The latest expansion for Mafia: The Old Country, titled Man of Honor, has arrived, offering players a return to the Sicilian setting one year after the base game's launch. In a recent review for TheXboxHub, Gareth Brierley assessed the content, which focuses on two new story missions serving as an intermission between chapters five and six of the main campaign.

Quick Facts

  • Release Date: August 14, 2026
  • Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC
  • Availability: Paid DLC; not included in Game Pass
  • Technical Note: Not Xbox Play Anywhere enabled

Content and Gameplay Findings

Man of Honor introduces several new assets to the Mafia: The Old Country experience, including a variety of weapons, vehicles, and cosmetic items. For players who enjoy the open-world exploration, the DLC adds new stunts and collectibles to the Free Ride mode. The narrative missions reintroduce the character Salieri, a mob boss familiar to fans of the original Mafia title, and follow protagonists Enzo and Caesar through the Sicilian countryside.

According to TheXboxHub, the expansion maintains the high production values of the base game, specifically praising the period-accurate environments, character animations, and voice work. However, the reviewer noted that the gameplay does not deviate from the established formula. While the driving mechanics remain a highlight, the combat—which relies heavily on gunplay and cover—remains identical to the original release, with the reviewer expressing disappointment at the lack of the boss knife-fighting mechanics found in the base campaign.

Reviewer Consensus

TheXboxHub awarded the expansion a 3.5/5 score. The review characterizes the DLC as a "pleasant return" that succeeds in providing more of the same high-quality atmosphere, but notes that the experience feels like a "starter more than a main." The conclusion of the story was cited as a particular weak point, described by the outlet as finishing with a "whimper" rather than a significant showdown. Ultimately, the expansion is framed as a suitable choice for players looking to spend more time in the game's world, provided they do not expect major mechanical shifts or a transformative narrative direction.