Hitman 2
Release Date: November 13, 2018
Action, TPP, stealth, TPS, co-op, shooters, multiplayer, singleplayer, internet
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Steam
Another entry in the popular series of action games, in which the players assume the role of the assassin for hire known as Agent 47. In Hitman 2, the protagonist is chasing the mysterious client. 47 must eliminate the target and destroy his criminal network. The game takes the players on a journey to various parts of the world, including tropical forests and Miami.
Last Update: November 15, 2018
Hitman 2 Guide
Hitman 2 Guide and walkthrough contains Beginner's Guide, Trophy Guide, tips and detailed walkthrough for this demanding action game. You will learn about all the variants of completing missions, outfits and avoiding cameras.
Videos and Screens
[0:55] Hitman 2 launch trailer
[1:28] Hitman 2 Ghost Mode
OpenCritic Rating
Game is Recomended by 91% of Critics. There are 143 Critic Reviews.
DualShockers: 9 / 10 by Chris Compendio
I'm really eager to delve into this "platform" of Hitman 2 as it evolves. Like the first game, "Elusive Targets" will be made available, with their missions only playable once per player, whether you succeed, fail, or miss it entirely. Even with the existing content, there is so much to extrapolate from. The game encourages players to "master" each level, complete challenges, do all the story missions, and come with new ways to approach these situations. You are rewarded with new starting points, items, and other useful trinkets and perks. Unlike most games that are dense with content, I actually want to take advantage of it all, rather than quickly getting through the story through brute force and never stopping to smell the roses like I do in many open-world games currently on the market. As I write this Hitman 2 review, I am super antsy to finish it up, because I just really, really want to play more.
PC Gamer: 84 / 100 by Phil Savage
Essentially more of its predecessor but with a more consistent quality of levels. Which is fine: its predecessor was great.
GamesRadar+: 3.5 / 5 by Sam Loveridge
The quirks of what seem to be a last-minute rush out the door development strategy don't detract from the fact that each Hitman 2 level is wonderfully crafted and full of potential for inventiveness… and silliness.
The main pros of the game
- Graphics and Performance: Many users praised the graphics, noting that the game looks great and runs smoothly.
- Creative Gameplay: The game offers clever contracts and entertaining missions, with a high degree of freedom in how players can approach tasks, allowing for a variety of creative assassination methods.
- Improvements Over Previous Titles: Some reviews mentioned that HITMAN? 2 improves significantly over its predecessor, making it one of the best entries in the series.
The main cons of the game
- Always Online Requirement: A significant number of players expressed frustration over the game's requirement to be always online, which they felt detracted from the single-player experience.
- Technical Issues: There are reports of severe technical problems, including crashes that can take down the entire PC, particularly when accessing certain features like the map or save files.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- DLC Bundling Issues: Users expressed dissatisfaction with the necessity to purchase HITMAN 1 and 3 to access certain DLC content for HITMAN 2, feeling it was irritating and a money grab.
- More Robust Offline Play: Some players wished for a more solid offline experience without the constant need for an internet connection.
Summary
- Overall, while HITMAN? 2 is celebrated for its graphics, gameplay, and creativity, it faces criticism for its online requirements and technical stability issues.
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GAMERS Score
Average score from 825 votes. 116 players anticipated the game.
Hitman 2 Description
Hitman 2 is another entry in the popular series of action games developed by IO-Interactive. It is also a direct sequel to the bestseller game from 2016. The developers gained independence from Square Enix and their new game was published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment.
Plot
Hitman 2 takes place after the events presented in the previous entry in the series. Agent 47 is tasked with eliminating the mysterious client and destroying his criminal network. The matters become more complicated when the protagonist learns the true identity of the target and his past.
Mechanics
The action in Hitman 2 is presented from a third-person perspective. While chasing his target, the silent assassin visits various areas of the world, including tropical forests and the sunny city of Miami. During the game, the players are eliminating selected targets.
Similar to previous entries in the series, the missions in Hitman 2 can be completed in various ways. Although it is possible to complete the tasks by simply participating in open combat with the enemies, more subtle methods and silent assassinations are more preferable. A professional killer is supposed to use disguises, to sneak past enemies, use pistols with silencers and sniper rifles, poisons, and to make the murders look like accidents.
Game modes
Hitman 2 is the first entry in the series that features a cooperation multiplayer mode titled Sniper Assassin. The singleplayer story campaign remains the main mode of the game.
Technical aspects
Hitman is powered by Glacier 2, the engine created by IO-Interactive. The three-dimensional graphics are of similar quality to the ones present in the previous entry in the series.
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Hitman Series
A highly popular series combining elements of action and stealth games, featuring the missions of a paid assassin - Agent 47. The series was created by Danish development studio IO Interactive.
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Hitman 2 Summary
Early Access:November 9, 2018
Platforms:
PC / Windows
PlayStation 4
Xbox One
Developer: IO Interactive
Publisher: Warner Bros. Games
Hitman 2 System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core i5-2500K 3.3 GHz / AMD Phenom II X4 940 3.0 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 660 / Radeon HD 7870 or better, 60 GB HDD, Windows 7 64-bit
Recommended: Intel Core i7-4790 4.0 GHz, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 8 GB GeForce GTX 1070 / Radeon RX Vega 56 or better, 60 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit
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