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Free on PS5 and Xbox Now: The Remake of That 2004 PlayStation 2 Classic
Mafia: Definitive Edition, the 2020 remake of the 2004 PlayStation 2 classic Mafia, is now available as a free upgrade for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S owners who purchased the PlayStation 4 version. The native port offers technical improvements and a jump to 60fps, enhancing the experience of exploring 1930s Lost Heaven. However, players who downloaded the game through the PlayStation Plus library are not eligible for the free upgrade.
Mafia Developer Says Comparisons to Grand Theft Auto Are an 'Internet Thing'
Hangar 13, the developer behind the Mafia series, has stated that comparisons between their games and Grand Theft Auto are primarily an 'internet thing.' The studio seems to be pushing back against direct comparisons to Rockstar's popular open-world franchise.
25 Years of Mafia Video Games: An Oral History
This oral history celebrates 25 years of the Mafia video game franchise, featuring interviews with developers from Illusion Softworks and Hangar 13. The article delves into the legacy and evolution of the series over the past quarter-century.
PlayStation 5 Version of Popular PS2 Game Remake Out for Free Today
PlayStation 5 owners can now claim a free native port of Mafia: Definitive Edition, a remake of the original PS2 game. This upgrade is available for those who previously purchased the PS4 version as part of Mafia: The Omerta Collection. The PS5 version runs at 60 frames per second and includes technical improvements, though players who obtained the PS4 version through PlayStation Plus are not eligible for the free upgrade.
Mafia: The Old Country’s Man of Honor DLC is Out Now
The paid expansion "Man of Honor" for Mafia: The Old Country is now available for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC. This DLC, priced at $9.99, adds two new chapters featuring protagonist Enzo Favara working for Don Ennio Salieri, with new jobs, challenges, vehicles, weapons, and outfits. It can be purchased standalone or as part of the new Definitive Edition.
Mafia: Definitive Edition For PS5, Xbox Series X/S Rated by ESRB – Rumor
Mafia: Definitive Edition has been rated for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S by the ESRB, suggesting current-gen console versions are in development by Hangar 13 and 2K. While the original game is playable via backward compatibility, native versions would likely offer improved performance, targeting higher frame rates and resolutions. The article also briefly mentions the upcoming expansion 'Man of Honor' for Mafia: The Old Country.
Former 2K Games President Joins Ubisoft’s Creative House 2 as Its New General Manager
Christoph Hartmann, former president of 2K Games, has been appointed as the new general manager for Ubisoft's Creative House 2. He will oversee Tom Clancy franchises including The Division, Ghost Recon, and Splinter Cell. Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot expressed confidence in Hartmann's leadership to build lasting franchises.
Take-Two has 6 remakes and remasters planned for next few years
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick revealed that the company has six remakes and remasters in development, potentially from studios like Rockstar Games and Gearbox Software. Rumors suggest remakes of the first two Max Payne games, a remake of Mafia, and a Nintendo Switch port of Red Dead Redemption 2 are among the planned projects.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 boss sympathizes with "struggle for survival" of GTA-inspired crime game from Just Cause lead, says it "could easily have happened" to Warhorse's RPG
Daniel Vávra, director of Kingdom Come: Deliverance, expressed sympathy for the troubled launch of Samson, a new crime game from a co-director of Just Cause. Vávra noted that the struggles faced by Samson, including layoffs and rushed self-publishing, could have easily happened to his own studio's RPGs. He believes the unpredictable nature of game development means more such stories are likely in the future.
Samson review – Highly concentrated yet disappointing criminality
Samson is an open-world crime action game that attempts to revive the genre with a condensed experience and unique time-based debt system. Despite some interesting ideas, poor execution in driving, combat, and mission design leads to frustration and makes it a missed opportunity. The game struggles with clunky mechanics, repetitive tasks, and a stressful debt system that detracts from the narrative and overall fun.
Smooth Moves: 90 Frames-Per-Second Virtual Reality Arrives on GeForce NOW
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW is enhancing its virtual reality support, allowing Ultimate members to stream at up to 90 frames per second on compatible VR headsets like Apple Vision Pro, Meta Quest, and Pico devices. The cloud gaming service also adds Crimson Desert and World of Tanks, with the latter featuring a Mafia-themed event.
GeForce NOW Gets 90 FPS VR Support Plus A Day-One AAA Release
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW is introducing 90 FPS VR support for Apple Vision Pro, Meta Quest, and Pico devices for Ultimate members. Additionally, the highly anticipated AAA title Crimson Desert will be a day-one release on the cloud service. The article also notes a collaboration between World of Tanks and the Mafia series, and mentions that Cyberpunk 2077, Forza Motorsport, Icarus, and Ark Survival Ascended will be removed from the free tier on April 1st.
World Of Tanks Is Crossing Over With Mafia For Some Reason
World of Tanks is collaborating with the Mafia franchise for a limited-time "Battle Pass Special: Mafia" event from March 19-29. The crossover introduces Mafia-themed content, including the "Predatore" tank and characters like Tommy Angelo and Don Ennio Salieri. This event marks an unusual timing given the Mafia series' next installment is slated for 2025.
