imprisonment simply means being thrown to prison. Bankruptcy ends with you walking away from an empty office after losing all your riches and hard work.

A dark story unfolds

Gangster 2 follows a really complicated storyline and the game justifies it with its equally ominous gameplay. The game will keep you intrigued and will push you to strive in the underworld.