GAMEPLAY: Hitman: Absolution is a stealth video game in which the player assumes the role of a hitman named Agent 47.
A sequel, Hitman, was released episodically in 2016. As of March 2013, the game has sold over 3.6 million copies. However, many critics disliked the game for its linear structure as opposed to the open ended nature of previous installments. Most positive comments were concerning the game's graphics, environments and locations, and the varied game-play options. Hitman: Absolution was met with a polarized reception. On Hitman: Absolution - Elite Edition was released for OS X by Feral Interactive it contained all previously released downloadable content, including Hitman: Sniper Challenge, a 'making of' documentary, and a 72-page art-book. The game was released on 20 November 2012 (which is in the 47th week of the year in reference to the protagonist, Agent 47) for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360. Before release, the developers stated that Absolution would be easier to play and more accessible, while still retaining hardcore aspects of the franchise. It is the fifth installment in the Hitman series, and runs on IO Interactive's proprietary Glacier 2 game engine. Hitman: Absolution is a stealth video game developed by IO Interactive and published by Square Enix.
