The Mafia franchise might just be on the brink of an exciting new chapter. After the unexpected success of the prequel, Mafia: The Old Country, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick hints at a promising future for the series.
A New Dawn for Mafia
In a recent conversation, Zelnick expressed enthusiasm about the potential continuation of the Mafia series. As the team at developer Hangar 13 rolls out new content following the August release of The Old Country, the CEO teases that there may be more in store for fans. “Definitely,” Zelnick confirmed when asked if the success of The Old Country could pave the way for future entries. “We’re really excited about Mafia… it definitely performed well ahead of expectations.”
The choice to price the game at $49.99 seems to have been a smart move. Fans welcomed the $50 price tag, appreciating 2K and Hangar 13’s transparent communication that the game was a linear, story-focused experience rather than a sprawling open-world akin to Grand Theft Auto.
Promise of More to Come
While exact sales numbers remain under wraps, the success of Mafia: The Old Country in capturing the early 1900s Sicily setting has bolstered confidence in narrative-driven games. Take-Two confirmed that more content and updates for The Old Country are underway, ensuring fans have plenty to look forward to.
The Old Country debuted as a prequel in the well-loved crime saga that first launched with the original Mafia in 2002. After the mixed reception of Mafia 3 in 2016, only the appreciated definitive edition remasters in 2020 kept the franchise alive. Now, with the recent release, the wait for the next chapter seems shorter than ever.
Positioned as a fresh start for the series, The Old Country is living up to expectations. Lauded with a “Great” rating in an 8/10 review, the game delivers a compelling return to a story-driven format, enhanced by keen attention to detail.
For those eager for more, there’s plenty to explore with the Free Ride mode introduced in a recent update, and detailed insights into its PC and console specifications.