Mafia: The Old Country now has a potential release date: August 8, according to a recent post on Steam. Though the details were quickly removed, a screenshot by Gematsu confirms the information. Hangar 13 will support a developer panel on May 8 at PAX West, where a new gameplay trailer and exclusive behind-the-scenes behind-the-scenes footage will be shown.
The color panel will cover the past, present, and future of the Mafia franchise, and fans can expect official release confirmations. Mafia: The Old Country will be available on Xbox Series X/S, PS5 and PC and serves as a prequel to the original series. Set in 1900s Sicily, players will accompany Enzo Favara on his journey into the world of organized crime.
Stay tune to PAX West for news confirmed and further details on structure and gameplay.
Mafia: The Old Country changes the landscape – more countryside and authentic Sicilian
Mafia: The Old Country will bring players back in time to the 1920s and the Sicilian countryside, marking a significant deviation from the urban settings of previous titles. According to game director Alex Cox, this approach is inspired by the Mafia’s historic origins, set in the agricultural landscapes and orchards of the Sicilian countryside.
While the town of San Celeste will be the main center of the game world, the environment will predominantly include villages and natural landscapes, and transportation will often be on horseback instead of the usual urban vehicles. Cox points out that while the game retains the essence of a typical Mafia experience, its tone and setting are considerably different, offering an authentic and distinct atmosphere.
The game leverages Unreal Engine 5 to render the stunning detail of 1920s Sicily and will launch on PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC in summer 2025.
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