Mafia III: Tips and Tricks for Beginners

Don’t Forget to Block

During melee combat, you can block and reverse incoming attacks. To melee, press Circle/B within range. This will start a combo that you can continue by simply repeatedly pressing the button. Once enough damage is done, you’ll finish your opponent. There will be times when an enemy won’t just be treated like a punching bag, though. They’ll try to fight you with everything they got, and can even beat you if you aren’t careful.

When an enemy goes for a physical attack in Mafia III, a prompt to press Triangle/Y will appear quickly on screen. Press it to block and continue your onslaught. It’s easy to forget that it’s an option, especially when taking on multiple foes, but it will prove to be a lifesaving ability.