Mafia II Gets Release Date

2K Games has announced that Mafia II finally has a release date.  This title is now set to be released on August 24 in North America and August 27 throughout Europe.  Through a compelling narrative, Mafia II transports gamers into the dark and unforgiving world of the Mafia.  The fiction is embellished by a sophisticated, era-evoking atmosphere that meticulously replicates the clothing, cars, music and advertising of 1940′s and 1950′s Americana.  Players will easily become immersed in the game’s cinematic Hollywood-style experience with strong, believable characters in a living, breathing metropolis.  By fusing high octane gunplay with white knuckle driving and an engaging narrative.

Born the son of a poor immigrant, Vito is a beaten down Italian-American who is trying to escape the life of poverty that consumed his childhood.  Vito, along with his lifelong friend, Joe, will descend into the world of organized crime.  Looking to escape the life of hardship that his father led, Vito dreams about becoming a “made man,” and together with Joe, will work to prove themselves to the Mafia as they try to make their names on the streets.  However, the two quickly realize that life as a wise guy isn’t quite as glamorous as it seems.

To accompany this announcement Rockstar has also released the box art.  Take a look at it below and keep your eyes on TotallyGN for more updates as 2K unveils more about this anticipated release.