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Mafia: The Old Country, the highly anticipated next chapter in the Mafia franchise, is scheduled to launch in 2025. Stay informed with the latest updates and breaking news about this upcoming title.

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Latest Updates: Mafia: The Old Country

2025

August 15

Developer Hangar 13 has confirmed the return of Free Ride Mode in Mafia: The Old Country, featuring expanded activities including missions and races. While Steam's announcement didn't specify an exact release date, players can anticipate this free update arriving within "the coming months."

Further reading: Mafia: The Old Country to receive Free Ride Mode as complimentary update (Steam)

August 10

Initial sales data suggests Mafia: The Old Country has gotten off to a slower commercial start compared to previous franchise entries. Though definitive financial assessments remain premature, early tracking indicates performance below certain earlier installments.

Further reading: Mafia: The Old Country experiences modest launch sales (Game Rant)

July 23

Hangar 13 has unveiled new gameplay footage narrated by crime boss Don Torrisi. The trailer showcases protagonist Enzo Favara executing knife combat, stealth kills, and vehicular pursuits during his initiation into the Torrisi crime family.

Further reading: Mafia: The Old Country gameplay trailer reveals criminal underworld ascent (Gaming Bolt)

May 29

A collaborative developer diary reveals how Stormind Games and Hangar 13 meticulously recreated 1900s Sicily through historical research and photographic references. This linear, story-focused title launches this summer.

Further reading: 'Breaking Omerta' dev diary explores Mafia: The Old Country's historical authenticity (Xbox Achievements)

May 11

Contrary to some predecessors, Mafia: The Old Country will adopt a linear narrative structure rather than open-world gameplay. Official FAQs confirm its focus remains on delivering a cinematic story experience.

Further reading: Mafia: The Old Country breaks from tradition with linear design (PSXtreme)

May 8

Hangar 13 confirms Mafia: The Old Country's August 8 launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC platforms including Steam and GeForce Now. The title carries a $50 retail price.

Further reading: Release date and pricing confirmed for Mafia: The Old Country (VGC)

May 3

Newly released teaser footage confirms in-game purchases via an ESRB rating detail, though specifics remain undisclosed. Previous franchise entries have included post-launch content.

Further reading: Mafia: The Old Country to feature microtransactions in single-player experience (The Gamer)

April 11

Hangar 13 will debut Mafia: The Old Country gameplay exclusively at PAX East this May, presenting fresh footage alongside development insights.

Further reading: PAX East attendees get first look at Mafia: The Old Country (2K)

2024

December 13

Developers emphasize Mafia: The Old Country shouldn't draw comparisons with Grand Theft Auto 6, despite thematic similarities. Studio leadership clarifies this installment returns to Mafia 1 and 2's linear storytelling roots, diverging from Mafia 3's open-world approach.

Creative director Alex Cox and studio head Nick Baynes told IGN the title offers fundamentally distinct experiences despite corporate ties.

Further reading: Developers clarify Mafia: The Old Country differs significantly from GTA 6 (IGN)