Hitman: Absolution
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Hitman: Absolution - Elite Edition for Mac - The Kill Trailer
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Critic Reviews for Hitman: Absolution
It is reassuring to see a mobile game simply being a fully fledged game, and not a microtransaction-ridden free-to-play mess. Trust Feral to come up with the goods in this handheld Hitman: Absolution port because it has transitioned very well to the touch screen format. It isn’t without problems when played this way, but the range of customisation options is a welcome surprise that means most players can have a good time sneaking around and causing chaos. Try to hook up a gamepad for the best experience, but be prepared to dedicate yourself to each level, as the unfortunate save system demands it.
Playing Hitman: Absolution on Switch is a great way to replay it or give it a second chance. The gyro aiming improves the playability dramatically and may get veteran naysayers to accept the game on its own terms. It's a flawed and sometimes dumb experience with situations that make no sense, but still manages to be one of the better third-person action-adventure games, and a lot of it has to do with the gritty signature Hitman ambiance, presentation, and 47's impossibly cool dialogue and wit. He's a fun character, and getting any chance to be him is worth a few instances of sloppy design.
Without a doubt, Hitman: Absolution was, is, and will continue to be a gem of stealth games. By sacrificing some of the freedom of previous titles, the game delivers more strategic possibilities, more weapons, and more ways to achieve the objectives proposed by the story, which is cinematic and lends a touch of humanity to the legendary Agent 47. Aside from the high price and the fact that Brazilian Portuguese language support wasn’t included, there’s nothing to complain about. The graphics are beautiful, the performance is more than stable even in portable mode – and a version for Switch 2 is coming soon – and the gameplay mechanics, which provide adrenaline and fun from beginning to end, are flawless, with a high replayability factor.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Hitman: Absolution on Nintendo Switch lets us rediscover one of the most unique episodes in the saga, now adapted to a hybrid format with modern controls and features designed for portability. The story retains its intensity and humanity, while the gameplay combines strategy, stealth, and action in a balanced way, respecting the essence of the original game. New features, such as the upcoming Contracts mode and the free upgrade for Nintendo Switch 2, add significant value, and it's a shame they weren't available at launch. This version by Feral Interactive is a port that both longtime fans and new players can enjoy, with the typical technical compromises of Nintendo's hybrid console.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Hitman: Absolution is a rather weak title for a series that values creativity and freedom of expression for its players. Despite introducing good ideas, which were carried over to the World of Assassination trilogy and even ported to Blood Money – Reprisal, the experience itself leaves much to be desired for those seeking the Hitman formula.
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