Mafia: The Old Country

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Mafia: The Old Country is a single player shooter game. It was developed by Hangar 13 and was released on August 7, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

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The music in 'Mafia: The Old Country' is widely praised for enhancing the game's atmosphere and emotional depth, effectively immersing players in the early 1900s Sicilian setting.
The graphics are stunning, with beautifully detailed environments and a cinematic presentation that captures the essence of the time period.
The narrative is engaging and well-acted, with strong character development that evokes emotional responses from players.

The gameplay is criticized for being repetitive and linear, often feeling more like an interactive movie than a fully engaging game.
Many players report significant performance issues, including frame drops and crashes, leading to a consensus that the game is poorly optimized.
The story is seen as predictable and cliché, with a lack of meaningful choices or side content, resulting in virtually no replayability.

story
12,210 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Mafia: The Old Country" has received mixed reviews, with many praising its emotional depth and cinematic quality, likening it to classic mafia films. However, critics have pointed out its predictability and linearity, often feeling like a rehash of familiar tropes from previous entries in the series. While the narrative is engaging and well-acted, some players found the gameplay repetitive and the overall experience lacking in exploration and side content, leading to a sense of disappointment regarding its length and depth.
- “The story was what tied it all together for me.”
- “The characters, storytelling, world, and everything in between works together in harmony to create a truly stellar experience.”
- “The story is well told and carries a strong cinematic, movie-like quality throughout.”
- “The game is very mediocre, like an interactive story with some combat elements. They removed everything that made the Mafia games good, and made it linear, with invisible walls, or the go back to the objective zone or insta-fail. The story was alright and was seen before in different pieces of media.”
- “The story is totally predictable. I should have assumed this would be no better than the other Mafia games, but once again this is a long slog of cutscenes, walking missions, with bits of sneaking, driving, and mediocre combat interspersed.”
- “The story is painfully predictable and completely cliché. The characters are forgettable and underdeveloped, and thanks to the short runtime of the game, the whole plot kind of crumbles at the end.”
gameplay
3,494 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in "Mafia: The Old Country" has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its repetitive nature and lack of innovation compared to previous entries in the series. While the driving mechanics and knife fights are highlighted as enjoyable, the overall gameplay is described as basic and linear, often feeling more like an interactive movie with extensive cutscenes than a fully engaging game. Critics point out that the stealth and shooting mechanics are underdeveloped, leading to a predictable and formulaic experience that may disappoint those seeking deeper gameplay.
- “This game has pretty sophisticated driving mechanics that require fine input.”
- “The gameplay is fun, the graphics and acting are all on point.”
- “The gameplay is solid—nothing groundbreaking—but it serves its purpose well enough to support the real star: the narrative.”
- “Where the game really struggles is the gameplay, especially when compared to previous entries in the series.”
- “However, compared to earlier Mafia games, the gameplay is noticeably weaker, which makes this entry feel like a missed opportunity.”
- “The gameplay loop is painfully linear even more than Mafia 1; no matter how well you perform in combat, the story steamrolls ahead with cutscenes that ignore your victories and force losses that make zero sense.”
graphics
2,177 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in "Mafia: The Old Country" have received widespread acclaim for their stunning visuals and attention to detail, effectively capturing the atmosphere of early 1900s Sicily. However, many players have reported performance issues, including frame drops and graphical glitches, particularly when transitioning between gameplay and cutscenes. Overall, while the game showcases impressive graphical fidelity, it struggles with optimization, leading to a mixed reception regarding its visual performance.
- “The graphics are stunning, with beautifully detailed environments and cinematic presentation that really sells the atmosphere.”
- “The graphics are absolutely beautiful, the animation is top class, sound design is excellent and the whole thing feels very cinematic.”
- “The graphics are gorgeous, the atmosphere feels alive, and the journey from a nobody to a respected figure in the family is super cool.”
- “The game is poorly optimized, the visuals are lacking.”
- “Graphics look terrible, the framerate was awful, and everything just looked horribly unattractive.”
- “The graphics are shockingly bad for today’s standards, and they destroy any sense of immersion.”
optimization
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The optimization of "Mafia: The Old Country" has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from players, with many citing severe performance issues such as frequent stuttering, frame drops, and crashes, particularly on mid-range and high-end systems. While some users report stable performance under specific settings, the general consensus is that the game is poorly optimized, especially given its reliance on Unreal Engine 5, which has been criticized for its performance inconsistencies. Players recommend waiting for patches to address these issues before purchasing.
- “Despite being built on Unreal Engine 5, the game is well optimized, which is a pleasant surprise.”
- “Performance, however, was excellent—running at a stable 90 fps with occasional dips into the low 70s in isolated areas.”
- “Good performance without spending half a grand or more on a GPU too.”
- “Its optimization is complete and utter garbage.”
- “The fact that it's been out this long and is still so poorly optimized just means the devs have abandoned making the game more stable or maybe had no intention of doing so.”
- “Optimization is terrible; I faced frequent stutters, frame drops, and poor performance even on decent hardware.”
music
569 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in "Mafia: The Old Country" has received widespread acclaim for its ability to enhance the game's atmosphere and emotional depth, effectively immersing players in the early 1900s Sicilian setting. Many reviewers praised the soundtrack for its orchestral and folk influences, which complement the narrative and visuals beautifully, creating a cinematic experience. However, some noted that the music can be repetitive and lacks variety, with a few expressing disappointment over the absence of licensed tracks typical of the series. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's immersive quality.
- “The music fits the atmosphere very well and adds a lot to the emotional tone of the game.”
- “The soundtrack and setting took me back and kept me immersed, the characters were engaging and easy to get attached to, and this serves as a great introduction to how the mafia truly got its start.”
- “The music is phenomenal; I would not expect anything less from Hangar 13 in that department, as every Mafia game always had a really high-quality soundtrack that immerses you into the world of criminal grounds.”
- “Even the soundtrack, which is usually a highlight in this series, falls flat and adds very little to the atmosphere.”
- “The music and sound design are extremely repetitive and began to wear thin after a few hours, which is a shame given the otherwise strong atmosphere.”
- “The only positive thing I can say about the game is the soundtrack, but even then most of the game is just one track repeating.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere in "Mafia: The Old Country" is widely praised for its stunning visuals, authentic representation of early 20th-century Sicily, and immersive sound design, which together create a rich and engaging experience. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to evoke the classic mafia vibe through detailed environments, atmospheric music, and strong character portrayals, making it a standout in narrative-driven gaming. While some critiques mention linear gameplay and predictable storytelling, the overall consensus is that the game's atmosphere is its strongest asset, drawing players into a beautifully crafted world that feels alive and authentic.
- “The graphics are spectacular, with beautifully detailed environments and cinematic presentation that really sells the atmosphere.”
- “Mafia: the old country nails the atmosphere, storytelling, and pacing without overstaying its welcome.”
- “The atmosphere is heavy, the city feels alive, and the music and cars nail that old-school vibe.”
- “The atmosphere feels hollow, like they slapped the mafia name on a rushed, unfinished product.”
- “The story, atmosphere, and emotional weight that once defined the franchise are replaced by shallow missions, repetitive combat, and characters that never come alive.”
- “Despite its weak story, the setting, the atmosphere, and the unmistakable mafia vibe make it worth playing – especially for fans of the series.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of "Mafia: The Old Country" has garnered mixed responses from players. Many praise its heartfelt storytelling, rich character development, and the ability to evoke strong feelings, particularly during pivotal moments and the game's conclusion, which left some in tears. However, others criticize the narrative for being predictable and lacking depth, resulting in emotional moments that feel unearned or hollow, ultimately diminishing the overall impact of the story.
- “The music fits the atmosphere very well and adds a lot to the emotional tone of the game.”
- “The narrative is incredibly engaging, with well-written characters and a strong emotional core that really captures the rise and fall of life in the mafia.”
- “Mafia: the old country delivers breathtaking graphics and a powerful, emotional storyline — a cinematic crime saga you won't forget.”
- “Boring story that I was hoping would have a big payoff at the end and failed to deliver, boring gameplay with shooting and stealth mechanics I feel took a step back from even Mafia III.”
- “It's one thing to have slow-burning action and a whole different thing to have boring storytelling.”
- “Runs pretty badly, boring story, gunplay feels awful, 'explore' mode is just running from place to place getting collectibles that give you nothing and no side quests, and the world is empty!”
stability
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The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant bugs, crashes, and performance issues, particularly on PC. While some users experienced smooth gameplay with minimal glitches, others faced frequent freezes, graphical glitches, and crashes that hindered their overall experience. Overall, the game appears to be poorly optimized, especially on certain hardware configurations, leading to a consensus that it requires substantial updates to address these stability concerns.
- “Runs great, looks great.”
- “Got 12 hours of gameplay out of it and it was pretty much bug-free, which is a rarity these days; I only had one crash.”
- “Very good optimization upon release; apart from some rare instances where mild stuttering occurred, no bugs, no glitches, nothing of the sorts encountered so far.”
- “This game is buggy even 7 months after release; textures load in like mud half the time, and the game runs like trash.”
- “Crashes and game-breaking glitches are frequent; at one point, a train during a chase sequence froze and crashed my entire game.”
- “The game is completely unplayable; no optimization and freezes and stutters constantly, so do not buy the game until these errors are fixed.”
replayability
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The game's replayability is widely criticized, with many reviewers noting it as virtually nonexistent due to its linear narrative and lack of meaningful choices or side content. Players express disappointment over the short length of the game, typically around 10-15 hours, which does not justify a second playthrough, as there are no alternative paths or significant gameplay variations. Overall, the consensus is that while the story may be engaging, the absence of replay value significantly detracts from the overall experience.
- “In this way, the replayability would be more fun and diverse, where you can choose your own destiny.”
- “The game is solid, replayable, with collectibles for perks, photography, and some old buildings that actually exist in real life in Sicily.”
- “Despite these limitations, the game excels in storytelling and atmosphere, making it a rewarding experience for fans of narrative-driven mafia games, even if it doesn’t offer the same open-world freedom or extensive replayability as other titles in the genre.”
- “Replayability is almost nonexistent since the game focuses heavily on the story with few side activities or varied gameplay loops.”
- “Once you finish the story, there’s nothing to do — no replayability at all.”
- “There is virtually no replayability, with a severe lack of meaningful side content, extra modes, or features to justify a second playthrough.”
grinding
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The grinding aspect of the game has received largely negative feedback, with players describing it as tedious, repetitive, and often unnecessary. Many reviewers noted that boss fights, stealth missions, and collectible hunting contribute to a frustrating experience, particularly due to the lack of navigation tools and the linear mission design. While some appreciated the focus on story over grinding compared to previous titles, the overall sentiment is that the gameplay mechanics feel bloated and monotonous, detracting from the enjoyment of the narrative.
- “Gameplay is simple, but working and not that grindy (hi Mafia 3).”
- “No grinding 50 progress bars, no juggling 37 overlapping game systems, no hunting down 5,000 collectibles while praying for a decent cutscene.”
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “If you are exploring the map or looking for collectibles, you will be constantly checking your map; it's tedious and unnecessary.”
- “The open world was always a set piece and was used to enhance the story and setting; not something to do a bunch of tedious tasks in.”
- “The absence of a minimap or any navigation aid makes long drives tedious.”
character development
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Character development in the game is a polarizing aspect, with some players praising its depth and emotional engagement, particularly in relation to the protagonist Enzo, while others criticize it for being minimal, inconsistent, or lacking entirely. Many reviews highlight strong storytelling and character arcs, yet there are significant complaints about offscreen development and a lack of memorable characters. Overall, the game appears to offer a mix of rich narrative moments and frustrating gaps in character growth, leading to a divided reception among players.
- “Character development was probably the best part of the game.”
- “The story is rich, and the character development is excellent.”
- “The character development is rich and engaging, allowing players to connect deeply with Enzo as he navigates the complexities of his new life, a storyline that keeps you on the edge of your seat, filled with unexpected twists and emotional depth.”
- “The lack of content and character development is the real problem here.”
- “Most of the character development happens offscreen and you get quick catch-up cutscenes explaining basically nothing, with the occasional note giving tiny context into the characters' lives.”
- “Character development was inconsistent throughout; personalities and motivations seemed to shift from chapter to chapter with little explanation, making it difficult to stay emotionally invested.”
humor
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The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it unintentionally funny due to technical glitches and predictable storylines, while others appreciate the well-written characters and occasional witty dialogue. Many noted that the humor lacks the memorable lines and charm of previous installments, leading to a more serious tone overall. Despite this, some moments, such as NPC antics and character interactions, provided lightheartedness amidst the game's darker themes.
- “The torrisi family itself is full of memorable personalities — luca, cesare, and the don all bring tension, humor, and heartbreak.”
- “Funny thing on PC is that I turned off auto-aim so I don't just jump to head-shots or whatever it probably does, but the NPCs get really squirrelly when you point a gun at them; it's hilarious.”
- “The characters are exceptionally well-written, each with their own charm, depth, and even a good dose of humor.”
- “The character animations during cutscenes are so exaggerated that they become more cringe-worthy than humorous.”
- “The attempts at humor often fall flat, leaving me more confused than entertained.”
- “The jokes feel forced and rely too heavily on clichés, making it hard to find anything genuinely funny.”
monetization
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The monetization aspect of the game has been widely criticized, with many reviewers labeling it a "cash grab" that lacks the quality and creativity expected from the franchise. While some appreciate the absence of microtransactions and the lower price point compared to other titles, the overall sentiment is that the game feels rushed and devoid of genuine effort, ultimately disappointing fans of the series.
- “I feel that this purchase was worth it - the game costs only $50 in times when some greedy companies charge $80 for a game and stuff it with microtransactions.”
- “No BS, no microtransactions, no bloat.”
- “I'm glad that games focused on storytelling are still being made, without microtransactions and unnecessary open-world elements.”
- “Overall, this game feels like a cash grab trying to draw people in due to the Mafia name.”
- “This game had a massive opportunity to revive the series, but they threw it all away in a short-sighted cash grab.”
- “It feels more like a cash grab than a passion project—devoid of care or creativity.”

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