Hitman III

4 out of 5 stars.

Hitman 3 is one the best in the trilogy. Which the series has been going downhill and becoming a tiresome with opening the sandbox of the missions. Sure they give you plenty of options to assasinate the targets. After one play through i am not even sure about revisiting the missions.

I loved hitman blood money and absolution. And i find those to be the best in the series. This game is good and fun.

The graphics are impressive. Especially on ps5. The controls are easy to use. The story is a conclusion to this reboot trilogy. Hope they do something fresh or go back to the old roots with blood money or absolution.

There is 6 missions. Better than the last two games. The missions does require patience. If you want the perfect assassination. Which is still fun. I wont be revisiting the game a second time. I do feel like the series is running its course and losing its interests.

It's a bit unfair to write a review of Hitman 3, mainly because this game feels like the culmination of a massive experience that includes Hitman 1 and 2. Together, they form an interconnected web of assassinations, and Hitman 3 serves as the cherry on top of this deliciously complex sundae. As a fan of the series since its inception in 2000, it's exhilarating to see how the franchise has evolved while maintaining its core essence. I'll do my best to encapsulate my thoughts on this masterpiece.

The formula behind Hitman remains similar - you're still 47, an elite assassin taking down targets for a shadowy organization. However, everything is sharper, more refined, and packed with options that outshine its predecessors. If there's one series that has avoided the sequel curse while keeping the gameplay fresh and interesting, it's Hitman. The ability to strategize, plan, and execute your target like a chess player is what stands out in this title.

Right from the start, you're thrust into a world defined by creativity and choice. The game feels like an ultimate puzzle, as one charming YouTube reviewer put it. You can approach targets in myriad ways - silent sniper, cunning disguiser, or even a frantic gunslinger if you're feeling reckless. I personally lean toward the stealth approach, reveling in the thrill of blending in with crowds and slipping past guards. Walking around, observing NPC behaviors, and discovering new disguises never gets old. Honestly, I'd almost classify Hitman 3 as a walking and looking simulator, where your greatest satisfaction comes not just from assassinations but from the thrill of your cover being successful.

One standout level takes place in a beautifully rendered British manor. Here, you can don the guise of a private investigator and partake in an optional investigation to solve a murder. This not only adds a creative twist but showcases how invested the developers are in crafting well-thought-out scenarios. Levels such as this make the experience feel rich and vibrant.

Stealth is the name of the game, and Hitman 3 nails it. Unlike other games where enemies might just shoot on sight, NPCs react in believable ways - panicking, calling for help, or alerting security. It's this attention to detail that creates an immersive experience. Each level feels like a character of its own, offering a plethora of options to reach your goal.

If I had to voice a criticism, it would be that the final level leans a bit too linear for my taste, providing fewer opportunities for experimentation compared to the others. The story, while present, falls somewhat flat. However, it has always been about the thrill of the hunt and the unique ways you can eliminate targets. For re-playability, Hitman is arguably unmatched in modern gaming.

The characters themselves are a collection of unlikeable yet cartoonish personas that you can't help but enjoy dispatching. The voice acting is solid, featuring the iconic voice of the protagonist that has been present since 2000.

The sound design and music in Hitman 3 are also top-notch, with the aforementioned British manor standing out as a masterpiece in level design. It immerses you in the environment, making each moment feel alive and compelling.

In the end, the length of the game can vary based on how you approach it. I often found myself taking my time, going back to fix mistakes and discovering new paths. Suffice it to say, I was thoroughly entertained throughout.

In conclusion, Hitman 3 captivates with its strategic depth, artistic presentation, and engaging gameplay. It stands as the high point of the franchise and earns a solid **9/10**. If you're looking for a game that challenges your ingenuity and rewards patience, look no further than this gem.

Just amazing, the detail in every map it is just unbelievable, massive upgrade form the precious 2 even though they were still good games but I love the idea of the third mission where you don't have a specific target but multiple Unidentified ones. The last mission is absolutely class and has got to be the best mission in hitman history. There are no other games like this franchise and this is unique in a perfect way. Great ending to an amazing sequel

Hitman 3 is, undoubtedly, the best of the series. Not many changes have been made to the gameplay from Hitman 2, but to be honest, I'm fine with that. Hitman 2 was pretty spot-on, there weren't many issues to fix. The changes that have been made, however, are great, the most notable of which is Agent 47's brand-new hacker-camera, which can hack electronic locks among other things (such as taking photos, duh). Now, let me talk about the locations. In short, they're absolutely amazing. I often found myself replaying a mission four or five times in order to explore every location and complete every challenge, as much as I did with the previous two games. Now the story: Hitman 2016 had a very basic story that felt more like an excuse to string together the assassinations than anything else, Hitman 2's story was more complicated and had several cool twists but still felt a little forced, however Hitman 3 delivers an absolutely brilliant story in my opinion. I was actually engaged in the cutscenes for once! If you felt that the previous two games were somewhat limp in that department, you don't have to concern yourself with that for Hitman 3. I won't dish out any spoilers, but let's just say you won't be expecting that final mission. Now let's talk about the mission stories. In the previous games there were quite a few mission stories, maybe six or seven per mission? In Hitman 3 it's a bit different. Most locations have only three, but some have none at all (such as the final mission. I won't tell you why though, because that would be a spoiler!). In some missions I find this quite annoying, because it feels like IO are being stingy, but in other cases I can fully understand why there are only three. Take the one at Thornbridge Manor, for example, where you pose as a detective and solve a murder, before actually committing one yourself. That mission story was super detailed, and probably lasted me a good forty minutes. So in the case of that missiom, I get why there are only three mission stories. But in other missions, like the ones in Mendoza or Chongqing, where the mission stories are no longer than the ones in either Hitman 1 or 2, I felt a little disappointed. Speaking of, you can actually play both those games within Hitman 3, with all the graphical upgrades and gameplay changes, if you've purchased them and downloaded the legacy packs, which is great. There's also the added VR mode, but it's honestly not that good. It doesn't support the PlayStation Move controllers and it's also pretty glitchy, nowhere near as clean as what was shown in the official "Sandbox VR" video about a month back. If you have PSVR and want to give it a go, I'd highly recommend playing all the missions normally before doing them in VR, because that's the best way to experience them. It has potential, but it needs a lot of improvement. Another awesome thing about this game is the soundtrack - it's brilliant, way better than the other games, and it creates a ton of atmosphere. Lastly, there are plenty of community-made contracts to do once you've finished the main story, not to mention that the main story missions are very replayable anyway, so don't worry about Hitman 3 being too short for the full price (it's not). So to conclude, Hitman 3 is an amazing game. If you enjoyed the first two, then you'll absolutely love this one. The only downside is that, like the last two games, you can't complete challenges or earn XP while offline, which completely sucks, because it means you can't unlock any new weapons, gadgets or suits, and you're stuck with the default loadout for the whole game. Oh, and also you don't get many escalation missions with just the standard edition, but to be honest it's not such a big deal seeing how much else there is to do, and I think IO are planning to release more content time. But besides all that, Hitman 3 is an absolute blast. Would 100% recommend.

Overall I feel that I need to say that this is a short game with 6 missions. However, they are meant to be played over and over in different styles. I loved Hitman 1 & Hitman 2 and they are included (Deluxe Edition) when you buy the 3rd installment. The story gets a few twists so that you stay intrigued, but the thing I really want to tell you about is the way story missions are made in this game... especially the one in Dartmoor. The detective side mission is absolutely phenomenal. If I have to score the game it gets an overall of around 80% due to a. Lot of bugs still in the game which make it hard to full complete... FYI (in case you hunt for Platinum on PSN; in the last mission you need to complete Silent Assassin, Suit Only for the Mastery Trophy). Overall because of the games you get with it, great value for a great game. I do recommend!