Get ready to return to the roots of the Cosa Nostra!
Publisher 2K and developer Hangar 13 have today pulled back the curtain on Mafia: The Old Country, the next chapter in the acclaimed crime saga.
Revealed alongside an Official Gameplay Trailer and a ‘Breaking Omerta’ Developer Insights video, this origin story is launching on August 8th 2025, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and NVIDIA GeForce NOW.
Pre-orders are live today.
Return to Sicily: An Origin Story
Forget the sprawling streets of Lost Heaven or New Bordeaux for now; Mafia: The Old Country takes players back to the brutal underworld of early 1900s Sicily. T
his prequel focuses on the story of Enzo Favara, a man who, through grit and determination, survived a harsh childhood and now has the chance to join Don Torrisi’s crime family. You’ll follow Enzo as he takes the oath and works his way up, embodying the core Mafia tenets of loyalty, honour, and obedience.
“Mafia: The Old Country is a focused, linear experience that combines quality storytelling, authentic era immersion and a refined take on the familiar Mafia gameplay,” said Hangar 13 President Nick Baynes. “That focus allows us to deliver a story that’s gritty, grounded, brutal and emotional.“.
Hangar 13 has meticulously recreated the period-authentic backdrop of Sicily to tell this unforgettable origin story.
Gameplay: Brutal, Refined, and Focused
This entry marks a return to a more linear narrative structure for the series, aiming for a highly-polished experience that doesn’t demand huge time commitments. “We think there’s a large audience for compelling stories that don’t require massive time commitments,” stated 2K President David Ismailer.
The new gameplay trailer showcases a mix of familiar Mafia action, refined and presented with the power of Unreal Engine 5 – a first for the franchise. Expect intense, life-or-death combat featuring both brutal melee encounters (with weapons like the stiletto blade) and gunplay using period-authentic firearms like handguns, rifles, and the iconic Lupara shotgun.
Traversal involves both era-appropriate automobiles and horseback riding across the rugged Sicilian landscape.
Editions & Pre-Order Bonuses
Mafia: The Old Country is available for pre-order today in two editions:
- Standard Edition ($49.99 USD / approx. £44.99 GBP): Includes the full base game.
- Deluxe Edition ($59.99 USD / approx. £54.99 GBP): Includes the base game plus:Padrino Pack: “Lupara Speciale” Shotgun, “Vendetti Speciale” Pistol, “Immortale” Charm, “Padrino” Outfit, “Stiletto Speciale” Knife, “Eckhart Speciale” Limousine, and “Cosimo” Horse and Accessories. Gatto Nero Pack: “Bodeo Nero” Pistol, “Velocità” Charm, “Gatto Nero” Racing Outfit, and “Carozella Nero” Race Car. Digital Original Score & Digital Artbook.
Pre-ordering either the Standard or Deluxe Edition before the August 8th launch date will grant you the Soldato Pack, featuring the “Soldato” Outfit, “Scannaturi Speciale” Knife, “Tesoro” Horse and Accessories, and “Lupara” Charm. (Internet connection required to redeem bonus content).
Key Features
- Mafia Origin Story: Uncover the roots of organised crime in 1900s Sicily.
- Focused Linear Narrative: Experience a gritty, grounded, brutal, and emotional story as Enzo Favara.
- Brutal Combat: Engage in life-or-death melee and gunplay using period-authentic weapons.
- Authentic Setting & Travel: Explore Sicily via horseback and turn-of-the-century automobiles.
Prepare for August 8th
Mafia: The Old Country promises a return to the series’ roots with a focus on intense, linear storytelling and authentic period detail, all presented with cutting-edge visuals.
If you’re ready to take the oath and experience the brutal birth of the Mafia in Sicily, pre-orders are live now ahead of the August 8th 2025 release on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and PC.
