Hitman (series)
Hitman is a stealth video game series created by Danish developer IO Interactive.
Hitman is a stealth video game series created by Danish developer IO Interactive, centered on Agent 47, a genetically engineered contract killer who carries out assassinations worldwide through disguise, planning, and infiltration.
What it is
The series began with *Hitman: Codename 47* in 2000 and has since expanded to eight mainline games. Gameplay emphasizes stealth, disguise use, and open-ended approaches to eliminating targets in varied international settings.
Key details
Agent 47 is the protagonist, a cloned assassin trained for contract killings. The modern era is defined by the *World of Assassination* trilogy: *Hitman* (2016), *Hitman 2* (2018), and *Hitman 3* (2021). The franchise also includes spin-offs, novels, and film adaptations.
Why it matters
Hitman is a long-running franchise known for its creative stealth mechanics and sandbox-style levels. It has a notable audience among Canadian players, though it is not specifically tied to Canada.
In short
- Created by Danish studio IO Interactive.
- Follows Agent 47, a cloned assassin.
- Eight mainline games, including the *World of Assassination* trilogy.
- Known for stealth, disguises, and open-ended assassination approaches.
The series is available on major Canadian game platforms and has a notable audience among Canadian stealth and action-game players, but it is not specifically tied to Canada.
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Sources
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hitman_(franchise)Supports: Created by IO Interactive; stealth franchise; Agent 47; first game in 2000; mainline and spin-off entries; film adaptations.
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hitman_3Supports: World of Assassination trilogy; Agent 47; release context for the modern trilogy; sales milestone.
- Hitman Wiki (Fandom) — https://hitman.fandom.com/wiki/Hitman_(series)Supports: Series description; Agent 47; publication history; split from Square Enix and self-publishing by IO Interactive.