After months of cryptic teasers and silent anticipation, fans of the crime-action genre finally have something concrete to mark on their calendars. Mafia: The Old Country, the long-awaited new entry in the acclaimed Mafia franchise, has officially received a release date: August 8, 2025 — as revealed by a stealth update to the game’s Steam page.
The unexpected update was first spotted by eagle-eyed users on Reddit, and has since been confirmed across major platforms. The page now includes new key art, updated system requirements, and a “Coming August 8” tag, marking the first official confirmation of the game’s launch date.
🇮🇹 Back to the Origins of the Mafia Series
Mafia: The Old Country is a prequel to the original trilogy, set in the early 1900s in Sicily, where players will step into the leather shoes of a rising enforcer within the Italian underworld.
Key features teased so far include:
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A gritty, fully explorable Sicilian countryside and cities, with dense historical detail.
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A new combat system blending stealth, brawling, and early 20th-century firearms.
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Dynamic weather and era-specific transportation, from horse-drawn carriages to vintage motorcars.
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A cinematic narrative built around betrayal, loyalty, and the rise of organized crime.
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Next-gen graphics and lighting, powered by Unreal Engine 5.
Developer Hangar 13 has previously hinted that The Old Country will be a more grounded, character-driven experience, focused on slow-burn storytelling over flashy action.
💬 Steam Page Reveal: An Intentional Leak or a Slip-Up?
The release date reveal came without any formal press release from 2K or Hangar 13, leading many to wonder whether this was a planned rollout or a premature listing. Regardless, the cat’s out of the bag, and fans are ecstatic.
Alongside the date, the Steam listing also revealed:
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Pre-order options expected to go live soon
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A Deluxe Edition, which includes bonus story content and vintage outfit/vehicle packs
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Full controller support and Steam Deck Verified at launch
🎥 A Trailer Is Likely Imminent
With the release date now public, many expect a new gameplay trailer or developer showcase to drop in the coming days—possibly during a summer gaming event or digital showcase. So far, only cinematic teasers have been released, leaving fans hungry for a real look at gameplay.
