Hitman 2: Silent Assassin is a stealth-based action-adventure video game developed by IO Interactive and published by Eidos Interactive. Released in 2002, it is the second installment in the Hitman series and serves as a direct sequel to Hitman: Codename 47.
In Hitman 2: Silent Assassin, players once again assume the role of the iconic assassin, Agent 47. After retiring from his life as a contract killer, Agent 47 is living a peaceful life as a gardener at a Sicilian monastery. However, when his friend and mentor, Father Vittorio, is kidnapped by the Sicilian Mafia, Agent 47 is forced to return to his life of assassination to rescue him.
Gameplay in Hitman 2: Silent Assassin focuses on stealth, infiltration, and assassination. Players must navigate through various missions and environments, utilizing disguises, weapons, and gadgets to eliminate targets and complete objectives. The game features a variety of weapons and tools, including silenced pistols, sniper rifles, chloroform, and fiber wire, allowing players to approach missions in multiple ways.
Hitman 2: Silent Assassin offers a diverse range of locations for players to explore and infiltrate, including a Sicilian villa, a Japanese hospital, a Russian military base, and a cult compound in India. Each mission presents its own set of challenges and opportunities, requiring players to adapt their strategies and tactics accordingly.
One of the key features of Hitman 2: Silent Assassin is its emphasis on player choice and freedom. Players have the option to approach missions with stealth and subtlety, avoiding detection and eliminating targets without raising alarms. Alternatively, they can opt for a more aggressive approach, engaging in direct combat and gunfights to accomplish their objectives.
With its engaging gameplay, intricate level design, and compelling storyline, Hitman 2: Silent Assassin received widespread critical acclaim upon release. It is considered one of the standout entries in the Hitman series and remains a beloved classic among fans of stealth-action games.
