Hitman: Absolution
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| Developer(s) | IO Interactive |
| Publisher(s) | Square Enix[1] |
| Series | Hitman |
| Engine | Glacier 2[1] |
| Platform(s) | Microsoft Windows PlayStation 3 Xbox 360 |
| Release date(s) | 2012[2] |
| Genre(s) | Stealth |
| Mode(s) | Single-player |
| Media/distribution | Optical disc, download |
Hitman: Absolution is a stealth game being developed by IO Interactive and will be published by Square Enix.[1] It is the upcoming fifth entry in the Hitman game series. The game will run on IO Interactive's proprietary Glacier 2 game engine, fusing classic Hitman game mechanics with brand new gameplay features.[3]
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Plot
Hitman: Absolution is not set in a specific Hitman timeline.[4] Confirmed plot details include series protagonist Agent 47 assassinating his former International Contract Agency handler Diana Burnwood early in the game[4] and the antagonist identified as Blake Dexter, a new character to the series. The character will be voiced by Keith Carradine.[5]
Development
Though plans to continue the Hitman franchise were first announced in 2007,[6] it was not until May 2009 that Eidos confirmed the game was in development.[7] Certain plot details for the game were rumored in 2009, stating that the game's story would lead Agent 47 to a low point from which he would have to rebuild himself.[8] On 20 April 2011, Square Enix filed the trademark for the name Hitman: Absolution in Europe, leading sites to speculate that it would be the name of the fifth Hitman game.[9] On 6 May 2011, a teaser trailer[10] was released, confirming the title: Hitman Absolution. The trailer briefly showed Agent 47 attaching a suppressor and a rattle snake coiled around his signature Silverballer pistol.[3] It has been reported the game will be "familiar and yet significantly different experience from other Hitman games."[11] On 9 October 2011, a full gameplay trailer entitled "Run for Your Life" was released.[12]
Confirmed information
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- David Bateson will not be voicing Agent 47.[13][14][15][5]
- Vivienne McKee, who has always voiced 47′s handler, Diana, has been replaced by Marsha Thomason.[16]
- At least one portion of the game will take place in Chicago, but it has not been confirmed whether the rest of the game will take place in other cities, or even other countries.[17]
- The game will be released in 2012.[18]
- The original soundtrack for the game is composed by Peter Kyed and Peter Peter, replacing the game's previous composer, Jesper Kyd. [19]
- The new title will feature an online or possibly multiplayer option unlike previous titles.[20]
References
- ^ a b c Johnny Cullen (2011-05-10). "Square Enix announces Hitman Absolution with teaser". VG247. http://www.vg247.com/2011/05/10/square-enix-teases-hitman-return-with-trailer/. Retrieved 2011-05-20.
- ^ http://www.itechwhiz.com/2012/01/5-hitman-absolution-release-date.html
- ^ a b Ishaan (2012-01-18). "Hitman: Absolution Isn’t A Reboot, But Not Part Of The Series’ Timeline Either". Siliconera. http://www.siliconera.com/2012/01/18/hitman-absolution-isnt-a-reboot-but-not-part-of-the-series-timeline-either/. Retrieved 2012-01-19.
- ^ a b "Hitman 5 Details Leaked, will be known as Hitman: Absolution [Teaser Trailer"]. Gigjets. 2011-05-13. http://gigjets.com/05/hitman-5-details-leaked-will-be-known-as-hitman-absolution-teaser-trailer/. Retrieved 2011-05-20.
- ^ "SCiAR07" (PDF). http://miranda.hemscott.com/ir/seg/pdf/AnnualReport07.pdf. Retrieved 2011-05-20.
- ^ "Hitman 5, Kane & Lynch Sequel And Movie In The Works". IncGamers. http://www.incgamers.com/News/16348/Hitman5KaneLynchSequelAndMovieInTheWorks. Retrieved 2011-05-20.
- ^ "News: Hitman 5 out 2010 - plot details". ComputerAndVideoGames.com. 2009-06-29. http://www.computerandvideogames.com/article.php?id=218427. Retrieved 2011-05-20.
- ^ Spencer (2011-04-22). "Hitman: Absolution Sounds Like The Name For "Hitman 5"". Siliconera. http://www.siliconera.com/2011/04/22/hitman-absolution-sounds-like-the-name-for-hitman-5/. Retrieved 2011-05-20.
- ^ "Hitman Absolution Teaser Video". YouTube. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7AGN5DJ7MV4. Retrieved 2011-05-20.
- ^ Arthur Gies (2011-05-10). "Hitman Absolution Announced - PlayStation 3 News at IGN". Ps3.ign.com. http://ps3.ign.com/articles/116/1167104p1.html. Retrieved 2011-05-20.
- ^ "Hitman: Absolution Gameplay Trailer". 2011-10-09. http://pc.gamespy.com/pc/hitman-5/1199397p1.html. Retrieved 2011-12-15.
- ^ "David Bateson Blanked By IO Interactive". N4G. http://n4g.com/news/784173/david-bateson-blanked-by-io-interactive. Retrieved 2011-06-13.
- ^ "IOI cuts David Bateson from Absolution « BeefJack - The Gamer's Sauce". Beefjack.com. http://beefjack.com/news/ioi-cuts-david-bateson-from-absolution/. Retrieved 2011-06-13.
- ^ "Hitman: Absolution Information Blowout". Gameranx.com. http://www.gameranx.com/updates/id/2093/article/hitman-absolution-information-blowout/. Retrieved 2011-06-13.
- ^ "Marsha Thomason to mocap in Hitman 5". BeefJack. http://beefjack.com/news/marsha-thomason-to-mocap-in-hitman-5/.
- ^ Steve Boxer (10 June 2011). "E3 2011: Hitman Absolution – preview | Technology | guardian.co.uk". London: Guardian. http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/2011/jun/10/e3-2011-hitman-absolution-preview. Retrieved 2011-06-13.
- ^ Gaudiosi, John (11 May 2011). "New 'Hitman: Absolution' Game Uses 'Avatar' Performance Capture Technology, Hollywood Talent". The Hollywood Reporter. http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/new-hitman-absolution-game-uses-187550/. Retrieved 2011-05-20.
- ^ "Hitman Absolution Original Soundtrack". Square Enix Europe. http://www.game-ost.com/albums/2396/hitman_absolution_original_soundtrack/. Retrieved 2012-02-4.
- ^ "Hitman: Absolution Returns". Eurogamer. 2011-10-06. http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-10-04-hitman-absolution-returns-interview?page=2. Retrieved 2011-10-04.
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