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            anyone can write a decent game mod, create a map and then distribute 
            it to other gamers who play it for a few weeks until the next one 
            comes along. Only the true innovator can create an elegant and complex 
            mod in a specified time period. Only a talented few are interested 
            in elevating the mod community into the realm of high art… 
 By rewarding the talents and resources of a worldwide community of 
            aspiring game developers and artists, the Max Payne 2 Official Mod 
            Contest is a catalyst for talented individuals intimately familiar 
            with game mods as well as those who might have never attempted to 
            create a mod before.
 
 Download the Max Payne 2 mod tools and tutorials here: http://www.rockstargames.com/maxpayne2/mods
 
 The Max Payne 2 mod contest publicly recognizes and rewards talented 
            individuals across the globe that create the most compelling mods 
            in three categories. Winners will be judged by representatives from 
            Remedy, Rockstar, Computer Gaming World and Shacknews. Winners in 
            all categories will have their mods included on CGW’s monthly 
            CD, as well as made available for download from the official Max 
            Payne 2 site and a variety of mod community sites around 
            the net. Read on for categories and official rules.
 
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                | Utilizing 
                    all elements of the Max Payne Max-Ed tools, the winner will 
                    create an original mod that expands the gameplay of Max Payne 
                    2. Let your imagination run wild or simply extend the story 
                    included with the retail game. The choices in this category 
                    are all yours. Length of gameplay is not central to winning 
                    this category; rather the most complete, finely tuned mod 
                    that brings to life either a new way of playing Max Payne 
                    2 or an exhilarating extension of its current gameplay will 
                    be crowned the winner.
 As its title implies, originality counts as much as technical 
                    skill. Whether its a well-written and unique story, a new 
                    mode of play unlike any we’ve seen before, or a visual 
                    style that surprises and delights, the game is your canvas.
 
 Prize:
 
 Custom Max Payne 2 PC from Falcon Northwest
 Complete with Max Payne 2 artwork and illuminated logo.
 
 Click here 
                    for full system specifications.
 
 Click the image to the right to see more detail.
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                | Mods 
                  worthy of this category will create a new Max Payne 2 Dead Man 
                  Walking bonus level. The winner will be the level that best 
                  expresses the speed and frenzied excitement inherent in the 
                  Dead Man Walking gameplay mode, without altering the mode’s 
                  fundamental gameplay rules. Once again, originality will be 
                  considered as part of the judging criteria, along with technical 
                  expertise and overall level design. 
 Prize:
 
 ATI RADEON™ 9800 XT
 
 Visit ATI’s web site for more information 
                  here.
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                | Utlizing 
                  the Max Payne Max-Ed tools, the winner will create a short, 
                  scripted film based around either elements contained inside 
                  Max Payne 2 or custom skins, textures and environments. Length 
                  of film is not central to winning, rather the most complete, 
                  well edited and best sound-designed film that conveys a storyline 
                  will be crowned the winner. Can be based on a mod or on the 
                  game as shipped. 
 Prize:
 
 Logitech® Cordless MX™ Duo keyboard and mouse
 
 Visit Logitech’s web site for more information here.
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                  | Winners 
                    in all three categories will also receive a Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne prize pack filled with 
                    wearable Max Payne 2 swag. Included in the pack: knit cap, 
                    t-shirt, jacket and pin set.
 
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 Entry period is now closed.  Please stay tuned for winner details.  Sign up for the Max Payne mailing list to be among the first to know.
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          here for official contest rules.Please email us at [email protected] if you have any questions about this contest.
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