One reason no one ever talks about Mafia 12 is because of the story. The story seemed weak and ill-concieved. At times it seemed as though it was being made up on the spot and it never really seemed to connect with what was actually happening. But judge for yourself.
Nintendo of Europe
Jim: I've gathered all of you characters together today to let you know that Nintendo of Japan has come up with a new gimm!ck for a game... oh sorry, a new sparkling innovation for a game and, instead of slapping Mario on it or some other franchise character, has agreed to let one of you be the star and give you a chance to gain some fan support.
Stanley: That's great! But why is Link here? He doesn't need it.
Jim: I know it might seem that way but let's face it. Link has no other spinoffs. He just has his adventure game. Well, true he does appear in Smash Bros and was pretty popular in Soul Calibar 2, he could use a spinoff. A chance to widen out. Frankly, I think he could use it. The Zelda series is getting rather stale. I mean, Gamespot gave the latest game an 8.8. Clearly, it's getting old.
Link: I have an idea. Why don't we all appear in this title together?
Jim: No. Reggie vetoed that idea. Only the strongest among you should get the honor. I'm not sure how we'll choose this.
Narrator: Yeah, at this point, we all know the drill. The people get together. Let's do this fairly. We'll select one person each day who will be eliminated from the competition. Problem is, some other people get a better idea. Form a group and kill off everyone else so that they win. Then there are those with their own agenda.
Little Johnny: But if people can't appear in the game together, why would they work together in a group called a mafia?
Narrator: Santa Claus isn't real.
Little Johnny: Words can't express how much I hate you right now.
Waluigi: Who's little Johnny?
Jim: That isn't important right now. What is important is that I think you have a great idea there. Select those not worthy. Reggie will want to see you tomorrow to catch up on your progress. Also, some marketing people may wish to talk to you first before the day is done and throw a few "suggestions" your way.
Steve: Hey. Weren't you fired for always giving away information?
Jim: I wasn't fired. I quit.
Steve: Then how come you're working for Nintendo right now.
Jim: Because it's the past.
Steve: Then how did I know you had left?
Jim: Look. Just get out of my office. You are not going to win anyways.
Steve: Cold man. Just cold.
Little Johnny: Abd how can a group of townies win? Only one person gets to be in the game, not a group.
Narrator: I can see I'm going to need some more alcohol for this adventure.
Little Johnny: I hate it when he starts drinking.
Now get voting! The day closes at Midnight Central Time.