If you like Mafia 4, you should definitely visit a country where it is celebrated as a “national institution”

Mafia: The Old Country, the highly anticipated fourth installment in the beloved series, takes players on a thrilling journey through the gritty underworld of early 20th century Italy.

While the game promises to be a masterpiece in storytelling and immersive gameplay, there is one country where the Mafia franchise is more than just a popular video game series: it’s a matter of national pride!

Over time, the series has developed a worldwide fan base. | Image Credit: Hangar 13

That’s right, we’re talking about the Czech Republic (also known as the Czech Republic) – the birthplace of the series and a country where the games are celebrated as a “national institution”. But what is it about this Central European country that makes it such a hotbed for mafia fans?

A local franchise with a global reach

The Mafia series has come a long way since its humble beginnings in the Czech Republic.