Remedy Entertainment had a tiny budget of and a small team, which meant they couldn't afford expensive, motion-captured cinematics. To save money, they used graphic novel panels instead of 3D cutscenes.
This authenticity is why the Xbox version’s atmosphere feels so heavy—every brick and alleyway was modeled after real locations the team scouted on that "terrifying" trip. 3. Xbox vs. The Competition Max Payne [Xbox Classic]
It featured Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound , making every bullet and shell casing drop echo through your living room. Remedy Entertainment had a tiny budget of and