Mafia III bounty hunting becomes available after completing the main story campaign of the Stones Unturned DLC. Operating from Robert Marshall's office garage, Lincoln Clay accepts contracts to track down three fugitives across New Bordeaux, subdue them non-lethally with a dart pistol, and deliver them in the trunk of a car. Finishing all three bounties unlocks the Skip Trace achievement, the De'Leo Stiletto sports car, and a custom vehicle decal.
How to Unlock Bounty Hunting in Mafia III
Bounty hunting is exclusive to the Stones Unturned DLC, which is bundled into Mafia III: Definitive Edition or available separately via the Season Pass.
To access the missions:
- Recruit all three district lieutenants (Cassandra, Vito Scaletta, and Thomas Burke) in the base game campaign to unlock DLC access.
- Meet with John Donovan to begin and finish the Stones Unturned story line, culminating in the death of rogue CIA operative Connor Aldridge.
- Return to New Bordeaux and visit Robert Marshall at his office. Speaking with him initiates the bounty hunting side activity.
Equipment and Core Capture Mechanics
Bounty hunting introduces specific non-lethal requirements and equipment that alter standard open-world combat.
- Dormer B128 Dart Gun: Marshall equips Lincoln with this compact tranq pistol, replacing his equipped one-handed firearm. It knocks human targets out instantly upon a direct hit. Free ammunition refills are available from the weapon locker in Marshall's garage. If you prefer stealth melee, you can pick your regular sidearm back up from the floor before leaving the office and use close-quarters takedowns instead.
- Non-Lethal Requirement: All three targets must be delivered alive. Killing a target immediately fails the contract.
- Timed Objectives: A timer starts upon arriving at each search zone. You must locate and tag the fugitive before time runs out.
- Trunk Transportation: After knocking a target unconscious, Lincoln must hoist the body onto his shoulder and load it into a vehicle trunk. Once loaded, the body remains secure until you reach Marshall's garage, where you must park inside the highlighted blue parking bay.
- Civilian and Police Reaction: Brandishing the dart pistol in public or carrying an unconscious body down the street counts as a visible crime. Pedestrians will flee to call the police, and nearby officers will engage on sight.
Vehicle Trunk Compatibility
Developer Hangar 13 implemented specific docking animations and trunk models for stashing bounties. However, certain vehicle types in Lincoln's fleet cannot transport bodies:
- Berkley Stallion
- Bulworth Mohican
- De'Leo Traviata
- Griffin Marauder
- Pinkerton Titan
Additionally, the Lassiter Nightcrawler allows body placement, but its unique rear profile can cause interaction prompts to behave inconsistently. To avoid complications, use a standard four-door sedan or wagon. If a car with an enclosed trunk rolls over during a chase, the game engine keeps the target locked inside, though destroying the car will fail the mission.
Bounty Hunting Targets Overview
| Target Name | Mission Title | Search Location | Main Challenge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ray Duplass | The Streaker | French Ward / Southdowns / Downtown | Fast sprinter on foot; limited dart gun range |
| Kurt Mancini | The Con Man | Pearl Diver Motel & French Ward | Rival Dixie Mafia interference; vehicular ambush |
| Brian Patrick O'Malley | The Out-Of-Towner | Double Barrel Bar (Bayou Fantom) | Heavily armed mob stronghold |
Walkthrough: Every Bounty Hunting Contract
1. Ray Duplass ("The Streaker")
Ray Duplass faces charges for recurring public nudity as a political protest against the Vietnam War. Because many New Bordeaux police officers are veterans or have sons deployed overseas, local law enforcement is eager to deal with him violently.
- Locate the Target: Drive to the designated anti-war protests across the French Ward, Southdowns, or Downtown.
- Subdue Duplass: Once spotted, Duplass immediately flees on foot. Because he suffers from hyperhidrosis, he is exceptionally agile and outpaces standard pursuit. Close the gap quickly or cut him off with your vehicle, as the Dormer B128 Dart Gun has a very limited range.
- Delivery: Knock him out, lift him into the trunk of your car, and return to Marshall's garage without attracting police heat.
2. Kurt Mancini ("The Con Man")
Kurt Mancini is an oily scam artist known for targeting elderly widows. His latest scheme involves fraudulent oil leases that inadvertently crossed the Dixie Mafia, leaving him hunted by mob hitmen.
- Search the Motel: Head to the Pearl Diver Motel in Southdowns. Investigate Mancini's rented room to find a lease document registered under the name of his romantic partner, Tara Unger.
- Stake Out the French Ward: Proceed to the apartment courtyard in the French Ward. A cutscene triggers showing Mancini surrounded by two armed members of the Dixie Mafia.
- Dart the Target: Mancini breaks into a run while his pursuers draw weapons. Subdue Mancini with the dart gun while taking out the armed thugs.
- Survive the Delivery: Stow Mancini in the trunk. During your drive back to Marshall's office, a Dixie Mafia Retaliation hit squad ambushes your vehicle. Evade or eliminate the pursuers, then park in the blue bay.
3. Brian Patrick O'Malley ("The Out-Of-Towner")
Brian Patrick O'Malley is an enforcer with the Baton Rouge Irish Mob. Fleeing federal heat, O'Malley stopped in New Bordeaux to rob local establishments before escaping across the Mexican border.
- Infiltrate the Hideout: Travel to the Double Barrel Bar located deep in Bayou Fantom. O'Malley is inside speaking with several armed mob associates.
- Isolate O'Malley: Stay concealed and observe the room. Once O'Malley finishes briefing his gang, he steps into the back office alone to interrogate the bar's tied-up owner.
- Neutralize and Extract: Follow him into the back office. Dart him quietly before he alerts the front room. You can choose to eliminate his remaining men in a direct shootout or carry O'Malley out through the rear exit to your car.
- Turn In the Contract: Drive O'Malley to Marshall's office to complete the final contract.
Bounty Hunting Rewards and Post-Game Notes
Completing all three contracts awards several post-DLC bonuses:
- De'Leo Stiletto: A high-speed sports vehicle added permanently to Thomas Burke's vehicle delivery fleet menu.
- Bounty Hunter Decal: A custom vehicle paint sticker available to apply at Big Rick's Custom Auto shops across the city.
- Skip Trace Achievement: An achievement or trophy unlocked upon delivering Brian Patrick O'Malley and completing dialogue with Marshall.
- Dormer B128 Dart Gun: Lincoln permanently retains the dart gun in his available arsenal, which remains an effective tool for silent, non-lethal stealth takedowns throughout New Bordeaux.
Common Issues and Mission Scope
- Fixed Number of Bounties: The bounty hunting board consists strictly of these three narrative contracts. Marshall does not generate repeatable, radiant bounty contracts once O'Malley is turned in.
- Locked Vehicle Bug: Players have occasionally noted that the De'Leo Stiletto may not unlock or shows as locked in the vehicle delivery roster after completing the mission.
