Mafia: The Old Country Reviews
Mafia: The Old Country doesn't reinvent the wheel, but it does take players to a beautiful new locale for a full-fledged Mafia game like any other - and possibly the best one yet. The Old Country makes for a sublime addition to the series.
rooted forces that sustain it-and this game does so with rare courage and clarity.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Mafia: The Old Country transports players to early 20th-century Sicily, following Enzo's journey from a sulfur mine worker to a rising figure in the Torrisi crime family. The game excels with its narrative design, filled with memorable characters, and authentic Sicilian soundtrack. However, the gameplay systems are basic, with rigid animations and limited exploration. Despite these drawbacks, the game's cinematic storytelling and dramatic impact make it a must-play for fans of Italian mafia thrillers. A fair price for a compelling narrative-driven experience.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Mafia: The Old Country may not be the best installment in the series, but it is definitely one that should be played by fans of the first two installments of the franchise, as well as people who like gangster adventures full of twists and turns and a plot that keeps you in suspense until the end credits.
Review in Polish | Read full review
Mafia: The Old Country continues in the story-driven style of Mafia 1 and 2, but serves as a prequel set in early 1900s Sicily. It follows the rise of Enzo within a local crime family, with a focus on narrative, grounded combat, and atmospheric world-building.
Review in Slovak | Read full review
A fascinating voyage in 1900 Sicily, marred by a very formulaic story that can be guessed almost from the very start. Some gameplay elements are quite bizarre too, such as giving the player the option to buy and customize equpimente, and then giving default guns in more or less half the fights. A shame.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Mafia: The Old Country is a solid entry that takes the franchise to 1900s Sicily to explore the origins of the mafia. It stands out for its emotional and believable narrative, as well as its well-crafted historical setting. Moreover, the story doesn't overshadow the gameplay, which is varied and thoughtfully designed.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
The magic of the Mafia comes back in Mafia: The Old Country when you drive a classic car down a dusty road at sunset or make plans in a villa's back room by candlelight. It may not change the franchise, but it knows what made it great in the first place.
Mafia: The Old Country is a pleasantly surprising release that offers around sixteen hours of solid entertainment. A well-paced story and detailed setting help it stand out, despite major drawbacks like repetitive knife-based fights and poor enemy AI. While not a top-tier title, its budget price and overall coherence make it a worthwhile option in today’s gaming landscape.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Mafia: The Old Country isn’t the longest, flashiest, or most replayable game—but what it offers is clarity. This is a lean, linear mob drams focused on story, atmosphere, and character. It knows exactly what it wants to be, and it doesn’t waste your time getting there. If you’re after a grounded narrative with a clear creative vision, The Old Country delivers something memorable.
Beautiful to look at, worth experiencing for the atmosphere and story, but ultimately weighed down by gameplay that refuses to evolve. Like a treasured heirloom, it is meant to be appreciated, not necessarily played over and over.
But anyone who enjoys narratively strong action games with cinematic staging can pick this up with a clear conscience. Series fans might not be impressed, but they'll be satisfied with a really good "Mafia."
Review in German | Read full review
The Mafia series returns with a classic, story-driven action-adventure that dives deep into the origins of the organization—and the series itself. With a dense, cinematic narrative and a faithful recreation of Sicily, the game delivers a grounded experience that feels both timeless and fresh. The detailed visuals and authentic sound design make it hard not to dream of traveling to Sicily yourself.
Review in Korean | Read full review
Mafia: The Old Country is a solid return to the series’ roots. Despite a few minor flaws, it delivers an engaging story that’s well worth experiencing. The game also packs in plenty of fan-service moments that longtime Mafia fans will definitely appreciate.
I would have liked to see Mafia: The Old Country give me more to sink my teeth into. This is not about length, which comes in at around 12–15 hours to complete, but more about having some meat on the bone. If it's about giving me a cinematic drama to play before me, then really give it to me instead of a very typical love story up until the last hour or so. My hopes were high for Mafia: The Old Country, and the game didn't satisfy.
Hangar 13 didn't reinvent the wheel with Mafia: The Old Country. Instead it goes back to the roots of the franchise and of the mafia, with a cinematic adventure in Sicily. The story and gameplay all feel familiair, but the execution is strong, partly due to the strong cast and memorable characters. The game does suffer from some glitches, but that doesn't ruin the fun. The Old Country feels like an 11-hour long mobster movie, with excellent pacing.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
Mafia: The Old Country delivers the story-driven, cinematic experience Hangar 13 strived for. Despite, some gameplay and stability issues the engaging narrative kept us playing through the whole story. The only thing missing is more replayability.
Review in German | Read full review