More Hitman fans will have the chance to revisit Hitman: Absolution, with the game coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 22, 2026. Among Hitman fans, Absolution became the black sheep of the franchise, but this upcoming edition promises both veteran and newcomer players an enhanced gameplay experience.
Hitman: Absolution was initially launched in 2012 for PC, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360 as a sequel to Hitman: Blood Money. Unlike its predecessor and other great Hitman games, Absolution disappointed many players for not following the saga's formula of encouraging player freedom and stealth strategy. Instead, the game offers a more action-first and linear approach. Although it is quite a divisive title within the Hitman community, Absolution has since been ported to more platforms such as PS4, Xbox One, and, in 2025, Nintendo Switch. Now, the game is landing on yet another console with several visual improvements.
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As confirmed by publisher Feral Interactive, Hitman: Absolution will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on October 22. This version offers Joy-Con 2 mouse support and improved output...
