- Hangar 13 is currently working on a new Mafia title after The Old Country.
- A job listing suggests this game will incorporate multiplayer elements to some extent.
- The multiplayer experience could allow co-op gameplay in large environments similar to GTA Online.
A new Mafia game has already been confirmed from Hangar 13. The team is currently building on Mafia: The Old Country, aiming to shift the formula for the second title drastically.
Why it matters: This shakeup could add a fresh experience to the Mafia series, potentially allowing it to mimic a GTA Online-like setting.
As spotted by Cheat Happens, Hangar 13’s job ad for Lead VFX Artist notes that developers with an understanding of multiplayer gameplay are highly desirable for the position.
This is a strong indication that the team is working on multiplayer gameplay for the title in some capacity. Whether the multiplayer will be a very small inclusion or a major add-on remains to be seen, but the possibility is definitely interesting.
Understanding of multiplayer or networked gameplay VFX challenges.
For now, it’s known that the next Mafia title will utilize Unreal Engine 5 during development. At the same time, it will focus on a narrative experience for its core audience.
It’s important to understand that the next Mafia game is expected to be a sequel to The Old Country.
The game may even implement open-world elements, which would complement a multiplayer experience and effectively allow the series to tackle GTA Online-like gameplay in an older setting.
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