Hitman 3

About Hitman 3

Hitman 3 is a single player tactical shooter game with a thriller theme. It was developed by IO Interactive and was released on January 20, 2021. It received positive reviews from both critics and players.

Death Awaits. Agent 47 returns in HITMAN 3, the dramatic conclusion to the World of Assassination trilogy.

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85%Audience ScoreBased on 196 reviews

story10 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

Incredible level design with smart twists on the formula, providing fresh and engaging gameplay.
Stunning visuals and immersive environments that enhance the overall experience.
High replayability with a variety of creative assassination methods and mission challenges.

Loss of some multiplayer content from previous games makes the overall package feel smaller.
The overarching story can be elusive and not particularly gripping.
Some missions feel overly linear and lack the depth expected from the series.

story
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32% positive mentions, 58% neutral mentions, 10% negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising the engaging mission design and smart twists, such as a murder mystery that enhances player agency and replayability. However, others found the overarching narrative to be thin and elusive, with some missions feeling linear and lacking in depth. Overall, while the level design and creative assassinations are highlighted as strengths, the story itself does not consistently captivate players.
- “This is a fittingly slick and satisfying send-off for Agent 47, a succession of expertly crafted and endlessly replayable missions that sees our favorite assassin wind up his story in triumphantly fine form.”
- “Stunningly beautiful locations, more freedom than ever before, Dartmoor's murder mystery might be the series' best level, endlessly replayable, improved storytelling.”
- “Io Interactive has honed its gameplay formula to perfection, designing missions like Dartmoor where you can lose yourself for hours solving a murder mystery that’s largely separate from the events of the core game.”
- “The story itself is a bit thin, inconsistent enemies in a few areas.”
- “The overarching story can still be elusive.”
- “Lack of mission story opportunities make the coolest kills difficult to execute.”
gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48% positive mentions, 38% neutral mentions, 14% negative mentions
The gameplay in Hitman 3 is a polished iteration of the series' established mechanics, featuring intricate level design, engaging stealth gameplay, and a strong replayability factor with numerous ways to approach missions. While some players note a lack of significant new mechanics and a somewhat elusive overarching story, the game successfully concludes Agent 47's journey with a satisfying blend of challenge and creativity. Overall, it maintains the franchise's hallmark of thoughtful design and immersive environments, making it a standout in the sandbox genre.
- “A near masterclass in thoughtful and well-intertwined level design, pure fantastic stealth gameplay that has reached full iteration, zany, thrilling and fun kill opportunities, smart AI, interesting tidbits, and gorgeous environments. One of the best sandbox games of recent memory.”
- “While not fundamentally different from its predecessors, Hitman 3 has been polished to a high sheen, offering up fantastic frictionless stealth gameplay and an eye-catching array of unique, exciting stages.”
- “Io Interactive has honed its gameplay formula to perfection, and it’s on top form here, designing missions like Dartmoor where you can lose yourself for hours solving a murder mystery that’s largely separate from the events of the core game.”
- “Doesn’t add many meaningful new mechanics to the trilogy; not all twists to the formula are as open as a Hitman game should be.”
- “The freelancer mode is by no means bad, but it definitely has issues executing its concept due to its flawed RNG and mechanics.”
- “Hitman 3's worst and only true offense is that it offers up gameplay that is mostly more of the same.”
replayability
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
72% positive mentions, 11% neutral mentions, 17% negative mentions
Overall, the replayability of the game is highly praised, with many reviewers highlighting its beautifully designed levels, diverse mission objectives, and the ability to experiment with various strategies and tools. The inclusion of previous games in the trilogy under one launcher further enhances the experience, offering players a cohesive and rich sandbox to explore. While some note a slight disappointment in the campaign's length, the vast opportunities for creative gameplay ensure that replay value remains exceptionally high.
- “A beautiful, deep, and endlessly replayable murder sandbox, featuring some of the best levels in the series.”
- “Rich, rewarding, and highly replayable, Hitman 3 is one of the barcoded butcher's best appearances.”
- “Incredible mission design, unbelievable replayability, ability to import Hitman 1 & 2 levels, PSVR incorporation.”
- “Replayability is a must, but not just because of the brevity of the campaign, but because there is so much to do in each one.”
- “It gives Hitman a new dimension; the risk vs reward makes every decision more meaningful, with another level of replayability.”
- “Some will celebrate the lengthier, curated stories, but those who love Hitman for its replay value will be slightly dismayed at Hitman 3.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56% positive mentions, 22% neutral mentions, 22% negative mentions
The graphics in the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning detail, vibrant colors, and impressive visual enhancements, including ray tracing. Players appreciate the unique and sprawling environments that contribute to a highly immersive experience, although some minor graphical glitches and inconsistencies in cutscenes have been noted. Overall, the visuals are described as beautiful and polished, enhancing the game's replayability and enjoyment.
- “Incredible graphics.”
- “Graphics are beautiful and incredibly detailed.”
- “Gorgeous in-game next-gen graphics.”
- “Minor graphical blips in places.”
- “Like its predecessors, there are audio issues and occasional glitches; cutscenes look worse than in-game visuals.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is marred by persistent minor glitches and bugs that can disrupt gameplay, particularly in hardcore mode where issues can lead to unfair starting conditions. Players have also reported audio problems and a lack of polish in cutscenes compared to in-game visuals, alongside the disappointment of encountering duplicate rewards.
- “There are still some minor glitches and bugs that could hamper an entirely planned moment; some of the rewards are duplicates of previous gear.”
- “Hardcore mode is more broken than an actual challenge, with a lot of issues and glitches. Sometimes the game can force players to start in a losing situation.”
- “Like its predecessors, there are audio issues and occasional glitches. The removal of multiplayer is unfortunate, and cutscenes look worse than in-game visuals.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 67% negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while it boasts impressive visuals and well-designed levels, players report issues such as reliance on a stable internet connection, occasional long loading times, and inconsistent controls with joy-con. Despite these drawbacks, many appreciate the creative gameplay elements and the overall polished feel.
- “Looks better than ever and feels well optimized, with creative scenarios and elaborate methods to dole out death, fantastic level designs, and fun unlockable weapons, locations, and disguises.”
- “Performance relies on a solid internet connection, headshots can be finicky when playing with Joy-Con, some long loading times here and there, and it can take a few tries to get connected at launch.”
- “Performance anxiety on cloud 9.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, -100% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its relaxing and enjoyable soundtrack that complements the beautiful landscapes. However, some users have reported glitches where the music may cut out after eliminating a target, which can detract from the overall experience.
- “The game features a relaxing and enjoyable soundtrack that enhances the beautiful landscapes.”
- “The variety of ways to kill is complemented by the immersive music that sets the tone for each mission.”
- “The music creates an engaging atmosphere that keeps players immersed in the gameplay.”
- “The music might glitch out after eliminating a target.”
- “Distractions don't always work, and the music can be quite distracting in itself.”
- “The NPC can 'trap' you in narrow spaces, making it hard to enjoy the music.”