Step into the shoes of Agent 47, a genetically engineered assassin, in this intense spy thriller. This main game offers a world of assassination where players are tasked with eliminating powerful, high-profile targets across diverse and exotic global locations. The core experience revolves around intricate sandbox levels, providing players with unparalleled freedom in how they approach each contract. From choosing when and where to strike to deciding the method of elimination, the player's agency is paramount.

Released in 2016, this title is available on PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Google Stadia, Mac, and Xbox One. It blends elements of shooter, tactical, and adventure genres, developed by IO Interactive and published by Square Enix, with contributions from Feral Interactive, Mi'pu'mi Games, Nixxes Software, and Sumo Digital.

The World of Assassination: An Evolving Experience

The game was designed as an expanding and evolving world. Its initial release featured a prologue and the Paris location, followed by episodic content that introduced new settings like Sapienza, Marrakesh, Bangkok, and Hokkaido, Japan. A Summer Bonus Episode also added further content. This structure allowed for a continuous stream of new challenges and environments for players to explore.

Live Component and Unique Challenges

Beyond the core story missions, the game features a robust live component that continuously adds fresh content and challenges. This includes:

Elusive Targets: These are custom-created characters placed in existing locations, available for a limited real-time window. Players have only one opportunity to eliminate them, with no second chances or retries. Once an Elusive Target is dealt with, they do not return.
Escalation Contracts: This mode introduces escalating challenges within specific locations, requiring players to master both the environment and gameplay mechanics. These contracts often add new elements and increase difficulty, encouraging playful experimentation with the game's systems.
Contracts Mode: A returning feature that allows players to create their own contracts by selecting targets, defining elimination methods, and competing against friends. The developers also curate the best community-created contracts for a "Featured Contracts" list, ensuring ongoing replayability.

What Makes This Game Unique?

The primary appeal lies in its emphasis on player freedom and creative problem-solving within meticulously crafted sandbox environments. Each mission presents a complex puzzle where success is achieved through observation, planning, and execution, allowing for a multitude of approaches, from stealthy infiltration to more direct, albeit riskier, methods.

Available Additional Content

The game includes one DLC, offering further opportunities to engage with the world of assassination.