In Stapleton’s words:
This is a logical explanation, but it doesn’t fully explain why they didn’t get early access. Was there a bigger issue with 2K Games, perhaps? Stapleton goes on by explaining more about Mafia 3’s publisher.
If Stapleton is telling the truth, then IGN isn’t at fault. His statement suggests that they did try to review Mafia 3 before it’s official launch date, but were unable to. They may not be happy about it, but that won’t stop them from reviewing the game when it’s released this week.
Even after the setback, Stapleton is assuring everyone that IGN will get right on Mafia 3 this upcoming Thursday, the game’s release day. Fans who are unable to purchase it the first day, or for those who wish to read reviews before breaking out sixty bucks for game may want to wait and listen to what reviews say.
