The third-person shooter video game Max Payne was developed by Remedy Entertainment and published by Rockstar Games. 

The setting of game is located in New York City, and follows the story of Max Payne, a police detective who is on a mission to seek revenge for the death of his wife and child. The game is known for its graphic novel-inspired storytelling and its use of the "bullet time" mechanic, which allows players to slow down time during combat.

The game begins with Max, a police officer in New York, returning home to find his wife and child brutally murdered by a group of drug-crazed thugs. Consumed by grief and a desire for revenge, Max quits the police force and becomes a vigilante, determined to track down and kill those responsible for the deaths of his family.

As Max delves deeper into the city's seedy underbelly, he discovers a web of corruption and deception that leads him to a powerful crime syndicate known as the "Punishers". Max must use all of his training and skills to take on the Punishers, fighting his way through gritty, gritty streets and gritty buildings, using a variety of weapons and tactics to take out his enemies.

Gameplay:

The gameplay in Max Payne is fast-paced and action-packed, with players using a variety of weapons to take out enemies, including pistols, shotguns, and machine guns. Max Payne also features a "bullet time" mechanic, allowing players to slow down time during combat, allowing for more precise aiming and dodging of bullets.

The game's levels are designed to be non-linear, with players able to explore and discover new paths and secrets as they progress through the game. The game also features a variety of boss battles, including a climactic showdown with the leader of the Punishers.

Max Payne is a classic and iconic game known for its intense action, graphic novel-inspired storytelling, and use of the "bullet time" mechanic. The game's dark and gritty atmosphere and complex and engaging storyline make it a must-play for fans of the third-person shooter genre.

Max Payne is a third-person shooter game set in New York City, where the player takes the role of a cop-turned-vigilante named Max Payne, who is taking revenge for the death of his wife and child. The game features intense action, fast-paced gameplay, and a unique "bullet time" mechanic that allows players to slow down time during combat, making it a classic and iconic game in the genre.