Mafia: The Old Country will bring the classic Mafia experience back when it launches on August 8, but if you were hoping to play it on Xbox Game Pass right away, I’ve got some news for you.
The game, developed by Hangar 13 and published by 2K Games, won’t be included in Xbox Game Pass at launch. This might be a bit of a bummer if you rely on the subscription service for your gaming, but it’s not too surprising. Mafia is a well-known franchise, and with 2K backing it, the developers probably don’t need to lean on Game Pass to get players’ attention.
There hasn’t been any announcement from Xbox or the publishers about Mafia: The Old Country joining Game Pass on day one. Usually, when a game is coming to the service, Microsoft gives us a heads-up well before the release date. So, no news means no inclusion for now.
But what about later? Could Mafia: The Old Country show up on Game Pass down the line? Possibly. Mafia: Definitive Edition did make its way onto Game Pass in August 2024, nearly four years after its original release. That suggests that if this new Mafia title does arrive on the service, it won’t be anytime soon. So if you want to jump into the game as soon as it’s out, buying it is your best bet.
For those curious, the game’s removal of an open-world structure and its $50 price point have stirred some chatter among fans. But does a more focused experience mean less content? The developers have said the game isn’t short, just priced differently. That’s kinda refreshing in a market where $70 is becoming the norm.
So, are you planning to get Mafia: The Old Country on launch day, or will you hold out for a potential Game Pass arrival? It’s an interesting choice, do you want to go into it now or wait and save some cash?
