Mafia: The Old Country set for August launch

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The new Mafia prequel is headed for an August release at a surprisingly modest $50. A recently unveiled gameplay trailer plunges viewers into the underworld of Sicily, promising an authentic, gritty experience that revives the organized crime saga with fresh intensity and style.

gamespot.com / Mafia: The Old Country Isn't Open World And Doesn't Require A "Massive Time Commitment"

Mafia: The Old Country is not following Mafia III's open-world format but will instead take the shape of a "linear, narrative-driven" experience, according to 2K Games.The publisher confirmed this in an FAQ that was published today alongside news of the game's release date and a new gameplay…

kotaku.com / Mafia 4 Launching In August, Will Cost Only $50

Mafia: The Old Country, the next entry in the Mafia franchise, is officially arriving on consoles and PC this August. And interestingly, despite nearly every publisher charging more for new games, the Mafia prequel will only cost $50 across all platforms.Read more...

gamespot.com / Mafia: The Old Country Gameplay Trailer Explores The (Literal) Underworld Of Sicily, Out In August

Underground stealth mixed with horseback action highlight the latest look at the new Mafia.

engadget.com / Mafia: The Old Country arrives on August 8

Mafia: The Old Country will be released on August 8 after being revealed at last year’s The Game Awards. The title will be available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC via Steam and NVIDIA GeForce Now. Fans of organized crime simulators can preorder the game right now. This is a prequel to other…

ign.com / Mafia: The Old Country Tells a Story That Doesn't Require a 'Massive Time Commitment,' Publisher Sets Price at $50 and Announces Release Date

Mafia: The Old Country has a release date, two new trailers, new screenshots, a $50 price point, and an interesting comment from its publisher about how long the game might be.

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