Mafia: The Old Country Launching August 8, 2025 Today, 2K and Hangar 13 announced the release date of Mafia: The Old Country, the next installment in the beloved Mafia franchise. Set to launch on August 8, 2025, for PlayStation®5 (PS5®), Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and NVIDIA GeForce NOW, the game offers a focused, linear experience that blends high-quality storytelling with immersive gameplay. Core Characters and Plot At the heart of Mafia: The Old Country is Enzo Favara, a protagonist whose qualities of loyalty, honor, and obedience set him apart as he ascends within Don Torrisi's crime family. The game is a mafia origin story set in early 1900s Sicily, a meticulously crafted backdrop that provides both visual authenticity and a gritty, emotional narrative. Enzo's journey is characterized by intense action sequences, including melee combat and gunfights, as well as varied mobility options like period-appropriate vehicles and horseback riding. Gameplay and Features The official gameplay trailer showcases Enzo's path through the criminal underworld, highlighting the game's blend of brutal and visceral combat with a rich, historically accurate environment. Hangar 13 has leveraged Unreal Engine 5 to create stunning visuals and a seamless gaming experience. The game aims to captivate players with its deep storytelling and high-stakes action, making it a unique addition to the franchise. In addition to the trailer, 2K released the 'Breaking Omerta' Developer Insights video, offering fans a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process. The video details how Hangar 13 brought the early 1900s setting to life, ensuring that the game's world is both visually and culturally authentic. The development team emphasizes the importance of creating an engaging narrative filled with unexpected twists, a hallmark of top-tier crime sagas. Pre-Order Details Mafia: The Old Country will be available in two editions: the Standard Edition and the Deluxe Edition. Both are open for pre-order starting today: Standard Edition ($49.99): Includes the base game. Deluxe Edition ($59.99): Adds the Padrino Pack and the Gatto Nero Pack, enhancing the player's experience with exclusive items. The Padrino Pack features the "Lupara Speciale" Shotgun, "Venditti Speciale" Pistol, "Immortale" Charm, "Padrino" Outfit, "Stiletto Speciale" Knife, "Eckhart Speciale" Limousine, and "Cosimo" Horse and Accessories. The Gatto Nero Pack includes the "Bodeo Nero" Pistol, "Velocità" Charm, "Gatto Nero" Racing Outfit, and "Carozella Nero" Race Car. Pre-order bonus items, including the "Soldato" Outfit, "Scannaturi Speciale" Knife, "Tesoro" Horse and Accessories, and "Lupara" Charm, will be available to those who pre-order before August 8, 2025. Developer Panel at PAX East To give fans a deeper understanding of the game, Hangar 13 will host a developer panel at PAX East starting at 2:00 p.m. EDT today. The panel, which can be watched on YouTube and Twitch, will provide insights into the game's development, story, and mechanics. Industry Insiders and Company Profiles Industry experts have praised Mafia: The Old Country for its potential to attract a wide audience, noting its blend of compelling storytelling and streamlined gameplay. According to 2K President David Ismailer, the game is designed to offer a polished, linear narrative that doesn’t demand an extensive time commitment, a move that could appeal to both longtime fans and newcomers to the series. Hangar 13, known for its work on previous Mafia titles, brings over two decades of experience in creating immersive and brutal crime stories. The studio, along with its parent company 2K, has a strong track record of delivering high-quality games, with the Mafia franchise selling over 38 million copies across various platforms. 2K, part of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc., is a prominent developer and publisher of interactive entertainment, with a portfolio that includes successful franchises like NBA® 2K, BioShock®, Borderlands®, and Sid Meier’s Civilization®. Conclusion Mafia: The Old Country is poised to continue the legacy of the Mafia series with its focused, linear narrative and rich historical setting. The use of Unreal Engine 5 promises stunning visuals, and the diverse gameplay mechanics and exclusive pre-order bonuses add value for enthusiastic gamers. With Hangar 13 and 2K's proven expertise, the game is expected to resonate with existing fans and attract new ones, offering a highly engaging and polished crime saga experience. For more information and to pre-order the game, visit mafiagame.com and follow the game on various social media platforms.