Part 49

Follow our expert guide to Mafia: Definitive Edition's Part 49, covering the 'Fairplay' mission, including Tommy's dialogue, Morello's brutality, and the race track heist.

Alright, let's dive into Part 49 of Mafia: Definitive Edition. This section is heavy on dialogue and backstory, really fleshing out the characters and the world. We'll hear Tommy's perspective on his life and the mob, and then get a brutal demonstration of Morello's character.

Walkthrough:

1. Tommy's Interview: You'll start with Tommy talking to Detective Norman. He's explaining his involvement in the mob, trying to justify his actions by saying he doesn't seek trouble but won't back down when challenged. He talks about the respect and power that comes with being part of the Salieri family, and how people either want your help or fear your destruction. He also touches on the corruption, mentioning how the Mafia pays off cops and bureaucrats, even facilitating illegal shipments. It's a lot of exposition, but it really paints a picture of the world you're in.
2. Morello's Temper: After Tommy's talk, the game cuts to a scene showing Morello. He's driving a fancy car, a Silver Fletcher, when some guy in a Bolt Model B Fordor bumps into him. This guy is clearly terrified, apologizing profusely, but Morello completely loses it. He yells at the poor guy, punches him, and then yanks his head into his car door repeatedly until the man is unconscious and bloody. A nearby cop sees it but does absolutely nothing. This scene is a stark reminder of how ruthless and violent Morello is, and how little the law seems to matter to these guys.
3. Salieri's Bar - The Mission Briefing: The scene shifts back to Salieri's Bar, where Salieri has a job for Tommy. He trusts Tommy because he's a good driver and has experience. The setup is a city race: the best cars are competing, and Salieri has bet big on a particular driver he helped. The problem? A European racer with a car that's apparently a real threat has shown up, and Salieri's informant, Ralphy, only found out about it recently. Ralphy, despite knowing cars, is apparently a bit of a moron and didn't tell Salieri sooner. Salieri is worried because many of his own men have bet on the same horse, and losing that money would make him look bad.
4. The Plan: Salieri explains that he and his Consigliere, Frank, have come up with a plan. They don't want to directly harm the European driver because that wouldn't be