It has been eight years since the last mainline Mafia game, but a new installment is currently in the works. Titled Mafia: The Old Country, this game will return to the series’ origins and is set to release sooner than expected.
After 20 years and three staggered releases, the Mafia series has gained a devoted following and become a beloved title from 2K Games. With a trilogy re-release in 2020, fans were excited to learn that a new installment is currently in development.
Initial reports indicated that a prequel was being developed and we have since learned that this is indeed the case, thanks to an official reveal at Gamescom 2024 on Dexerto’s Twitter account.
As Mafia: The Old Country gains attention, we are here to provide you with a comprehensive breakdown of all the information revealed thus far.
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While there is currently no official release date for the new Mafia game, it is anticipated to be released sometime in 2025. The exact date is still unknown at this time.
We were initially made aware of the development of a new Mafia game as early as 2022, so it is safe to assume that this project has been in the works for quite some time now. If everything goes according to plan, we can expect to see Mafia: The Old Country released in the upcoming year.
We’re yet to see the new Mafia game in action, but we may not have to wait long.
It’s important to note that the Mafia series is published by 2K, whose parent company, Take-Two Interactive, has GTA 6 scheduled for release next year. Considering that both games are open-world and involve criminal activities, it’s highly possible that Mafia will be overshadowed by GTA 6.
More information is expected to be disclosed in December, 2024. We will continue to update you here if a specific release date is announced at that time.
Mafia: The Old Country Platforms
The upcoming Mafia game will be available for Xbox Series X | S, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam upon release.
It has not been announced whether past-generation hardware will be supported, implying that the new installment in the series was specifically designed with the most up-to-date specifications in consideration.
Trailers
The debut of Mafia: The Old Country was unveiled during the Opening Night Live event at Gamescom 2024. Clocking in at just 62 seconds, the teaser provided a glimpse of the game’s setting and time period, which will be discussed further below.
New Mafia Game: Setting and Plot Details
According to Kotaku, Hangar 13, the developers of the Mafia game franchise, have been working on a prequel since the initial rumors of a new project. The fourth installment, supposedly titled ‘Nero’ and set before the events of the first game, would take players back in time.
According to XboxEra host Nick Baker, the prequel is rumored to take place between the late 19th and early 20th century and will potentially center around the character of Don Salieri, a boss featured in the original game. This information was further supported by comments made by Baker.
Despite some discrepancies, it has been confirmed that Mafia: The Old Guard is indeed a prequel, taking place before any other installment in the Mafia series. The game is set in early 1900s Sicily and will revolve around the beginnings of organized crime.
According to Nick Baynes from Hangar 13, the unveiling of Mafia: The Old Country promises to bring fans back to the beloved roots of the franchise. The game will feature a captivating, linear storyline reminiscent of classic mob movies, set in a breathtaking new location. It will be presented in a compact, concentrated form that will satisfy fans of engrossing gameplay.
The appearance of characters and potential familiar faces remains uncertain, but there is a strong possibility that the Salieri family will make a return in this story.
We’ll be sure to keep you updated here with any additional information as we approach the game’s release date.
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