Max Payne 3
PC · 2012
About this game
Max Payne 3 is the third main game in the series and takes place a good few years after the events of the previous entries.
Following his work as a DEA agent and a New York City Police Department detective, protagonist Max Payne moves from Hoboken, New Jersey to São Paulo, Brazil.
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Looking for a new life and to leave his past behind, he works in a private security detail for Rodrigo Branco.
When Branco's wife Fabiana is captured by a street gang during a rooftop party, Payne sets out to save her but the events quickly spiral out of control.
He still drinks heavily and even though the drawn comic book panels are no longer present, the cut-scenes still incorporate the panel look and now further the story using the in-game engine with the characteristic inner dialogue voice-over and the film noir elements.
Halfway through the game Payne also exchanges his typical suit or trench coat for a bearded, short-haired look wearing a shirt.
Compared to the previous game and because of the location the visuals are also often much brighter.
The game is played as a third-person shooter where Payne is often outnumbered by enemies.
To survive, the series' prime bullet time mechanic is essential.
Activating it slows down time and it allows him to jump, dodge, shoot, and lock onto multiple enemies in succession to take them out.
Its length is determined by a bar on the right that needs some time to fill up again.
While in a grounded position after a jump Max stays in that position and can quickly shoot in any direction.
Defeated opponents leave behind weapons that can be exchanged or be emptied for additional ammo.
Multiple weapons can be collected and through a radial menu another one can be selected quickly.
Payne is also able to dual-wield pistols and he uses shotguns and automatic weapons.
The gameplay incorporates a cover mechanic where cover can be sought near virtually any object.
From that safe position it is possible to aim and shoot, or jump out.
To survive, cover needs to be
About PC
PC gaming spans over four decades, from early DOS titles to today's massive Steam and digital-storefront libraries. Because "PC" covers everything from 1990s CD-ROM releases to current AAA titles, it's the single largest platform by game count on Gamevaro. For collectors, PC gaming splits into two very different worlds: physical big-box releases from the 1990s and 2000s (increasingly collectible, especially complete-in-box with original manuals and inserts) and the modern digital library, which Gamevaro tracks for portfolio and spending purposes even though it has no resale market.
Gamevaro tracks Max Payne 3 for PC with separate market values for loose, complete-in-box (CIB) and factory-sealed copies, sourced from real eBay sales. Prices also vary by region — PAL, NTSC-U and NTSC-J releases of the same game often sell for different amounts due to print run sizes and regional collector demand.
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Price history
Market values by condition
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-14 | New (sealed) | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-08-13 | New (sealed) | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-08-12 | New (sealed) | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-08-11 | New (sealed) | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-08-10 | New (sealed) | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-08-09 | New (sealed) | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-08-08 | New (sealed) | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-08-07 | New (sealed) | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-08-06 | New (sealed) | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-08-05 | New (sealed) | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-08-04 | New (sealed) | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-08-03 | New (sealed) | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-08-02 | Sealed / New | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-08-01 | Sealed / New | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-07-31 | Sealed / New | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-07-30 | Sealed / New | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-07-29 | Sealed / New | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-07-28 | Sealed / New | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-07-27 | Sealed / New | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-07-26 | Sealed / New | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-07-25 | Sealed / New | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-07-24 | Sealed / New | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-07-23 | Sealed / New | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-07-22 | Sealed / New | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-07-21 | Sealed / New | OTHER | €19.99 |
| 2026-07-20 | Sealed / New | OTHER | €5.99 |
| 2026-07-19 | Sealed / New | OTHER | €5.99 |
| 2026-07-18 | Sealed / New | OTHER | €5.99 |
| 2026-07-17 | Sealed / New | OTHER | €5.99 |
| 2026-07-16 | Sealed / New | OTHER | €5.99 |
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Max Payne 3, suggesting it doesn't trade hands very often — a sign of relative scarcity compared to more common PC titles.
Complete-in-box (CIB) copies typically command a premium over loose cartridges/discs because the original box and manual are more fragile and get discarded or damaged over time — fewer complete sets survive.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Max Payne 3 worth?
Max Payne 3 for PC is currently worth €17.25 loose, €15.02 complete in box, and €31.56 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Max Payne 3 rare?
Max Payne 3 has only a handful of tracked market sales, suggesting relative scarcity compared to more common PC titles.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for Max Payne 3?
Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. For Max Payne 3, loose is €17.25 and CIB is €15.02 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
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