Look, we know it’s a terrible headline. Either way, Mafia: Old Country was announced right at the end of Gamescom Opening Night Live 2024, and is scheduled to premiere in 2025.
The next game in the Mafia series has received a nice harbingerwith lots of wine, guns, oil paintings, and chatting about the bad things that happen if you don’t get involved with your family. Yes, those of us who unabashedly love The Godfather so much that we write crazy articles about indie games look like we’re having a good time here.
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“Discover the origins of organized crime in this gritty mafia story set in the brutal underworld of 1900s Sicily,” reads the plot synopsis in the accompanying material. 2K Press Release“Fight for survival in this dangerous and unforgiving era, with action brought to life by the authentic realism and rich storytelling for which the critically acclaimed Mafia series is renowned.”
“In the first three Mafia games, we introduced players to the world of the Mafia through gritty stories set across time,” added Hangar 13 CEO Nick Baynes. “In Mafia: The Old Country, we’re going back to the roots of what fans love about the series, creating a deep, linear narrative with a classic mafia movie feel, exploring stunning new environments, and delivering it all in a compact, focused package that’s perfect for fans of immersive experiences.”
Mafia: The Old Country is coming to PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PS5 in 2025, and the teaser suggests we’ll see more in December. In the meantime, 2K says all released Mafia games will be available for purchase on Steam by September 2.
