Hissatsu Shigoto Nin

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Hissatsu Shigoto Nin is a 1990 RPG that blends workplace drudgery with high-stakes sabotage. You play as a crew of nine average employees who moonlight as covert hitmen. The game mixes turn-based combat with character progression, tasking you with balancing mundane jobs and brutal assassinations. Dialogue and missions reflect the source material’s quirky take on corporate life, with each character’s secret identity revealing through flashy, over-the-top takedowns. Gameplay leans into straightforward mechanics but thrives on its offbeat premise. The game’s oddball charm comes from juxtaposing office routine with violent thrills. Characters like a salaryman who wields a pair of office scissors or a receptionist armed with poisoned coffee highlight the absurdity. While it lacks modern polish, its niche appeal has earned a small but dedicated following. Released in Japan over 30 years ago, it remains a curiosity for fans of retro RPGs and niche historical fiction.