Next Hit or Damage Control? Hangar 13 Already Teasing Another Mafia Game Before ‘The Old Country’ Even Drops

We’re just days away from the long-awaited release of Mafia: The Old Country — the franchise’s first new entry in nearly a decade. But while excitement brews for its August 8 launch, developer Hangar 13 appears to already have eyes on the next big move.

Despite a fresh setting, throwback gameplay (think horseback riding and old-school weaponry), and a surprisingly modest $49.99 price tag, early reactions to gameplay previews have been mixed — especially from longtime Mafia fans. Some questioned the game’s budget, while others expressed concerns over whether it can live up to the legacy of the franchise.

But here’s the plot twist…

🎮 The Next Mafia Game Is Already Taking Shape

While The Old Country hasn’t even hit shelves yet, Hangar 13 is quietly gearing up for what looks like the next Mafia installment — and possibly a bigger-budget one. A job listing on the studio’s UK careers page is seeking a Principal AI Designer to craft combat systems, NPC behavior, and dynamic enemy encounters for a new Mafia experience.

One line from the post jumps out:

“Craft new archetypes that fit the vision of a Mafia game. All the way from creative and technical design prototypes to enemy behaviors and abilities.”

Yeah. They’re not being subtle.

Whether this points to an entirely new sequel or possibly a modern remake of Mafia II (the only title in the series yet to be properly reimagined), one thing is clear: Hangar 13 is wasting no time in keeping the Mafia legacy alive.

🧠 MainEvent.News | Backstage Take:

“Hangar 13 seems to be hedging their bets. With The Old Country under heavy fan scrutiny, spinning up the next Mafia title now could either be confidence in the franchise — or a soft insurance policy in case fans demand something better, faster. Either way, the family business isn’t closing shop anytime soon.”