In , there are two main types of collectibles in the base game: Playboy Magazines and Wanted Posters. If you are playing the Definitive Edition, there are additional items to find. 1. Playboy Magazines (50 total)
These are mission-specific and can only be collected during their respective chapters. Availability: Mostly found indoors during missions.
Chapters: There are no magazines in Chapter 1. They appear from Chapters 2 through 15.
Achievement: Collecting all 50 earns the "Ladies' Man" trophy/achievement.
Tracking: You can view collected magazines in the "Extras" menu.
Tip: If you miss one, you must replay that specific chapter via the Main Menu to get it. 2. Wanted Posters (159 or 189 total)
Unlike magazines, these can be collected at any time while you are free-roaming the city.
Locations: Typically found on the exterior walls of buildings and in alleyways across Empire Bay. Classic Version: Contains 159 posters.
Definitive Edition: Adds 30 new posters, for a total of 189.
Achievement: Collecting all posters earns the "Card Sharp" trophy/achievement.
Best Time to Collect: Chapter 14 is often recommended for "cleaning up" posters because you have plenty of money for bribes and full access to the map. 3. DLC Collectibles Joe's Adventures
: Features 19 additional Playboy Magazines specific to this DLC. Jimmy's Vendetta
: Does not have traditional collectibles, but focuses on point-based achievements like earning 1,000,000 points. Interactive Tools & Map Resources
For exact locations, using an interactive map or a video guide is highly recommended:
Interactive Map: Use the MapGenie Mafia 2 Interactive Map to toggle specific collectible types like Playboy Magazine or Wanted Poster.
Full Video Guide: Check out the PowerPyx Mafia 2 Collectibles Guide for a chronological mission walkthrough.
Wanted Poster Map: A detailed, zoomable map for the "Card Sharp" achievement can be found on the Steam Community Mafia 2 Guide.
This guide covers all collectibles in Mafia II: Definitive Edition , including the base game and its DLCs. Mafia Wiki Collectible Overview mafia 2 all collectibles guide
There are two primary types of collectibles in the main game: Playboy Magazines Wanted Posters Steam Community Playboy Magazines (50 Total): Found only during specific story chapters. Wanted Posters (159 Classic / 189 Definitive):
Found throughout the city of Empire Bay and can be collected during free-roam at any time. DLC Collectibles: An additional 19 Playboy Magazines are featured in Joe’s Adventures Steam Community Playboy Magazines (Story Mode)
These are chapter-specific. If you miss one, you must use the Load Chapter option from the main menu to retrieve it. Steam Community Key Locations
Joe's coffee table; shelf in the garage at Bruski's scrapyard.
Outside Derek’s office; entrance hall of Maria Agnello’s apartment; three inside the Office of Price Administration.
Next to a box in the bookstore; bottom of the second mall stairwell; rooftop shelter; Joe's apartment building (first floor).
Top floor of the building across from the distillery; first floor distillery office (missable due to fire); next to Henry after he is shot.
Prison yard (behind bleachers and near guard tower); laundry room on a dryer.
Joe’s apartment top floor; Harry’s Gun Shop (bottom of stairs); Vito's new apartment (landing and kitchen table).
Foundry shack (on oil drum); foundry floor (near oil barrels); metal shack in the alley near the end of the foundry.
Maltese Falcon bar; side tunnel in the sewers; slaughterhouse (behind scrap bin and back right corner). Chapter 10
Hotel laundry backroom; stairwell to the 16th floor; rooftop near the window washer lift; master bathroom of Vito's mansion. Chapter 11
Leo’s mansion (windowsill and bathroom hamper); hallway across from Eric's apartment; next to Joe’s bed; back of King Tara's pub. Chapter 12
Sea Gift Fishing Co. warehouse (back corner and up the stairs); courtyard behind a Shubert Truck. Chapter 13
Red Dragon Restaurant booth; small opium room on a crate; basement armory box. Chapter 14
Southeast corner of the construction rooftop; bottom of stairs on a pallet; back corner of the room with the final shooters. Chapter 15
Entrance stairwell; observatory rooftop terrace; telescope room; center of the room after killing Carlo Falcone. Wanted Posters (Empire Bay) In , there are two main types of
Wanted Posters are mugshots of the development team. While they are always available, Chapter 14
is recommended for hunting them as you have maximum cash for bribes and full access to the city. Steam Community Classic Version: 159 posters. Definitive Edition: 189 posters (adds 30 new ones). Locations:
Check building exteriors, back alleys, and behind dumpsters in districts like Little Italy Sand Island Steam Community Mafia Wiki Wanted Poster Guide provides interactive maps for each district. Mafia Wiki Collectibles in Mafia II | Mafia Wiki | Fandom
This guide covers the locations and strategies for finding all 159 collectibles in
. Collecting these items is required for the "Ladies' Man" and "Card Sharp" trophies/achievements. 1. Playboy Magazines (50 Total)
Playboy magazines are the primary collectible in the game. They are scattered across story chapters and cannot be collected in Free Ride (unless using mods). If you miss one, you must replay the specific chapter via the Chapter Select menu.
Chapter 2: 2 Magazines (Joe's Apartment and Mike Bruski's Scrap Yard).
Chapter 3: 3 Magazines (Derek’s Office, Maria Agnello’s apartment building, and Price Administration). Chapter 4: 4 Magazines (Mall/Department Store). Chapter 5: 3 Magazines (Distillery). Chapter 6: 3 Magazines (Prison Yard and Laundry).
Chapter 7: 3 Magazines (Harry’s Gun Shop and Joe’s new apartment building). Chapter 8: 3 Magazines (The Foundry). Chapter 9: 3 Magazines (The Slaughterhouse). Chapter 10: 4 Magazines (Empire Arms Hotel).
Chapter 11: 5 Magazines (Leo Galante’s Mansion and Eric’s Apartment). Chapter 12: 3 Magazines (Sea Gift Fishing Co. warehouse). Chapter 13: 3 Magazines (Red Dragon Restaurant).
Chapter 14: 3 Magazines (Vinci’s Building/Construction Site). Chapter 15: 4 Magazines (Planetarium). 2. Wanted Posters (159 Total)
Wanted posters are scattered throughout the open world of Empire Bay. Unlike magazines, these can be collected at any time during or between missions.
Tracking: You can check your progress in the "Collectibles" section of the Main Menu. Locations:
They are typically found on the back of buildings, in alleys, and under bridges. High-Density Areas: Look thoroughly in Little Italy , Sand Island, and .
Completion Tip: Use a map or a video guide to mark them off by district, as hunting for the last few without a checklist is extremely difficult. 3. DLC Collectibles (Joes's Adventures & Jimmy's Vendetta)
If you are playing the Definitive Edition or have the DLCs, there are additional items:
Joe's Adventures: Adds 15 additional Playboy Magazines hidden within the DLC missions and open world. What they are : Graffiti-style posters of Mafia
Jimmy's Vendetta/Betrayal: Focuses on gameplay challenges rather than traditional hidden collectibles, though stats are tracked. Quick Tips for Completion
Check Every Corner: Magazines are often tucked behind crates, under desks, or in bathrooms during missions.
Drive Slowly: When hunting Wanted Posters, keep an eye on brick walls in alleys; they are white rectangles that stand out against dark surfaces.
Save Often: Collecting a magazine triggers an auto-save, but for Wanted Posters, it's best to complete a mission or reach a checkpoint to ensure they stay "found."
Finding every collectible in Mafia II (and its Definitive Edition) is the ultimate test for any completionist roaming Empire Bay. Whether you are hunting for the iconic vintage magazines or scouring back alleys for mugshots of the development team, this guide covers everything you need to know. Overview of Collectibles
There are two primary types of physical collectibles in the base game, along with additional artwork and DLC-exclusive items:
Playboy Magazines (50 Total): These are missable because they are tied to specific story chapters.
Wanted Posters (159 Classic / 189 Definitive Edition): These can be collected at any time during free-roam segments.
Artwork: Unlocked automatically by progressing through the story or playing on Hard difficulty. Playboy Magazine Locations by Chapter
Since these are restricted to specific missions, it is best to grab them as you play. If you miss one, you must replay the entire chapter to retrieve it.
Guide :: Mafia 2: Definitive Edition - Playboy Magazine Locations
✅ Good feature – but best used with a chapter-by-chapter guide from sites like IGN, GamePressure, or PowerPyx to avoid missing chapter‑locked collectibles.
If you enjoy exploration with a safety net, it’s satisfying. If you hate backtracking or replaying chapters, it can feel tedious.
Mafia 2 Collectibles Guide: A Comprehensive Walkthrough
Mafia 2, developed by 2K Czech and published by 2K Games, is an open-world action-adventure game that takes players back to the 1940s and 1950s in the fictional city of Empire Bay. The game is known for its engaging storyline, immersive gameplay, and detailed world. For collectors and enthusiasts, finding all the collectibles in the game can be a challenging yet rewarding experience. This guide will walk you through the locations and methods to find all collectibles in Mafia 2.
Empire Bay is large and detailed. The hunt pushes you into back alleys, rooftops, docks, and abandoned buildings you’d otherwise ignore, revealing the game’s atmospheric ’40s–’50s setting.
