Mafia: The Old Country is the next chapter in the acclaimed Mafia franchise, scheduled for launch in 2025. Get all the latest information about this highly anticipated title!
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Mafia: The Old Country News
2025
August 15
- The developers are bringing back Free Ride Mode to Mafia: The Old Country, potentially expanding it with new activities like missions and racing challenges. While Steam confirms this as a free update, the exact release remains slated for "the coming months."
Read more: Free Ride mode coming to Mafia: The Old Country as a free update (Steam)
August 10
- The game has launched across PC and console platforms, though early sales figures indicate a more moderate reception compared to previous franchise entries. Industry analysts note it's too early for definitive sales projections.
Read more: Mafia: The Old Country Is Off to a Modest Start (Game Rant)
July 23
- Hangar 13 debuted new gameplay footage narrated by Don Torrisi, showcasing protagonist Enzo Favara's criminal activities including knife fights, stealth kills, and intense vehicular pursuits as he rises through the Torrisi crime family.
Read more: Mafia: The Old Country Gameplay Trailer Details Life as a Torrisi Mafioso (Gaming Bolt)
May 29
- A collaborative developer diary from 2K, Hangar 13 and Stormind Games reveals their extensive research into recreating early 1900s Sicily. Utilizing historical references, the team crafted an authentic setting for this story-focused adventure.
Read more: Mafia: The Old Country 'Breaking Omerta' Dev Diary Offers a Glimpse at 1900s Sicily (Xbox Achievements)
May 11
- 2K confirmed Mafia: The Old Country will adopt a linear, narrative-driven structure rather than featuring an open world like some previous franchise installments.
Read more: Unlike Its Predecessors, Mafia: The Old Country Won't Be Open World (PSXtreme)
May 8
- Hangar 13 officially announced an August 8 release date for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC platforms via Steam/Nvidia GeForce Now, with a $50 USD price point.
Read more: Mafia: The Old Country release date and $50 price point confirmed (VGC)
May 3
- The ESRB rating revealed in-game purchase options will be available at launch, though specifics remain unclear beyond potential post-release content.
Read more: It Looks Like Mafia: The Old Country Will Have Microtransactions Despite Being A Single-Player Title (The Gamer)
April 11
- PAX East attendees will get exclusive access to new gameplay footage and development insights during Hangar 13's showcase event.
Read more: The Team Behind Mafia: The Old Country Heads to PAX East! (2K)
2024
December 13
- Developers clarified Mafia: The Old Country shouldn't be compared to GTA 6, emphasizing its narrative-focused design echoing earlier Mafia titles rather than open-world gameplay.
Read more: Don't Compare Mafia: The Old Country to GTA 6, Dev Says — They're Not as Similar as You'd Think (IGN)
