Mafia II - The Betrayal of Jimmy

Lore & Background

Jimmy is a cold-blooded killer and a freelance enforcer, known for his efficiency and lack of remorse. Unlike the more nuanced characters of the main Mafia II story, Jimmy is a blunt instrument of violence, driven by a simple code: personal retribution and survival. His background is largely shrouded in mystery—no childhood home, no whispered name from his past—but his actions speak of a man who has seen the worst of Empire Bay's underworld and has become a product of its brutality. He is less a man than a force of nature: a ghost who leaves only corpses and spent shell casings in his wake.

In Their Own Story

The rain-slicked streets of Empire Bay gleamed under the neon signs. Jimmy sat in his car, the engine idling, a photograph of a smiling man taped to the dashboard. He crushed the photo in his fist. 'You thought you could walk away,' he muttered, the words lost in the hum of the wipers. He checked his revolver, the weight familiar in his hand. The betrayal was a wound that only blood could close. He put the car in gear and drove into the night, a ghost in a city of ghosts. Every alley he passed held a memory of violence; every shadow could be the next ambush. The hunt had begun.

Reader's Guide

The Betrayal of Jimmy is a series of missions that form a self-contained story within the Jimmy's Vendetta DLC. The campaign begins with Jimmy carrying out standard enforcement jobs for the Vinci family, but quickly escalates as he discovers that someone within the organization has set him up. The narrative is driven by Jimmy's investigation into the betrayal, leading him to confront rival gangsters, corrupt cops, and former allies. The missions are structured as a linear series of violent encounters, with Jimmy using a variety of weapons and vehicles to complete his objectives. The campaign culminates in a final confrontation where Jimmy exacts his revenge, eliminating those responsible for the betrayal. The story matters as it expands the lore of Empire Bay's criminal underworld, showcasing a different perspective from the main game's narrative, and highlighting the brutal, unforgiving nature of life in the Mafia. It also serves as a showcase for the DLC's new gameplay mechanics and mission types.

Did You Know?

• Unlike the main game's protagonist, Vito Scaletta, Jimmy has no backstory or family ties explored in the DLC, making him a more enigmatic figure.
• The DLC features a variety of mission types, including car chases, shootouts, and stealth sections, but is primarily focused on direct action and combat.
• The title 'Jimmy's Vendetta' reflects the central plot point of the DLC, where Jimmy is double-crossed and seeks personal revenge.