"Mafia: The Old Country" Arrives August 8th with Surprising Price & Gameplay Shift
"Mafia: The Old Country," the next installment in the hit series from developer Hangar 13, is coming to shelf in just a matter of months. And this is where things get interesting – it's coming at that price which will make you do a double-take on this gaming industry rate.
Mark Your Calendars: August 8th is the Day
Mark August 8th in your calendar, folks. That's when "Mafia: The Old Country" arrives on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S. But here's the best part. The Standard Edition will be priced very reasonably at $49.99. In an era where new game prices seem to keep rising and rising, this is a welcome respite.
Want More Bang for Your Buck? Check out the Deluxe Edition
If you have the urge for some more extras, the Deluxe Edition is relatively cheap too at $59.99. It's packed with digital goodies including:
- The Padrino Pack: These give you the "Lupara Speciale" Shotgun, "Vendetti Speciale" Pistol, an "Immortale" Charm, the style "Padrino" Outfit, a "Stiletto Speciale" Knife, the classy "Eckhart Speciale" Limousine, and even "Cosimo" the Horse and accessories.
- The Gatto Nero Pack: The speed freaks will enjoy the "Bodeo Nero" Pistol, "Velocità" Charm, "Gatto Nero" Racing Suit, and sleek "Carozella Nero" Racing Car.
And on top of all that, you'll get a digital artbook and original soundtrack to immerse yourself even further. And no matter which pack you choose, pre-ordering you in the Soldato Pack, with the "Soldato" Suit, "Scannaturi Speciale" Knife, "Tesoro" Horse and Groom, and a "Lupara" Charm.
A New Direction in Gameplay
Other than the pricing, there's something even more intriguing. Publisher 2K and Hangar 13 have also posted a new trailer for "Mafia: The Old Country." This video offers a good preview of the gameplay, which is moving away from the open-world strategy of more recent titles. Instead, expect a more linear, close-proximity, story-driven experience. This could be a great direction for delivering a good story.
For the information-starved even more, the devs will have more to talk about the game in a panel today at PAX East. Check for the new trailer and the panel recording – both will likely be posted soon.
Join the Family
"Mafia: The Old Country" arrives on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S on August 8th. And for cloud gamers, it'll be available on GeForce NOW on day one. It looks like Hangar 13 is going to deliver a compelling story and a solid value proposition – a combination that's never amiss.
