Mafia: The Old Country Reviews
The good old Mafia game – both in a positive and a negative way. All the changes and additions Hangar 13 tried to make in the third installment were thrown out, and we ended up with a very linear action game with an interesting plot and an unnecessary open world.
Review in Russian | Read full review
Mafia: The Old Country has a great story to tell. As it unfolds, it captivates you with the breathtaking beauty of Sicily, never breaking its cinematic flow and staying true to its course. In these days when we long for linear games, it shines like a sun rising over Messina.
Review in Turkish | Read full review
Mafia: The Old Country is a playable movie first and a game second. It's a well-crafted, engaging, if sometimes overly predictable narrative of Mafia intrigue. If that sort of thing appeals to you, then there's a whole lot to like, and it's probably worth playing for that on its own merits. As a game, it feels somewhat lackluster, with most of the actual gameplay feeling like the bare minimum before one can return to the story, and it's supported by some great set pieces. If you want a cool period crime drama, then The Old Country has you covered, but don't expect much more beyond that.
Mafia: The Old Country is a relatively short but engaging and entertaining experience that once again tells a story of betrayal, love, and loyalty. Despite some problems and shortcomings,it's still worth experiencing.
Review in Persian | Read full review
While the gameplay throughout Mafia: The Old Country is nothing special, generally being a mix of basic stealth and action-packed shootouts, it has some highlights. It's the game's gripping story and sumptuous visuals which will really win most players over, making this one of the most enjoyable Mafia games yet.
In today's gaming landscape, dominated by sprawling open worlds, branching choices, microtransactions, and monetization strategies, a tightly crafted, linear, story-driven experience has become a rare treasure. Mafia: The Old Country may just be one of the finest examples left. While it's not without flaws, and its scope reflects the publisher's reluctance to invest the time and resources of a traditional production, it still delivers where it counts. For players who value strong storytelling, focused level design, and the immersive pull of a well-paced single-player campaign, this is an experience worth owning.
Review in Persian | 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
Mafia: The Old Country tells a gripping character-based story that series fans will certainly love. At the same time, it doesn't do much to put itself above its predecessors but with so much variety packed in, it's still an enjoyable play. 🍷
Mafia: The Old Country knows what it wants to be – a period-authentic, gritty mob drama – and largely succeeds in its ambition. While some mechanical elements might feel a touch dated in their implementation or the pacing occasionally rushes you forward, these are minor grievances against a backdrop of intriguing world-building, compelling storytelling, and a deep commitment to its historical setting. Hangar 13 has delivered a potent reminder of why the Mafia series resonates with its unwavering focus on narrative, character, and an unparalleled sense of time and place. It’s not a perfect game, but it offers an experience that’s rich in atmosphere, brutal honesty, and thoroughly captivating from start to finish. For those who appreciate a well-told crime story with unparalleled historical flavor, Mafia: The Old Country is an offer you should accept.
Mafia: The Old Country is a return to its roots that fully embraces its narrative shift. Its compelling story, sumptuous environments, and impeccable voice acting make it a memorable experience. However, its overly cautious gameplay, occasionally shaky technical aspects, and lack of freedom to explore prevent it from reaching excellence. It's a game to be savored like a good television series. While not perfect, it's clear that Hangar 13 has understood what made the first games so successful. Here's hoping they'll have the opportunity to continue this franchise in the future.
Review in French | Read full review
The frankly beautiful environment, rags-to-riches/forbidden love story, and memorable characters lift up the game, while the popping-in and optimization, and lack of a true open-world let the finished game down. With a couple of patches, this could end up being elevated to the best of the franchise, but for now, it’s just on the cusp.
Wait for a heavy discount on this one and temper your expectations; The Old Country is an old dog with no new tricks.
Mafia: The Old Country delivers a competently crafted but ultimately underwhelming prequel that falls short of franchise expectations. While the early 1900s Sicilian setting offers visual appeal and the supporting cast provides memorable moments, the experience suffers from uneven pacing, a unconvincing central romance, and repetitive gameplay mechanics. Outdated enemy AI undermines stealth encounters, and the linear structure lacks the ambition of previous entries. Despite solid performance optimization and polished presentation, this mid-budget effort feels caught between being too safe and too limited, requiring series fans to significantly lower their expectations.
Mafia: The Old Country is undoubtedly a must-have for anyone who craves a linear, story-driven crime drama. The gripping story and outstanding atmosphere make it an experience that offers a refreshing change of pace in this day and age of open-world games.
Review in German | Read full review
Hangar 13 is definitely on the right track, hopefully we get more Mafia in the upcoming years – most important thing to improve are the repetitive missions.
Review in Finnish | Read full review
Everything good about Mafia: The Old Country comes with an asterisk, a "but" that could be omitted. However, we are by no means talking about a bad game.
Review in Greek | Read full review