Critical Review Roundup: Mafia: The Old Country Scores Mid-tier Across the Press
Jonathan Dubinski 
Key Takeaways
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- Mafia: The Old Country is a well-received reboot of the Mafia series, scoring 76 on Metacritic.
- The game is praised for its confident narrative, well-developed characters, and steady pacing, providing between 12 to 15 hours of engaging missions.
- Critics describe it as a classic crime thriller set in the early 1900s, but some have noted issues with suboptimal AI behavior and occasional glitches.
- Despite these minor flaws, critics consider Mafia: The Old Country a solid title that successfully channels the series foundational appeal.
Mafia: The Old Country – A Strong Reboot with Classic Crime Thriller Elements
“Mafia: The Old Country,” the fourth installment in the series, launches today to largely positive critical reception, scoring a respectable 76 on Metacritic. Critics largely commend “The Old Country” as a strong return to the franchise’s roots, praising its confident narrative, well-developed characters, and steady pacing. Journalists highlight engaging missions that provide between 12 and 15 hours of gameplay, noting a lack of filler content. The game is often described as a classic crime thriller set in the early 1900s. However, some reviewers point out areas for improvement, including suboptimal AI behavior and occasional glitches. Overall, critics consider “Mafia: The Old Country” a solid title that successfully channels the series’ foundational appeal.
In Case You Missed It
Exciting news for gamers and GeForce NOW subscribers! Bruno Pferd’s latest post from August 10th delves into NVIDIA’s recent addition of several blockbuster titles to the platform, including the highly anticipated Mafia: The Old Country and other intriguing games like Titan Quest II, Marvel Rivals Season 3.5, and Stormgate 1.0. Whether you’re drawn to historical crime dramas or mythical adventures, there’s something for everyone. Be sure to check out all the details on these new releases at NVIDIA Announces Arrival of Mafia: The Old Country and Other Titles on GeForce NOW Powered by ABYA. If you’re interested in the rise and fall of gaming titles, be sure to check out Jonathan Dubinski’s latest piece titled “Mindseye Clearly Seemingly Dead, Unmistakably the End” (published on 2025-08-02), which delves into the disappointing reception and future prospects of Mindseye, a game that has struggled with negative reviews and low player engagement. With post-launch content indefinitely postponed and a recent round of layoffs at Build A Rocket Boy, the studio behind Mindseye, it’s clear there are significant challenges ahead for this once-promising title. Dive into the details at Mindseye Clearly Seemingly Dead, Unmistakably the End! For gaming enthusiasts looking to stay on top of the latest releases, be sure to check out Jonathan Dubinski’s article “Xbox Receives Over Thirty Releases in the First Week of August” (published on 2025-08-01). The piece dives into an exciting lineup that includes Mafia: The Old Country and Gradius Origins, offering something for every taste. Whether you’re a fan of intense mafia narratives or classic arcade action, there’s plenty to look forward to this month. Don’t miss out on all the details—head over to Xbox Receives Over Thirty Releases in the First Week of August for more!
| Specification | |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Mafia: The Old Country |
| Brief Summary | Uncover the origins of organized crime in Mafia: The Old Country, a gritty mob story set in the brutal underworld of 1900s Sicily. Fight to survive as Enzo Favara and prove your worth to the Cosa Nostra in this immersive third-person action-adventure set during a dangerous, unforgiving era.
Enzo will do anything for a better life. After a brutal childhood of forced labor, he's ready to risk everything to become a man of honor in the Torrisi crime family. Mafia: The Old Country is an upcoming action-adventure game part of the Mafia series. It is a prequel to the first Mafia game. The game lets players descend into Sicily's criminal underworld during the 1900s. |
| Platforms | PlayStation 5, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox Series X|S |
| Released | August 7, 2025 |
| Genre | Shooter, Adventure |
| Play Modes | Single player |
| Content Rating | 19+ |
| Languages | Chinese (Simplified), English, Korean |
| Genre | Hangar 13 |
| Genre | 2K |
| Ratings | 98/100 (1 reviews) |
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