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Hitman 2: Silent Assassin pc Game Reviews
Hitman 2: Silent Assassin
Critic Score
Metascore: 87 Metascore out of 100
User Score  
7.4 out of 10
based on 20 reviews
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As a retired assassin, forced back into action by treason, pick up contracts in exotic locations around the globe: Sicily, St. Petersburg, Japan, Malaysia, and India. Operate in a non-linear world where the outcome of your actions and proficiency as a hitman are measured on a balance between stealth and aggression. Stalk and eliminate your targets up close and personal, in either 1st or 3rd person perspectives. Execute your assignments with a diverse arsenal of equipment, from armor-piercing sniper rifles and explosives to chloroform and poison darts. Acquire and carry weapons and tools from mission to mission through an enhanced inventory and save-game system. [Eidos Interactive]

PUBLISHER: Eidos Interactive
DEVELOPER: IO Interactive
GENRE(S): Action, Shooter
PLAYERS: 1
ESRB RATING: M (Mature)
RELEASE DATE: October 1, 2002

What The Critics Said

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95
PC Gameworld
More freedom, more options, and the same intense gameplay of the original. The sequel is much more forgiving on gamers than its predecessor, but the gameplay still remains as addicting as ever.
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93
GameZone
Every mission is a blast to play, with its incredible freedom, and the fact that no matter what you do, you’re going to have fun doing it. The game is stunningly realistic and stylish, and polished to a T.
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90
Computer Gaming World
IO Interactive has fixed almost every flaw for Hitman 2; the result is an almost perfect blend of action and stealth. [Jan 2003, p113]
90
Computer Games Magazine
Above all, IO maintains a consistent and impressive atmosphere throughout, with good-to-excellent writing, voirce acting, and sound effects. [Jan 2003, p.64]
90
GamePro
If stealthy, strategic action intrigues you, Hitman 2 is a blast.
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90
TotalGames.net
The game’s coup de grace, however, lies in the intelligence of the other characters you encounter.
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89
netjak
Speaking of seeing, there are plenty of nice visuals in Hitman 2. The intro looks very nice on my GeForce 3, the fields, the tomatoes, all the cutscenes, when they aren't completely dark, look fabulous.
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89
ActionTrip
Sure, it could've been longer, and a multiplayer option wouldn't have hurt either, but even as it is, I really couldn't find anything wrong with the game - it's fun, intense, and most of all, highly enjoyable.
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87
GameSpy
All about an engaging single-player experience, one that's far better than that of the original game. It's a game where colorful locales, tense situations, stealthy infiltrations, and bloody battles all smoothly go hand in hand.
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87
IGN
While the title has significant improvements over the earlier version, it's a phenomenal game in its own right and one that's sure to have broad appeal, particularly among those gamers who like to put a little more thought in to their carnage.
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86
GameSpot
Fixes virtually all of the problems of its predecessor and stands tall on its own merits as an outstanding action game.
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86
PC Gamer
The most impressive aspect of the game is the engine itself. [Holiday 2002, p.86]
86
Games Radar UK (Pre-2006)
Challenging, cerebral, and maddening. Hitman 2 keeps you coming back but there just aren't enough saves in the game. [PC Format]
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86
PC Format
Challenging, cerebral, and maddening.
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84
RealGamer
The overall game could be completed in a short space of time that doesn't do much for its replay value.
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84
Game Over Online
A game that can either be very good or suck abysmally, depending on how you chose to play it.
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83
FiringSquad
A worthwhile game, but its stability, length, and a number of the gameplay dynamics hold the game back.
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80
G4 TV
It's a worthy title and Hitman 2: Silent Assasin places slightly above the rest of the pack.
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80
2404.org
The major disadvantage of this game is that there is no multiplayer.
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80
Armchair Empire
So despite being an excellent sequel to a solid first installment, I believe Silent Assassin to be a better game than "Codename 47," but I think many fans will always love the first game best, as I do.
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What Our Users Said

Vote Now! The average user rating for this game is 7.4 (out of 10) based on 38 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.

Matthias S. gave it a6:
Nice Idea for a game but at the the not more than a poor storyline. More interactive gameplay would bring real fun. Graphic is very good.

Burak U. gave it a0:
How come this game got 87 in meta? Crappy engine, gameplay is a joke. When you fire your pistol, you can watch your bullet slowly flying through the target. So if the target is running, you have calculate and shoot few meters ahead, and watch them clash. Almost like you're using rocket launcher. Do Not buy !!

Ashwin P. gave it a10:
Nice game plot and as hitman travels around the world, the game becomes faster and thrill allover...good story.

Sean D. gave it a10:
Truly the game of 2002, fixes all the problems from the first game and adds to it too. So many ways to complete missions makes this a game never to be put down!

Yano Z. gave it a6:
Fast action, but horrible graphics and soundFX.

Ciobanu S, gave it a0:
Childish. Why didnt they call it The Ma...ix? You can dodge bullets and see them coming? Come on!

Your M. gave it a10:
Better than the first, the levels are amazing. It was awesome. And very fun.

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