Mafia: The Old Country (PlayStation 5) is a narrative-driven action-adventure game developed by Hangar 13 and published by 2K. It serves as a prequel to the main Mafia series, taking players back to the origins of organized crime in early 1900s Sicily.
Players follow Enzo Favara, a young man who rises from harsh beginnings in the Sicilian countryside to become involved with the powerful Torrisi crime family. His journey explores themes of loyalty, survival, and ambition within a brutal and unforgiving criminal world.
Unlike more open-world entries in the series, the game focuses on a linear, cinematic story experience, blending exploration, stealth, driving, and intense third-person combat. The structure is designed to deliver a tightly paced narrative with high production value and strong character focus.
Set in a richly detailed recreation of historical Sicily, the world features rural landscapes, small towns, and early industrial environments. The atmosphere emphasizes authenticity, grounded storytelling, and a gritty depiction of the era.
Combat and gameplay mix gunfights, stealth takedowns, and cover-based encounters, while driving and traversal play a supporting role in missions. The game is built in Unreal Engine 5, allowing for highly detailed environments and cinematic presentation.
Core features include:
| Platform | PlayStation 5 |
| Genre | Action-Adventure / Narrative |
| Game Modes | Single-player |
| Players | 1 Player |
| Developer | Hangar 13 |
| Publisher | 2K |
| Release Date | August 8, 2025 |
| Perspective | Third-person |
| Core Gameplay | Story missions, stealth, cover shooting, driving, exploration |
| World Setting | Early 1900s Sicily, Italy |
| PS5 Features | DualSense support, haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, fast loading, enhanced visuals |
| Rating | Mature 17+ (Violence, Blood, Strong Language) |
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| Works with | Playstation 5 |
| Genre | Action, Adventure |