HITMAN World of Assassination
Action
Adventure
Single-player
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Tracked Controller Support
VR Supported
Custom Volume Controls
Playable without Timed Input
Stereo Sound
Subtitle Options
Surround Sound
Steam Cloud
Family Sharing

Enter the world of the ultimate assassin. HITMAN World of Assassination delivers the definitive stealth action experience, putting you in the shoes of Agent 47, a master assassin. Explore immersive locations, uncover hidden secrets, and eliminate targets with complete freedom of approach.

Developers: IO Interactive A/S
Publishers: IO Interactive A/S
Release Date: Jan 20, 2022
Price (USD): $2.99
Current Players: 4.1k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(87%)
high replayability
creative freedom
beautiful design
immersive experience
excellent graphics
Freelancer mode
campaign storyline
difficulty
always-online
confusing store page
performance issues
expensive DLCs
Overall, the reviews for Hitman: World of Assassination convey a highly positive appreciation for its replayability, creative freedom, and beautifully crafted environments. However, there is considerable frustration with the purchasing process and the always-online requirement which detracts from the experience. Many players also express disappointment over the Freelancer mode's difficulty and the expense of DLCs. The general sentiment is that while the core gameplay is outstanding, there are significant issues with how the game is marketed and sold.

Positive Points

  • The game features high replayability with a vast amount of content and the ability to complete missions in numerous creative ways.
  • Beautifully designed maps with detailed environments and complex layouts enhance the immersive experience.
  • Players appreciate the freedom and creativity allowed in approaching missions, making the game feel like a strategic puzzle.
  • The inclusion of modes like Freelancer adds to the replay value and offers a new twist to gameplay.
  • Graphics and sound design are generally praised as excellent, contributing to the overall high production value of the game.
  • Negative Points

  • The game's always-online requirement in single-player mode is a significant frustration for many players.
  • There is criticism regarding the confusing and misleading store page and purchasing options, which lead customers to unknowingly buy incomplete versions or duplicate DLCs.
  • Some players report that the game has performance issues, including frequent crashes on certain platforms and VR difficulties.
  • The DLCs are considered expensive and fragmented, with essential content often locked behind multiple paywalls.
  • Mixed Points

  • While the Freelancer mode adds replayability, it is also seen as being unnecessarily difficult and punishing.
  • The campaign's storyline gets mixed reviews; some appreciate its depth, while others feel it does not live up to previous entries in the series.
  • Common Themes

  • Players frequently mention the game's high replayability and creative freedom as standout features.
  • The purchasing structure of the game, including confusion around editions and DLCs, is a consistent complaint among reviewers.
  • Both new and long-time fans of the series often note the game’s strategic nature, appreciating the challenge and creativity it offers.
  • There is a strong sense of community among players, with many spending hundreds of hours exploring the different ways to complete missions.
  • Updated 12/2/2025, 12:01:42 AM UTC