The Old Country Seemingly Confirms Release Date

Mafia: The Old Country‘s release date has seemingly been revealed. It was previously confirmed that 2K Games’ latest Mafia installment would launch in the summer of 2025. However, some newly leaked information from the developer appears to have unintentionally exposed Mafia: The Old Country’s exact release date ahead of the upcoming gameplay trailer.

Previously, a leaked YouTube ad was thought to have revealed the release window for Mafia: The Old Country. The publisher subsequently confirmed the information and promised to share more details during The Game Awards 2024, which led to the unveiling of the first cinematic trailer. Since then, fans have speculated about the exact release date, primarily because Take-Two, the parent company of 2K Games, is expected to release GTA 6 around the same time. If the recent rumors are accurate, there will be a few months between the release of the two games.

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As reported by Insider Gaming, Mafia: The Old Country is seemingly set to release on August 8, 2025. The information comes from a Steam post announcing developer Hangar 13’s presentation at PAX East. While the English version of the post made no mention of a release date, LATAM and Japanese versions reportedly included a now-deleted line at the end stating that the game is coming in August, with preorders already available. PAX East, one of the most well-known video game conventions, will host Hangar 13 on May 8 at 7 PM BST or 2 PM ET. The presentation will be streamed on Mafia’s YouTube channel and PAX East’s Twitch for those looking forward to watching The Old Country’s new gameplay trailer.

Mafia 4’s Leaked Release Date Gives Weight to GTA 6 Rumors

Since Take-Two owns both 2K and Rockstar, fans can’t help but draw connections between the release dates of Mafia 4 and Grand Theft Auto 6. Many believe that if The Old Country is indeed launching in August, it lends credibility to the rumors of GTA 6 releasing in the fall. The theory is that Take-Two plans to launch the next Mafia installment a couple of months earlier to avoid overlap and ensure its sales aren’t impacted by the other AAA title. After all, a massive release like GTA 6 could easily overshadow Mafia, which wouldn’t be in Take-Two’s best interest.

Whether the rumors surrounding these two AAA games are true, one thing is clear: Take-Two is gearing up for a massive year. Both Mafia: The Old Country and GTA 6 are among the most anticipated titles of 2025, and the company appears to be planning a back-to-back release—a bold move that many gamers will welcome. It’s also worth noting that neither 2K nor Rockstar has commented on the recent leaks and speculations. However, Hangar 13 is expected to confirm Mafia: The Old Country’s release date during its upcoming PAX East presentation on May 8.