Remington Model 870

Lore & Background

Its design reflects the post-war era of the 1940s and 1950s, consistent with the game's setting. The weapon's reliability and stopping power make it a favored choice for intimidating enemies or clearing rooms in shootouts. Its pump-action mechanism requires manual cycling between shots, but it offers a faster rate of fire than break-action shotguns, balancing power with speed. The weapon's appearance varies slightly between games, but it retains its iconic wooden stock and metal receiver. The shotgun's presence in the series underscores the gritty, realistic tone of the Mafia franchise, where firearms are tools of both crime and order.

In Their Own Story

The rain-slicked streets of Empire Bay glistened under the flickering neon signs. Across the alley, two cops shouted orders, their flashlights cutting through the darkness. Vito pumped the shotgun, the click echoing like a promise. He stepped out, fired once, and the nearest officer crumpled. The second cop dove for cover, but Vito was already advancing, the shotgun's barrel steady. In the close quarters of the alley, there was no room for error—only the thunder of the 12-gauge.

Reader's Guide

It fires a spread of pellets, making it devastating at short range but laughably inaccurate past a few meters. Use it in tight spaces like cramped apartments, shadowy alleys, or during vehicle takedowns where every pellet counts. It holds up to 6 rounds in its tube magazine, and each shot demands a manual pump of the forend—a rhythmic, satisfying click-clack that can be chained quickly for a high rate of fire. But beware: reloading is a slow, deliberate process that leaves you vulnerable; time it carefully between bursts of violence. Aim for center mass—the pellet spread forgives a slightly off reticle, and one or two shots will drop most enemies. Its weakness is range and reload speed, so pair it with a pistol or submachine gun for versatility.

Did You Know?

• The weapon is often carried by police officers in the game, reflecting its real-world use by law enforcement.