The Getaway: Black Monday

Dive into London's underworld as Sgt Mitchell and boxer Eddie O'Conner in a gritty crime saga.

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Fans of gritty London crime narratives who enjoy mixed shooter/stealth gameplay

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Players seeking modern graphics or sandbox replayability

What is The Getaway: Black Monday?

Sgt Mitchell returns to the MET's Organised Crime Squad, launching his first shift with a dawn raid that spirals into a city‑wide battle against suspicion, ruthless new gangs, and the most powerful man in London. Over the next 48 hours, his choices will shape the fate of the squad and the streets they protect. Meanwhile, amateur boxer Eddie O'Conner finds himself in a deadly fallout after a botched bank job. With his crew wiped out and only a teenage hacker named Sam by his side, Eddie must navigate a treacherous underworld to survive and settle the score.

SpecificationsAI-estimated

msrp$49.99

developerSCE London Studio

publisherSony Computer Entertainment Europe, Sega, Sony Computer Entertainment of America

age ratingPEGI 18, ESRB M

multiplayerSingle player

critic score57/100

release date2004-11-12

Key Features of The Getaway: Black Monday

Explore a detailed recreation of early‑2000s London with seamless transitions between on‑foot and vehicle gameplay.

Experience a dual‑protagonist narrative that intertwines police investigations with a gritty gangster storyline.

Engage in high‑stakes shootouts and stealth sequences that react to player choices and cover tactics.

Drive a variety of licensed and custom vehicles through traffic‑dense streets and chase sequences.

Utilize a cover system and melee combat that reflect realistic police and street‑fighter tactics.

Interact with a cast of characters whose loyalties shift based on your actions, influencing the plot outcome.

Enjoy cinematic cutscenes and voice acting that deliver a film‑like experience on the PS2 hardware.

Use Cases for The Getaway: Black Monday

Story‑Driven Campaign

Follow the intertwined narratives of a police officer and a boxer to uncover London's criminal underbelly.

Urban Exploration

Roam freely through a realistic London environment, discovering hidden locations and side events.

High‑Adrenaline Action

Engage in intense shootouts, vehicle chases, and stealth missions that test reflexes.

Narrative Role‑Play

Make choices that affect relationships and story outcomes, immersing in a mature crime drama.

Pros & Cons of The Getaway: Black Monday

Pros

Rich, cinematic storytelling
Authentic London setting
Blend of police and gangster perspectives
Varied gameplay: shooting, driving, stealth

Cons

Aged graphics by modern standards
Linear mission structure limits replayability
Occasional control stiffness on PS2 controller

Frequently Asked Questions

What platform is The Getaway: Black Monday available on?

It was released exclusively for the PlayStation 2.

Is there any multiplayer mode?

The game is single‑player only, focusing on a narrative campaign.

What age rating does the game have?

It carries a PEGI 18 rating and an ESRB M rating due to mature themes and violence.

Who developed and published the game?

Developed by SCE London Studio and published by Sony Computer Entertainment Europe, Sega, and Sony Computer Entertainment of America.

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