The upcoming video game Mafia: The Old Country is set to launch Aug. 8, 2025, its publisher announced Thursday. The new entry in the crime series will offer a more focused, linear experience compared to recent open-world titles.
Publisher 2K and developer Hangar 13 revealed new gameplay footage and details about the game's design philosophy. They indicated Mafia: The Old Country will not require extensive time commitments, presenting a shorter narrative adventure intended to complement players' engagement with larger, ongoing games like GTA Online. This approach marks a departure from the design of Mafia 3.The game's price point, set at $49.99 for the base version in the United States, reflects its more contained scope compared to typical AAA game releases expected in 2025. details A Deluxe Edition priced at $59.99 will also be available.
David Ismailer, president of 2K, stated that there is a market for compelling stories that do not demand massive hours. Offering a polished linear narrative experience like Mafia: The Old Country fits within the company's portfolio alongside more persistent titles players engage with regularly.
Hangar 13 President Nick Baynes added that the focused, linear design enables the team to tell a story that is grounded and emotional. This project follows Hangar 13's work on Mafia 3 and Mafia: Definitive Edition.Set in Sicily during the 1900s, the game returns the series to its historical roots in "The Old Country." Players will follow protagonist Enzo Favara as he enters the organized crime world and works his way within Don Torrisi's family. This setting was first hinted at during the game's initial announcement last year.The new gameplay trailer released this week showcased aspects of Favara's journey, including action sequences and narrative moments. launch announcement The game is built using Unreal Engine 5.
The Aug. 8 release date will see the game arrive simultaneously on PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X/S.
