Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, the revelation of Mafia: The Old Country marked the crescendo of Gamescom Opening Night Live. Alas, though scant in details, a promise of more revelations beckons at this year’s Game Awards, slated for December 12th in the year of our Lord 2024.
Within the confines of the teaser trailer lies a man, roused from slumber by the sight of a shotgun resting upon his desk, a switchblade defiantly thrust into the wood, and a breathtaking panorama awaiting him beyond the balcony. And thus, the title emerges – Mafia: The Old Country.
The YouTube video description paints a vivid picture: “Unearth the genesis of organized crime in Mafia: The Old Country, a gritty chronicle of mob rule set amidst the harsh underbelly of 1900s Sicily. Brace yourself for a battle for survival in an era as perilous as it is merciless, where action springs forth from the raw realism and intricate storytelling characteristic of the revered Mafia series.”
Much remains shrouded in mystery regarding this opus, yet the epoch of 1900s Sicily beckons as a canvas ripe for a mobster’s saga. Amidst the tumultuous rise of the Cosa Nostra, the stage is set for a narrative rich in turmoil and triumph. Perhaps it shall delve into the tumultuous era of Benito Mussolini, where the mafia clashed incessantly with the iron fist of government opposition.
Verily, the discourse surrounding Mafia: The Old Country is a cauldron of intrigue, awaiting but a brief span before the revelations unfurl at The Game Awards. Set to grace the realms of PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and the venerable PC via Steam in the annals of 2025.
