Mafia The Old Country Timeline Explained

In this comprehensive guide, we will examine the timeline of Mafia The Old Country and its place within the Mafia franchise.

Mafia The Old Country takes place in Italy (Image via 2K)
Mafia The Old Country takes place in Italy (Image via 2K)

Mafia The Old Country will be one of the biggest game releases of this year. The game is set to release globally on August 8, 2025. It will serve as a prequel to all the Mafia games released so far. It takes place in the Sicily region of Italy, before the crime empires rose in America. Read further to learn more details about the timeline.

In What Year does Mafia The Old Country Take Place?

Mafia The Old Country is a linear title (Image via 2K)
Mafia The Old Country is a linear title (Image via 2K)

Inspired by the real-life Sicily region, the game is set in a town called San Celeste. It is a fictional location that was also featured in Mafia 2. However, while the events of Mafia 2 occurred between 1943 and 1951, this time San Celeste is depicted in the early 1900s. If you are a hardcore Mafia fan or someone who enjoys narrative-driven games, Mafia The Old Country should definitely not be missed. The game sheds light on the Sicilian Mafia, long before these criminal activities began in America.

Who Is the Protagonist in the Game?

The protagonist of this game is Enzo Favara, who worked in the sulfur mines. However, fate had other plans for him, and he soon joined a crime family. The trailers released so far suggest a lot of intense and brutal combat. You can expect 1v1 Sicilian knife battles as well.

The game follows Enzo’s journey from a mine worker to the top of the criminal world. It serves as a prequel to the entire Mafia series, as it takes place before the events of any other game released so far. While The Old Country is set in the early 1900s, the original Mafia and Mafia Definitive Edition take place in the 1930s to 1940s. Mafia 2, which was released in 2010, is set between 1943 and 1951. Lastly, the events of Mafia 3 occur in 1968.

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It is safe to say that the newcomers will enjoy the game as well. Moreover, it does not feature an open world but follows a completely linear storyline, making it easy to dive into for first-time players.


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