Release Information & Setting
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Launch Date: August 8, 2025, on PC (Windows), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
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Prequel to the original Mafia games, the story unfolds in early 1900s Sicily, notably the fictional town of San Celeste, exploring the crime family origins through protagonist Enzo Favara.
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Gameplay Style: Embraces a linear, narrative-driven approach—a stylistic shift from the open-world format of Mafia III.
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Authenticity & Audiovisuals: Built on Unreal Engine 5, the game features full voice acting—including Sicilian dubbing—to enhance immersion.
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Pricing & Editions:
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Standard edition: around $50
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Deluxe edition (~$60) includes thematic packs, soundtrack, and digital art.
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PC System Requirements
Minimum (1080p, Medium Settings)
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OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
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CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 2700X / Intel Core i7-9700K
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RAM: 16 GB
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GPU: AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT / NVIDIA RTX 2070 (8 GB VRAM)
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Storage: 55 GB SSD
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DirectX 12 required.
Recommended (1440p, High Settings)
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CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800X / Intel Core i7-12700K
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RAM: 32 GB
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GPU: AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT / NVIDIA RTX 3080 Ti (12 GB VRAM)
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Storage: 55 GB SSD
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DirectX 12.
Epic (4K, Highest Visual Fidelity)
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CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 9700X / Intel Core i7-14700K
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RAM: 32 GB
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GPU: AMD Radeon RX 9070 / NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti (12 GB VRAM)
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Storage: 55 GB SSD
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Resolution: 3840×2160 with Unreal TSR upscaling to boost visuals.
Early Reviews & Blogger Feedback
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Meristation (Spanish outlet) highlighted the game's strong narrative and atmospheric fidelity but noted its conservative gameplay, offering limited exploration and basic AI, with some PC performance issues despite polished visuals.
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Expected playtime is similar to the earlier Mafia titles—around 10+ hours, depending on exploration depth.
Summary Table
| Tier | CPU | RAM | GPU | Storage | DirectX | Target Experience |
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| Minimum | i7‑9700K / Ryzen 7 2700X | 16 GB | RTX 2070 / RX 5700 XT (8 GB) | 55 GB | 12 | 1080p, Medium |
| Recommended | i7‑12700K / Ryzen 7 5800X | 32 GB | RTX 3080 Ti / RX 6950 XT (12 GB) | 55 GB | 12 | 1440p, High |
| Epic | i7‑14700K / Ryzen 7 9700X | 32 GB | RTX 4070 Ti / RX 9070 (12 GB) | 55 GB | 12 | 4K, Epic Preset + Upscale |
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