Hangar 13 is playing all of its Mafia: The Old Country marketing as straightforward as it possibly can: next month's PS5 gangster title is old school in its approach, with minimal distractions. Like an early Uncharted game, its combat appears simple, and you can get another look at it in the trailer above, captured from a PS5 Pro.

Firefights use a cover mechanic and knifefights include quick-time events, a lot like the action games of old. Supporting the approach is the decision to make an entirely linear experience, instead of including the open world from past Mafia titles.

The game even looks to draw inspiration from Uncharted 4's boss fight with Rafe, where Nate duels the main villain with a knife, featuring various moves and strikes for you to utilise.

There will also be grenades and other explosives to deal damage with. Mafia: The Old Country releases for PS5 on 8th August 2025, priced at £49.99 / $49.99. Are you looking forward to its more straightforward approach? Let us know in the comments below.