Mafia: The Old Country – Prepare for a Focused, Brutal Return to Form
Get ready to dive back into the world of organized crime with Mafia: The Old Country, the next installment in Hangar 13's acclaimed Mafia series. Set to release on August 8, 2025, for PC (via Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, this title promises a more focused and linear experience, diverging from the open-world bloat that has become common in the genre.
Hangar 13 is emphasizing quality storytelling and authentic era immersion. Forget endless side quests and repetitive activities; Mafia: The Old Country aims to deliver a gritty, grounded, brutal, and emotional narrative within the vibrant backdrop of 1900s Sicily.
According to Hangar 13 President Nick Baynes, this focused approach will enable them to deliver a more impactful and memorable story. Players will step into the shoes of Enzo Favara, a man taking the oath and working his way up Don Torrisi's crime family.
2K President David Ismailer echoes this sentiment, highlighting a growing audience for compelling stories that respect players' time. He sees Mafia: The Old Country as a perfect complement to the more persistent games that many enjoy.
Early gameplay footage showcases action-packed sequences, melee combat, gunplay, and mobility via era-appropriate vehicles and even horseback. The development team is meticulously recreating early 1900s Sicily using Unreal Engine 5, resulting in a visually stunning and authentic environment.
Adding to the authenticity, the game will feature Sicilian voice acting and Italian subtitles, immersing players even further into the world.
The game's design is also reflected in its price. The Standard Edition is available for $49.99, while the Deluxe Edition, which includes bonus items, costs $59.99. Pre-ordering either edition nets you the Soldato Pack, with exclusive in-game items.
PC gamers should take note of the minimum and recommended specifications. The minimum requirements include an AMD Ryzen 7 2700X or Intel Core i7-9700K processor, 16 GB of RAM, and an AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT or NVIDIA RTX 2070 graphics card. The recommended specs jump to an AMD Ryzen 7 5800X or Intel Core i7-12700K processor, 32 GB of RAM, and an AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT or NVIDIA RTX 3080 Ti graphics card. An SSD is required for both.
Will Mafia: The Old Country deliver on its promise of a focused and engaging experience? Are you ready to return to the roots of the Mafia saga? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
