Mafia The Old Country exact release time for PS5, Xbox Series X and PC this week

The Mafia series is poised to make a comeback later this week, and we've got all the details on the exact date and time you can dive into this gripping crime saga.

There's nothing quite like immersing yourself in a compelling gangster flick – and it's even more thrilling when you're part of the action. For two decades, that's been the allure of publisher 2K's robust yet somewhat uneven Mafia series, last seen with 2020's Mafia: Definitive Edition remake.

Now, it's set to return with the prequel entry, Mafia: The Old Country. From what we've seen in trailers and gameplay snippets so far, it's an incredibly stunning game where you get to climb the ladder of a genuine Italian crime family.

Mafia: The Old Country deviates from previous entries as it's set in Italy rather than America, giving intrigued players a chance to explore the true roots of what would later evolve into the mob.

If this sounds like your cup of tea, then you'll want to know the precise Mafia: The Old Country release date and time. The good news is, there's not much longer to wait.

Here's when players on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox can plunge into the captivating drama.

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Mafia: The Old Country release date and time

As confirmed on 2K's official Mafia website, the Mafia: The Old Country release date and time is set for 9pm PDT / 12am EDT on Thursday, August 7 and 12am BST on Friday, August 8 at for console players.

PC gamers will be able to access the game on Thursday, August 7 at 9am PDT / 12pm EDT / 5pm BST. This means those who purchase Mafia: The Old Country on PC will have a slight head start, but the wait isn't much longer for those planning to play on PS5 or Xbox Series X|S.

Being a prequel to the three other main entries in the series, Mafia: The Old Country is an excellent starting point, even for newcomers. As new Mafia recruit Enzo, players can race, drive, and shoot their way through a stunning depiction of 1900s Sicily, developed in Unreal Engine 5.

Developer Hanger 13 has been quite transparent about this entry returning to the franchise's more linear roots. In today's sea of open-world titles, it should hopefully feel refreshing.

We'll know for sure when this week's Mafia: The Old Country release date and time finally arrives.