Mafia 3 Gets a Next-Gen Update

Mafia 3 has received a new update for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, introducing 60 FPS support and several technical improvements as the game celebrates its 10th anniversary.

Originally released in 2016, the open-world action game follows Lincoln Clay on his journey through the fictional city of New Bordeaux. The latest update aims to improve the experience for players on modern consoles while also introducing fixes and adjustments across supported platforms.

According to Insider Gaming, the update brings several improvements to Mafia 3, including higher frame rates, visual enhancements, and gameplay refinements.

Mafia 3 Now Supports 60 FPS on Modern Consoles

One of the most significant additions is support for 60 frames per second on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

The higher frame rate is designed to make movement, driving, and combat feel smoother compared with the original console experience.

Beyond performance improvements, the update also introduces visual adjustments and changes to the user interface, helping modernize certain aspects of the game.

PC players also benefit from various technical fixes and gameplay improvements included in the update.

Gameplay and AI Improvements

Alongside the graphical enhancements, the developers have addressed several issues affecting gameplay and progression.
The reported improvements include:

• Mission progression: Fixes designed to reduce problems that could interrupt progress through story missions.
• Achievement tracking: Improvements to the systems responsible for recording achievements and player accomplishments.
• NPC behavior: Adjustments to artificial intelligence, including the behavior of non-playable characters and companions.
• User interface: Changes intended to improve navigation and the overall player experience.
• General bug fixes: Additional technical improvements across supported platforms.

These changes aim to make returning to Mafia 3 a more enjoyable experience for both existing fans and newcomers.

Free Update for Existing Owners

According to the report, players who already own eligible digital editions of Mafia 3 can access the update without an additional purchase.

This includes owners of Mafia 3: Definitive Edition and certain franchise bundles, including Mafia: Trilogy and Mafia: The Omertà Collection.
The game is also reportedly available with discounts of up to 80% across PlayStation, Xbox, and Steam, although promotional prices may vary depending on the platform and region.
However, players planning to move from older consoles should be aware of an important limitation.

The developers reportedly confirmed that save files from the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions cannot be transferred to the new console versions.

This means players upgrading to the current-generation release may need to begin a new playthrough rather than continue their existing progress.

The update arrives a decade after Mafia 3's original release, giving players another opportunity to explore New Bordeaux and experience Lincoln Clay's story with improved performance.

With smoother gameplay and various technical refinements, the anniversary update offers a reason for fans to revisit the game on modern hardware.

Have you played Mafia 3 before? Would 60 FPS support encourage you to return to New Bordeaux? Share your thoughts in the comments and stay with YoRoGaming for more gaming news and updates.