Hitman
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About Hitman
IO Interactive released Hitman on March 11, 2016 as a tactical shooter adventure available on PlayStation 4, PC, Xbox One, Linux, Mac, and Stadia. You play as Agent 47, a professional assassin tasked with eliminating high-profile targets across massive global locations. The game launched with a prologue in Paris followed by episodic releases in Sapienza, Marrakesh, Bangkok, Colorado, and Hokkaido. This title flips the script on standard stealth games by treating every level as a giant sandbox where you choose your own path to the kill. It runs as a single-player experience focused on freedom rather than linear corridors or scripted sequences.
Gameplay
Sessions revolve around infiltrating detailed environments like hotels or resorts to locate and eliminate specific targets. You can disguise yourself as guards or civilians to move freely, plant explosives, poison food, or stage accidents that look like mishaps. The core loop involves scouting a location, planning an approach, and executing the hit while avoiding detection. Elusive Targets appear for limited windows where failure means they disappear forever. Escalation Contracts force you to chain together multiple objectives with increasing complexity using varied mechanics. You can also create your own scenarios in Contracts Mode to challenge friends against custom targets.
What Players Think
Players rate Hitman an average of 79.4 out of 100 on IGDB based on 572 reviews. The community describes the vibe as story-driven, hardcore, intense, and dark. Most users complete the main episodes but the real engagement happens with the live modes. Average playtime extends well beyond the initial campaign due to the sandbox nature of each map. Fans appreciate the freedom to experiment with kills rather than following a set path. Critic consensus highlights the intricate level design and the satisfaction of pulling off complex assassinations without drawing suspicion.
PlayPile's Take
This title is for players who enjoy solving puzzles in real time while managing their own stealth strategies. The game costs money upfront but offers significant value through its episodic structure and ongoing content updates. Players can earn achievements by completing various challenges or mastering specific disguises. You get exactly what you pay for: a deep simulation of assassination rather than an action movie script. Skip this if you need hand-holding or fast-paced shooting. Pick it up if you want to spend hours planning the perfect shot.
Game Modes
Single player
IGDB Rating
79.4
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14Elusive Targets: The Sensation Trailer
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