5 Games like Mafia II (Classic) on Nintendo Switch that you should try

What brings it close to Mafia II (Classic) is strong narrative focus, open world exploration and melee combat, and the two track each other on genre, tone and world. To that it adds a third-person camera and historical setting. They part company on progression and game mode: this one brings loot and gear systems, and co-op play.

Shelved next to Mafia II (Classic) for good reason: strong narrative focus, open world exploration and melee combat. To that it adds exploration and discovery, and multiplayer gameplay. They part company on visuals and world: this one brings dark, oppressive atmosphere and tactical combat.

On paper it is what Mafia II (Classic) is — strong narrative focus, open world exploration and melee combat — though the resemblance is mostly at that level. To that it adds a third-person camera and single-player focus. They part company on combat and visuals: this one brings dark, oppressive atmosphere and a first-person view.

The resemblance to Mafia II (Classic) is about as close as this list gets: they line up on genre, game mode and tone. The common ground extends to historical setting and single-player focus. Where they diverge is world.

Genre puts it alongside Mafia II (Classic), and so does strong narrative focus, open world exploration and melee combat. To that it adds a third-person camera and fantasy world. They part company on setting and visuals: this one brings a sci-fi setting and 2D presentation.