Tag: Mafia: The Old Country

2K Games and Hangar 13 announced that the latest installment in the Mafia series, Mafia: The Old Country, officially launches globally today (August 8th) on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam). The game takes players to a meticulously recreated early 20th-century Sicily to explore the origins of the rise of a powerful criminal organization. A launch trailer has also been released, giving players a sneak peek at the game's gangster atmosphere and the stunning scenery of Sicily. Players will take on the role of Enzo Favara, an indentured laborer who spent a difficult childhood in a sulfur mine. A twist of fate leads him to join the powerful Torrisi crime family, seeking power and status in a dangerous and intriguing environment. As Enzo swears allegiance, he will face the temptations and costs of power and learn the most important rule in the gangster world: the family is sustained by sacrifice. Mafia: Homecoming continues the series' tradition of deep narrative and atmosphere building, combining high-stakes stealth, brutal melee combat, and a tense gunfight system to present a realistic and dangerous gangster life. The game features third-person action-adventure gameplay, coupled with detailed visuals, vivid character portrayals, and the series' acclaimed realistic style, creating a highly immersive experience. Hangar 13 President Nick Baynes stated that the team, drawing on 22 years of experience developing the Mafia series, continues to focus on combining the charm of story, characters, and environments, hoping the new title will appeal to both veteran players and newcomers. The game is available in two versions: a standard edition and a digital deluxe edition: • The standard edition is priced at NT$1490 and includes the full game. • The digital deluxe edition is priced at NT$1790 and includes the full game, plus in-game bonuses such as the "Godfather Pack" and "Black Cat Pack," including exclusive weapons, costumes, vehicles, and charms, as well as a digital soundtrack and art book.

2K and Hangar 13 unveiled the official gameplay trailer and developer commentary video "Breaking Omerta" for Mafia: The Old Country at PAX East, and also announced pre-order details for the game. Hangar 13 President Nick Baynes stated, "Mafia: Hometown delivers a clear, straightforward gameplay experience, combining high-quality storytelling, a realistic and immersive historical setting, and elevating the familiar Mafia gameplay to a new level. The clear central theme allows us to present a realistic, brutal, and emotionally resonant gangster drama. Set in early 1900s Sicily, the game tells the origin story of the gangsters, with protagonist Enzo Favara swearing allegiance to the criminal family of the Torrisi boss and gradually rising through the ranks." The latest gameplay trailer showcases Enzo's gangster journey filled with intense hand-to-hand combat and gunfights, utilizing contemporary vehicles and horses for transportation—all within the brutal yet vibrant 1900s Sicily. Fans can also watch a behind-the-scenes video titled "Breaking the Barrier," a behind-the-scenes look at the development team behind *Mafia: Hometown*, revealing how Hangar 13 meticulously recreated early 1900s Sicily, crafting a stunning and historically accurate setting to tell this unforgettable gangster origin story. The game employs the series' signature narrative style, delivering emotionally rich and engaging gameplay with memorable twists and turns, combining a deep plot with thrilling, life-or-death experiences. *Mafia: Hometown* will also be a unique entry in the series, being the first to utilize Unreal Engine 5, providing players with an unprecedentedly immersive gaming experience. 2K President David Ismailer stated, "We've found that a significant number of players crave engaging stories without wanting to invest too much time. We're excited to offer a fantastic game like *Mafia: Hometown*, providing players with a straightforward and polished story experience, allowing them to easily enjoy the game while navigating other more time-consuming and engaging titles." *Mafia: Hometown* is available in Standard and Deluxe Editions, both available for pre-order starting today and launching globally on August 8, 2025. The Standard Edition includes the full game and has a suggested retail price of NT$1490, launching on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam). The Deluxe Edition allows players to infiltrate the Sicilian underworld as a true mafia member and includes various bonus items; it has a suggested retail price of NT$1790 and is expected to launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam)...