During the surge of games inspired by Grand Theft Auto, one franchise distinguished itself by providing rich narratives and settings. The Mafia series offers an immersive glimpse into the intricacies of organized crime throughout different eras in American history, delivering expansive worlds that players can explore. A new installment, Mafia: The Old Country, is on the horizon, serving as a prequel that ventures into a fresh environment, reminiscent of Ghost of Yotei. We've gathered details about this upcoming title for the PS5.
In addition to the PS5, Mafia: The Old Country is set to be available on Xbox Series X and PC, though it hasn’t been confirmed for the Nintendo Switch.
Release Date
The anticipated release window for Mafia: The Old Country is summer 2025, although no exact date has been announced. We expect further specifics to be shared in early 2025.
Platforms
Mafia: The Old Country is exclusively targeting current generation consoles and PC, meaning it will be available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Unfortunately, older consoles and the Nintendo Switch won't be supported at launch, but there may be potential for a future release on the Switch 2.
Trailers
The debut teaser for Mafia: The Old Country premiered during Opening Night Live in 2024. This cinematic experience introduces players to the 1900s Sicilian backdrop, showcasing minimal settings but hinting at classic mob elements, including a knife, shotgun, and wine, with a mysterious narrator emphasizing the brotherhood of the mafia and the trust required to join the family.
At The Game Awards 2024, a new Story Teaser Trailer revealed more about the narrative focus of the game, centering on a character named Enzo, a new recruit aiming to prove his loyalty to the Torrisi mafia. However, details regarding the story remain sparse.
The Initiation Trailer provides a closer look at Enzo's oath to the family, showcasing snippets of both gameplay and cutscenes though lacking substantial narrative context.
Gameplay
Unlike its predecessors, Mafia: The Old Country is anticipated to deliver a more linear gameplay experience. According to the game's official site, it's focusing on a rich narrative while retaining that classic crime film vibe, showcasing a breathtaking new locale.
The Story Teaser highlighted various gameplay elements, including hand-to-hand combat, melee weapons, and authentic firearms from the era. Players can also navigate the countryside using horses or early model cars.
Preorder
Preorders for Mafia: The Old Country are currently unavailable, but you can add the game to your wishlist on your preferred platform. We will provide updates on preorder information as soon as it becomes available.
