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Mafia: The Old Country Debuts with Early PC Access and Console Release

Hangar 13 leverages Unreal Engine 5 to deliver a focused Sicilian prequel without open-world distractions.

Overview

  • Early access via Steam began August 7 for PC ahead of the official August 8 launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
  • Hangar 13’s prequel places players in the role of Enzo Favara as he rises through Sicily’s Torrisi Mafia from 1904 to 1908.
  • The game foregoes open-world design in favor of linear, cinematic gameplay emphasizing narrative pacing and immersive cutscenes.
  • Powered by Unreal Engine 5 and full Sicilian voice acting, the title showcases photorealistic landscapes and detailed character animations.
  • Initial reviews praise the story’s emotional depth and visual fidelity while noting conservative gameplay mechanics and occasional technical quirks.