Tag Archives: hitman: absolution

Sat, Dec 01, 2012 | 15:28 GMT

Hitman: Absolution patch fixes negative level-scores, configuration issues

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Hitman: Absolution has been given a patch on PC, which will auto-start once the player logs into Steam. The patch fixes issues seen on specific configurations which caused the game to not start up, and Sniper Challenge Unlocks not carrying over into the game, Once the patch is applied, the game will receive the unlocks. The patch also addresses the issue negative scoring, however, newly accomplished positive scores will be needed to erase the incorrectly remembered negatives. There’s more through the changelog over on Gamers Hell.

Thu, Nov 29, 2012 | 00:57 GMT

Hitman: Absolution offers XBL Avatar items

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If dressing up is your favourite part of Hitman: Absolution, then first, you have excellent taste, and second, you will probably want some of these new Xbox Live Avatar items.

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Mon, Nov 26, 2012 | 02:29 GMT

Hitman: Absolution – welcome to the city of sin

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Stace Harman accompanies Agent 47 on his journey of personal torment and professional betrayal to find out what new tricks the old dog has up his impeccably tailored sleeve.

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Fri, Nov 23, 2012 | 09:22 GMT

Amazon Black Friday deals include Borderlands 2, Need for Speed, Dark Souls and Hitman

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The week of great discounts continues today with Amazon’s Black Friday specials. As ever, plenty of games can be snapped up for a smidgen of the original price. Have you been tempted by a certain title but put off by the price? A deal might be waiting for you.

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Thu, Nov 22, 2012 | 16:17 GMT

Hitman: next game will take ‘fresh perspective’ on Agent 47

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Hitman: Absolution only just came out this week, but developer IO Interactive is already talking about the next game in its series, currently in development at new studio Square-Enix Montreal, leaving IO free to pursue a mysterious new project. Get the chatter below.

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Wed, Nov 21, 2012 | 11:29 GMT

Hitman: Absolution ‘Silent Assassin’ showcase – Videos

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Hitman: Absolution is out now, and VG247′s Sam Clay has been trying to nail Silent Assassin rating on each mission. He’s helpfully captured his performance in three of the game’s missions, showing you how to hit that perfect rank each time. Watch his sadistic arts in action below.

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Tue, Nov 20, 2012 | 09:15 GMT

Hitman Absolution: Deus Ex Human Revolution DLC detailed

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Hitman: Absolution is getting Deus Ex: Human Revolution DLC that mashes up a futuristic robot dystopia with a modern day dystopia. For example, have you ever wondered what Agent 47 would look like in Adam Jensen’s clothes? No?

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Mon, Nov 19, 2012 | 16:22 GMT

Hitman Absolution contracts mode gameplay: the gun shop

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Hitman Absolution’s Contract Mode gives players the chance to create their own hits for their friends and the world to compete on. VG247′s Sam Clay takes a look at a mission based in a gun shop. Video after the jump.

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Mon, Nov 19, 2012 | 10:20 GMT

Hitman Absolution: Square scraps online pass, now free to all

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Hitman: Absolution review code came bundled with an online pass code for use with the game’s new Contracts mode. If you didn’t have a code you’d have to pay to use it. But now publisher Square-Enix has scrapped the need for a pass, making it free to all. Find out why below.

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Mon, Nov 19, 2012 | 08:28 GMT

Hitman Absolution gameplay video: 47 kicks up a bar fight

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Agent 47 has his ways to get to his target most of them involving violence. You can also take the silent assassin route and sneak on by unseen. In this instance Sam Clay takes Agent 47 through a bar scene, so it would make sense for him to kick up a bar fight. Video after the break.

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Mon, Nov 19, 2012 | 08:10 GMT

Hitman Absolution reviews begin, get all the scores here

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Hitman: Absolution reviews have begun ahead of the game’s worldwide release on November 20th. Can Agent 47 still hang with the best of them? Find out below.

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Sat, Nov 17, 2012 | 14:44 GMT

Hitman: Absolution Contracts won’t require an online pass in the US

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Hitman: Absolution Contracts mode won’t require players to have an online pass for users in North America.

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Fri, Nov 16, 2012 | 13:11 GMT

Hitman: Absolution launch trailer is go, brings the style

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Hitman: Absolution has received a rather stylish launch trailer from IO Interactive and Square-Enix ahead of the game’s November 20th launch. It’s got some music that almost erupts into dub step, but doesn’t, so you’re safe. Watch it below.

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Thu, Feb 07, 2013 | 05:41 GMT

Conan O’Brien reviews Hitman: Absolution, chucks stealth out the window

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Conan O’Brien is at it again. The ‘clueless gamer’ sat down to tackle Hitman: Absolution in preparation for the title’s imminent release.

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Mon, Nov 12, 2012 | 16:16 GMT

Hitman Absolution: new trailer focuses on Agent 47′s past

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Hitman: Absolution is the latest in a long line of games featuring the bald assassin, but if you’re not up to speed on the escapades of Agent 47 you can delve into his past via this snazzy new trailer from IO Interactive. Check it out below.

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Fri, Nov 09, 2012 | 18:28 GMT

Hitman: Absolution trailer introduces you to the ultimate assassin

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Hitman: Absolution has received a new pre-launch trailer from IO Interactive that introduces you to the skill-set of the ultimate assassin Agent 47. See his instinct mode, gunplay and stealth skills in action below. The game launches on PC, PS3 and Xbox 360 from November 20th.

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Fri, Nov 02, 2012 | 13:54 GMT

Hitman: Absolution trailer shows you a living, breathing world

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There’s a new Hitman: Absolution trailer up today, with this one showcasing just what kind of world Agent 47 will be inhabiting when his latest game is released on November 20. Hint: it’s a violent one. Take a look below.

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Thu, Nov 01, 2012 | 01:55 GMT

Hitman: Absolution short shows typical gameplay pattern

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If you’ve had a go at Hitman: Absolution, you’ll recognise some familiar sequences in this Freddie Wong promo film.

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Wed, Oct 31, 2012 | 15:47 GMT

Hitman: Absolution – IO is ready to be “schooled”

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IO Interactive made Hitman: Absolution. It built a new engine for it. It knows its mechanics inside out. And, as art director Robert Marchesi tells us, it’s ready for you to show how it’s really played.

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Mon, Oct 29, 2012 | 13:19 GMT

Hitman: Absolution trailer looks at game’s dynamic audio systems

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Hitman: Absolution is out November 20th, and developer IO Interactive has released a new trailer that shows off some fresh gameplay, and sees the devs talking about how the game’s dynamic audio helps make the world more engaging. Crank up your speakers and watch it below.

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