# Mafia video game franchise technical upgrades

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/mafia-video-game-franchise-technical-upgrades
> Updated: 2026-10-19T01:04:28.000Z. Sources: 16. Developments: 2.

Speculation regarding native current-generation upgrades for the Mafia franchise began following ESRB rating listings for Mafia II: Definitive Edition and Mafia III: Definitive Edition. These listings suggested that the titles were being prepared for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S to provide technical improvements such as enhanced graphics and faster loading times.

Following these indications, developer Hangar 13 released a technical update for Mafia III: Definitive Edition to mark its tenth anniversary. The update enables gameplay at up to 60 FPS on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, addresses visual consistency and bugs, and improves trophy and achievement tracking. A technical update for the PC version was also provided alongside a limited-time store discount.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-19: Mafia III receives 60 FPS update for PS5 and Xbox Series

Mafia III: Definitive Edition receives a technical update for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam, featuring 60 FPS gameplay, bug fixes, and improved visual consistency to mark the game's tenth anniversary.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mafia-iii-receives-60-fps-update-for-ps5-and-xbox-series

### 2026-10-07: Mafia II and III: Definitive Editions likely receiving PS5 and Xbox Series upgrades

ESRB ratings suggest Mafia II and Mafia III: Definitive Editions are receiving native upgrades for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, promising improved graphics and performance.

14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mafia-2-and-mafia-3-may-receive-ps5-and-xbox-series-upgrades

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