What changed in HITMAN™ in 2016

Fixed an issue that could cause noticeable drops in framerate on GTX 770.

Fixed an inconsistency with the names of targets in the Caden Composition Escalation Contract.

Fixed an issue that could cause an infinite loading state when using DX 12.

Increased the quality of Supersampling filtering to prevent image blurriness.

Ensured the game correctly recognizes the new PS4 Pro Controller on PC.

Fixed an issue that could cause an infinite loading state when using DX 12.

Unlocked by completing all of the 'Secret Santa' challenges.

A holiday-appropriate way to exit the 'Holiday Hoarders' mission.

Fixed an inconsistency with the names of targets in the Caden Composition Escalation Contract.

Game now correctly recognizes the new PS4 Pro Controller when connected to PC.

A free mission set in a festive Paris with Christmas decorations and presents.

Fixed an issue that could cause noticeable drops in framerate on GTX 770.

Increased the quality of Supersampling filtering to prevent blurriness.

Fixed an issue that could cause Dalia's routine to suspend if Viktor has been killed and the fireworks have been triggered.

Unlocked by completing all of the 'Secret Santa' challenges.

Fixed an issue that could cause Dalia's routine to suspend if Viktor has been killed and the fireworks have been triggered.

The ability for 47 to pull people over balconies or out of windows has been removed.

A holiday-appropriate way to exit the 'Holiday Hoarders' mission.

Items can be obtained and used in the 'Holiday Hoarders' mission.

Items can be obtained and used in the 'Holiday Hoarders' mission.

A free mission set in a festive Paris, featuring new holiday-specific challenges.

Fixed an issue with the 'push' animation on specific NPCs in 'The Icon'.

A festive mission set in Paris with Christmas decorations and presents.

Fixed an issue with the 'push' animation on specific NPCs in 'The Icon'.

The ability for 47 to pull people over balconies or out of windows has been removed.

Five new Sniping-related challenges for Sapienza, unlocking the Jaeger 7 Covert Sniper Rifle.

Five new Sniping-related challenges for Sapienza, unlocking the 'Jaeger 7 Covert' Sniper Rifle upon completion.

A free mission set in a festive Paris with Christmas decorations and presents, releasing on December 13th.

Elusive Target 15 arrives in Marrakesh with the objective to eliminate Etta Davis.

Elusive Target 15 arrives in Marrakesh with the objective to eliminate Etta Davis.

Fixed inconsistent trespassing boundaries.

Fixed various issues causing crashes and instability across all locations.

Fixed issues causing multiple opportunities in Paris to fail.

The 'Statistics' page has been redesigned to better display challenge and location completion.

Fixed an issue with the physics of a guitar stand.

Addressed issues with opportunities, trespassing, and sound inconsistencies.

Fixed an issue where guards would attempt to arrest 47 in a non-trespassing area.

Resolved issues affecting performance and functionality on PC, including frame rate drops.

Fixed an issue causing the 'Open Sesame' opportunity to fail.

The 'Statistics' page has been redesigned to show challenge and mastery completion.

Pause menu background now reflects the current in-game moment instead of the world map.

Elusive Targets Challenges now have a more consistent style.

Fixed an issue where the weapon HUD would display incorrectly with 'minimal' settings.

Pause menu background now shows the current in-game moment instead of the world map.

Scoring screen now displays 'Silent Assassin' when a mission is completed with that rating.

Fixed an issue where water splashes could be heard in certain areas of the attic.

Fixed an issue where the hay bale would not drop when shot.

Fixed various general issues including sound, HUD, subtitles, and character rendering.

Mission accomplished screen now shows the last frame of the exit sequence.

Fixed an issue where a gun rattling sound could be heard when crouching after dropping a weapon.

Fixed various issues across all locations that caused crashes or instability.

New studio logo added to the game.

Subtle sound effect plays when unlocking a challenge.

Removed vault prompt that allowed access to an inaccessible location.

Elusive Targets Challenges now have a more consistent visual style.

Unlockable items earned online are now saved to an offline profile for use in Offline Mode.

Resolved issues with trespassing boundaries and mission music playback.

Multiple issues fixed including trespassing, opportunity failures, and sound issues.

All unlockable items earned while connected to the game's servers are now saved to an 'offline profile'.

Fixed an issue where Agent 47 could blend-in without the correct disguise.

Added functionality to mark completed opportunities with a checkmark.

Fixed inconsistent trespassing boundaries.

Fixed an issue with heavy flickering in areas with artificial lighting on specific setups.

Corrected issues with disguises, physics, clipping, and NPC behavior.

Fixed an issue with an invisible wall in the atrium.

Fixed an issue where starting combat alerted all guards on the map.

Fixed an issue that could make it impossible to complete the mission.

Fixed an issue where Jackie Carrington's routine could get stuck.

Fixed an issue where framerate could stutter during combat on DX12 setups.

Fixed an issue where subtitles could still be seen in the Pause Menu.

Fixed an issue that could trigger the Target Lockdown alert without player action.

Added ability for 47 to pull people over balconies or out of windows while hanging.

Adjusted classification of a kill involving hot springs from 'Accident Fall' to drowning.

Scoring screen now displays 'Silent Assassin' when a mission is completed with that rating.

Fixed an issue with clipping when wearing the Exterminator disguise.

Fixed an issue where documents could be lost when using the 'push' prompt.

Menu now shows a checkmark or cross to indicate contract completion status.

Fixed an issue where 'Mission Accomplished' music played during the cinematic.

Fixed an issue with trespassing while dressed as a Chef in Paris.

Fixed an issue where a kill involving the hot springs was incorrectly classified.

Fixed an issue with unequipping an item during the 'Planning' phase.

Fixed an issue where the light rig could cause damage in the basement.

Fixed an issue where a door could not be opened by Rose's Room Key.

Fixed issues with hay bales, door access, and mission alerts.

Added the ability for 47 to pull people over balconies or out of windows while hanging.

Added a sound effect that plays when unlocking a challenge.

Fixed an issue with Cyrillic characters not rendering properly on the Contracts Briefing tile.

Fixed an issue where crowd and helicopter sounds could be heard in the tunnel.

Fixed an issue where a challenge notification would display after the first kill.

Fixed an issue where some tabs in the 'Replanning' screen could not be selected with a mouse.

Fixed an issue where cinematics could drop to as low as 19 fps.

Fixed an issue where the selected GPU in the Game Launcher was not used by the game.

Menu now shows a checkmark or cross to indicate success or failure of Contracts.

Functionality to mark completed opportunities with a checkmark for easier tracking.

Mission accomplished screen now shows the last frame of the exit sequence instead of fading to black.

Changes made to how players unlock future Elusive Target suit rewards to allow for faster unlocking.

Changes made to how players unlock future Elusive Target suit rewards to allow for faster unlocking.

Notifications for Elusive Targets will be sent through the HITMAN Companion app, including countdown and briefing video.

Elusive Target #14 will be available in Paris for 7 days with the objective to eliminate Gabriel Santos.

Notifications for Elusive Targets will be sent through the HITMAN Companion app, including countdown and briefing video.

Adjustments made to how players unlock future Elusive Target suit rewards, starting with ET 14.

Adjustments made to how players unlock future Elusive Target suit rewards starting with ET 14.

Elusive Target #14 will be available in Paris for 7 days, with the objective to eliminate Gabriel Santos.

A new Elusive Target will be available starting November 1st.

A new Elusive Target will be available starting November 1st.

The mission in Episode 6 is called 'Situs Inversus', culminating gameplay and story elements.

The HITMAN Season Finale has arrived with a new destination, Hokkaido, where Agent 47 must eliminate two targets.

The first Elusive Target Contract in Bangkok features two targets: Richard Ekwensi and Inez Ekwensi.

Hokkaido will include Escalation Contracts, Elusive Targets, and community-created Featured Contracts.

Episode 6: Hokkaido arrives on October 31st.

Agent 47 travels to Japan to locate two targets in the Season Finale set in a private hospital and resort.

New weapons and gear unlocks will be available for use across all previous locations.

The final new destination for Season One where Agent 47 must eliminate two targets.

New weapons and gear unlocks will be available for use across all previous locations.

Hokkaido features Zen gardens, an organic sushi restaurant, and a traditional Japanese hot spring.

The mission in Episode 6 is called 'Situs Inversus', culminating the gameplay and story.

Announcement of new content arriving each week in November.

New content will be released each week in November, continuing the trend since the game's launch.

Multi GPU can be enabled in the Hitman Launcher (disabled by default).

The Hokkaido location will support Escalation Contracts, Elusive Targets, and community-created Featured Contracts.

Multi GPU can be enabled in the Hitman Launcher (disabled by default).

Introduction of the first Elusive Target Contract with 2 targets: Richard Ekwensi and Inez Ekwensi.

Agent 47 travels to Japan to locate two targets in the Season Finale set in a private hospital and resort.

Episode 6: Hokkaido arrives on October 31st.

Fixed an issue that could cause ‘aim assist’ to be inconsistent on certain characters.

An issue that was causing weapons to be lost when swapped, no longer occurs.

Inconsistent objectives for 'The Audition' opportunity are no longer an issue.

Multiple issues relating to various game crashes have been fixed.

Opportunities that have been missed or failed are now greyed out in the menu.

An issue that was causing weapons to be lost when swapped, no longer occurs.

Fixed an issue that was causing the game to crash when loading specific save games.

Inconsistent objectives for 'The Audition' opportunity are no longer an issue.

The Biolab Keycard and Mansion Keycard are no longer missing the relevant item icons.

Playing the 'Man Machine' opportunity could turn Agent 47 invisible if the drums are approached from a specific angle.

Fixed an issue where performing specific actions could lead to an extended loading state.

Fixed an issue that could cause the game to crash after an extended combat state.

Playing the 'Man Machine' opportunity could turn Agent 47 invisible if the drums are approached from a specific angle.

Agent 47 is no longer ‘enforced’ by Francesca De Santis whilst wearing the golf coach outfit.

Agent 47 no longer gets stuck in small bushes on the 'Freedom Fighters' mission in Colorado.

Issues with the ‘Let the Game Begin’ challenge unlocking have now been fixed.

Minor issues relating to kill conditions in Contracts Mode have been fixed.

Fixed an issue where performing specific actions could lead to an extended loading state.

Agent 47 is no longer ‘enforced’ by Francesca De Santis whilst wearing the golf coach outfit and blending in during the By Candlelight opportunity.

Minor issues relating to kill conditions in Contracts Mode have been fixed.

Agent 47 no longer gets stuck in small bushes on the 'Freedom Fighters' mission in Colorado.

Fixed an issue that could cause ‘aim assist’ to be inconsistent on certain characters.

Multiple issues relating to various game crashes have been fixed.

Issues with the ‘Let the Game Begin’ challenge unlocking have now been fixed.

Opportunities that have been missed or failed are now greyed out in the menu.

Fixed an issue that could cause the game to crash after an extended combat state.

Fixed an issue that was causing the game to crash when loading specific save games.

The Biolab Keycard and Mansion Keycard are no longer missing the relevant item icons.

Agent 47 must infiltrate a private militia training camp and eliminate 4 targets.

Episode 5 includes all-new opportunities and disguises for Agent 47.

Episode 5 includes all-new opportunities and disguises for Agent 47.

Episode 5 set in Colorado, featuring the story mission 'Freedom Fighters' with four targets.

Players can complete 70 challenges to unlock new gear, weapons, and items for Agent 47.

Episode 5 packs in new opportunities, weapons, gear, disguises, challenges, trophies/achievements.

Episode 5 rewards players with significant story revelations as the season progresses.

HITMAN: Episode 5 will be set in Colorado, USA and arrives on September 27th 2016. Agent 47 must infiltrate a private militia training camp and take out 4 targets.

Episode 5 set in Colorado, USA, featuring the story mission 'Freedom Fighters' with four targets.

Agent 47 must infiltrate a private militia training camp and eliminate 4 targets.

Episode 5 rewards players with significant story revelations as the season builds towards a climax.

Episode 5 features 70 challenges that unlock new gear, weapons, and items for Agent 47.

Episode 5 includes new opportunities, weapons, gear, disguises, challenges, trophies/achievements, and a new starting suit: Tactical Gear.

Four new targets: Sean Rose, Maya Parvati, Ezra Berg, and Penelope Graves, each with unique skills.

Fixed bullet pass-through issue with the sniper rifle.

Agent 47 must eliminate four targets in this mission.

Clock now references server time to avoid conflicts.

6 new weapon/gear unlocks available.

Mastery level requirements displayed on relevant tiles.

Free-text entry search for Contracts added.

Fixed issue where NPCs reacted to running footsteps while trespassing.

16 different kill types and 7 accident kill types added for more specific Contracts.

Challenge Packs now shown under relevant destination.

6 new Opportunities for the mission 'Freedom Fighters'.

Tags added to filter Contracts based on specific requirements.

9 new agency pickup locations added.

Graphics settings now determined by monitor resolution and hardware.

Game Status Indicator design and placement unified.

Leaderboards for all missions reset due to adjustments.

Fixed issue locking game's refresh rate.

Elusive Target clock now references game's server time.

Weapon Perks icons displayed when browsing unlocks.

Default graphics settings now determined by monitor resolution and hardware properties.

Fixed issue with missing runtime DLLs.

Text for downloading new content simplified.

Fixed issue where disconnecting headphones during a cutscene could pause the game.

Filter contracts to show only those created by friends.

Various improvements to in-game UI performance.

Fixed issue where doors could not be reopened.

Fixed issue preventing score calculation from being shown at mission end.

Magazine capacity increased from 5 to 10 rounds.

Challenge Packs shown under relevant destinations.

Rewrote launcher to improve compatibility and stability.

Improved error-handling for server disconnects.

7 new trophies/achievements added.

Countdown for next Elusive Target added to the hub.

20 levels of mastery with various unlocks.

Updated menu UI for consistent color scheme.

Filter Contracts to show only those created by friends.

Magazine capacity increased from 5 to 10 rounds.

Fixed issue where a mission would sometimes not load after restarting.

Free-text entry for searching contracts added.

A new suit specifically for Colorado.

Fixed issue where missions sometimes would not load.

Fixed issue locking game's refresh rate.

Various improvements to in-game UI for better performance.

Fixed issue with missing runtime DLLs from Visual Studio 2015 redistributable.

6 new opportunities added for the mission.

Game Launcher rewritten into native code for improved compatibility and stability.

Leaderboards reset due to adjustments in scoring.

New suit available for Colorado.

Simplified text for downloading new content.

7 new trophies/achievements added.

Tags added for easier contract searching.

Challenges requiring other challenges to be complete will now be awarded during gameplay.

Challenges awarded during gameplay for multi-challenges.

Fixed issue with NPCs reacting to running footsteps.

New destination and story mission added.

Selected menu items now pulse for visibility.

Fixed issue requiring restart to recognize new content.

Compare contract scores with friends.

Unified design for loading/saving indicators.

Improved error-handling for server disconnects.

20 levels of Colorado Mastery with various unlocks including starting locations and gear.

Fixed issue preventing score calculation display.

70+ new challenges specific to Colorado.

New destination and story mission 'Freedom Fighters' with four targets.

Countdown for next Elusive Target added to the Featured Hub.

Fixed a bug allowing bullets to pass through level geometry.

8 new starting locations added.

New kill conditions added for contract creators.

Fixed issue with disconnecting headphones during cutscenes.

Updated description for the Replan Mission option.

Players have 24 hours to eliminate Elusive Target #10.

Complete 5 Elusive Target Contracts to unlock the Hitman Absolution Signature Suit; complete 10 to unlock the Blood Money Signature Suit.

HITMAN: Episode 5 will be set in Colorado, USA and arrives on September 27th 2016.

Watch the Episode 5 Teaser Trailer releasing on September 27th.

24 hours left to eliminate Elusive Target #10.

Complete 5 Elusive Target Contracts to unlock the Hitman Absolution Signature Suit; complete 10 to unlock the Blood Money Signature Suit.

Unlock the Hitman Absolution Signature Suit with black leather gloves after completing 5 Elusive Target Contracts.

Unlock the Hitman Absolution Signature Suit after completing 5 Elusive Target Contracts.

A new Elusive Target will arrive in Paris, available for 7 days.

A new Elusive Target will arrive in Paris, available for 7 days.

Unlock the Blood Money Signature Suit with gloves after completing 10 Elusive Target Contracts.

Unlock the Blood Money Signature Suit after completing 10 Elusive Target Contracts.

Elusive Target #9 will be available for players to eliminate starting August 26, 2016.

Players have 72 hours and only one chance to eliminate The Black Hat. Identification requires careful observation.

Players have 72 hours and only one chance to eliminate The Black Hat. Identification requires careful observation.

Elusive Target #9 will be available for players to eliminate starting August 26, 2016.

HITMAN: Episode 4 Bangkok will be available on August 16th for PS4, Xbox One and PC.

The 'Club 27' mission takes players to the Himmapan luxury hotel to target Jordan Cross and Ken Morgan.

The 'Club 27' mission takes players to the Himmapan luxury hotel, featuring targets Jordan Cross and Ken Morgan.

Over 65 new challenges, along with new gear, items, and weapons to unlock.

Over 65 new challenges, along with new gear, items, and weapons will be available in the Bangkok episode.

HITMAN: Episode 4 Bangkok will be available on August 16th for PS4, Xbox One and PC.

The 8th Elusive Target, The Broker, is now live for 72 hours. Players must eliminate him and retrieve the Ivory White.

The 8th Elusive Target, The Broker, is now live for 72 hours in Paris. Players must eliminate him and retrieve the Ivory White.

Fixed an issue in 'The Icon' mission that could cause the target to stop moving after loading a save.

Improvements to the 'Golden Touch' opportunity when saving/loading.

Fixed an issue that could cause 47 to fall 'out of world'.

Fixed a rare issue causing a crash when taking a bodyguard disguise.

Fixed an issue in Marrakesh that could cause 47 to fall 'out of world'.

Fixed a rare issue causing a crash in Sapienza when taking a bodyguard disguise.

Focuses on enhancing overall game stability.

Fixed a rare issue that could cause the game to crash when switching between saves.

Improvements to the 'Golden Touch' opportunity in Marrakesh when saving/loading.

Fixed an issue that could cause the target to stop moving after loading a save.

Fixed a rare issue that could cause the game to crash when switching between saves in Paris.

Gary Busey will be available as an Elusive Target for 7 days starting July 21st.

Gary Busey will be available as an Elusive Target from July 21st for 7 days.

Gary Busey appears as an Elusive Target in Sapienza for 168 hours with no second chances.

Gary Busey is now available as an Elusive Target in Sapienza for 168 hours.

The Summer Bonus Episode includes two new ICA missions: 'The Icon' and 'A House Built on Sand'.

Elusive Target status shown only for the duration of the contract.

Added a filter on the Challenges menu to toggle displayed challenges.

The HITMAN Summer Bonus Episode consists of two separate ICA missions: 'The Icon' and 'A House Built on Sand'.

Newest Contracts are now shown first in the list.

Unconscious targets can now be dumped into body containers that allow killing.

Fixed an issue where the complication timer could skip seconds.

The Summer Bonus Episode will introduce a range of new challenges and opportunities for players.

Unconscious targets can now be dumped into body containers that allow for their killing.

General stability improvements across all platforms.

Added a filter on the Challenges menu to toggle displayed challenges.

The mission in Sapienza features a giant killer robot, showcasing the game's live elements.

The Summer Bonus Episode consists of two separate ICA missions set in Sapienza and Marrakesh, releasing on July 19th.

Includes new Escalation Contracts, Elusive Targets, and New Featured Contracts.

Fixed an issue where guards would know exactly where 47 was located after a crime was reported.

Added option to toggle ‘Target Indicators’ on the Mini Map.

Status now only shown on the Featured Hub for the duration of the contract.

Briefing videos for the first three Sarajevo Six missions added to the briefing page (PS4 only).

Leaderboards now display the Contract completion time of all players.

8 new Opportunities, 4 for each new mission.

Location and mission name shown when selecting a contract in the Contracts menu.

Fixed issues that could lead to dips in performance in Marrakesh.

Release of the Summer Bonus Episode for HITMAN on July 19th, featuring two ICA missions in Sapienza and Marrakesh.

Fixed an issue where using a syringe with the ‘Silent Attack’ prompt would result in reactions from other characters.

Now attracts attention only if remotely activated, as intended.

Now has a small, lethal explosive radius.

2 new weapon/gear unlocks: The Iconator and Janbiya.

Updated to show the newest objective/complication first.

Fixed rare issues that could cause opportunities in Paris to not update.

Added detailed pop-up of required Target Kill/Objective conditions on the Briefing Page and Notebook.

7 new trophies/achievements added.

Challenges for Elusive Targets moved to their own category for better overview.

Added option to toggle Challenge Completion pop-up notifications.

Added a ‘Reconnect’ option for server disconnections while browsing the game menu.

General stability improvements across all platforms.

60 new challenges added across both new missions.

The Summer Bonus Episode will provide an entirely new setting for Escalation Contracts and Elusive Targets.

Added Tips and Hints to the Loading Screen.

All cameras are now linked on a global system within the mission.

Fixed rare issues that could cause opportunities in Paris to not update.

Two separate ICA missions where Agent 47 must complete tasks in Sapienza and Marrakesh.

Fixed issues that could lead to dips in performance in Marrakesh.

Now has a small, lethal explosive radius.

Now attracts attention only if remotely activated, as intended.

The Summer Bonus Episode will introduce a range of new in-game challenges and opportunities.

Featured Hub now displays the newest episodic content.

Fixed an issue that could cause some decals to not appear in the Final Test mission.

The mission 'The Icon' in Sapienza will feature a crazy giant killer robot.

Two new ICA missions added: 'The Icon' and 'A House Built on Sand'.

Fixed an issue where dragging bodies could cause unnatural shaking.

Added option to toggle ‘Target Indicators’ on the Mini Map.

All cameras are now linked on a global system within the mission.

Fixed an issue where 47 could be spotted through walls in a closed room.

Fixed an issue where the complication timer could skip a second.

Added a tile to the ‘Destination’ page that shows the next upcoming destination.

Updated some Challenge descriptions to reflect evidence erasure after being recorded.

Added a tile to the ‘Destination’ page that shows the next upcoming destination.

2 new Agency Pickup locations added, 1 for each new mission.

Added detailed pop-up of required Target Kill/Objective conditions on the Briefing Page and Notebook.

Guards now investigate the area where a crime was witnessed, not 47's current location.

60 new challenges and 7 new trophies/achievements across both new missions.

Two new missions where Agent 47 targets a film cast member in Sapienza and stops a mole in Marrakesh.

Added Tips and Hints to the Loading Screen.

Mission briefing videos for the first three Sarajevo Six missions added to the briefing page (PS4 only).

Updated some Challenge descriptions to reflect evidence erasure after being recorded.

Challenges for Elusive Targets moved to their own category.

The new locations will provide different settings for Escalation Contracts and Elusive Targets.

2 new weapon/gear unlocks: The Iconator and Janbiya.

Location and mission name shown when selecting a contract in the Contracts menu.

Fixed an issue where 47 could be spotted through walls in a closed room.

Fixed an issue where dragging bodies could result in unnatural shaking.

8 new Opportunities added, 4 for each new mission.

Updated to show the newest objective/complication first.

Leaderboards now display the Contract completion time of all players.

Newest Contracts shown first when viewing the list.

Includes new Escalation Contracts, Elusive Targets, and New Featured Contracts.

Added option to toggle Challenge Completion pop-up notifications.

Using a syringe with the ‘Silent Attack’ prompt now results in silent action as intended.

The Featured Hub now displays the newest episodic content.

2 Agency Pickup locations, 1 for each new mission.

Fixed an issue that could cause some decals to not appear.

Reconnect option added for disconnection from servers while browsing the game menu.

Dylan Narvaez, aka ‘The Twin’, is available in Sapienza for 72 hours. Players must eliminate him without harming his twin brother, Gonzales.

Dylan Narvaez, aka ‘The Twin’, is available in Sapienza for 72 hours. Players must eliminate him without harming his brother Gonzales.

The HITMAN Companion is now available as a free download for iOS and Android, providing updates on Elusive Targets and other game content.

The next Elusive Target, Dylan Narvaez, aka ‘The Twin’, will be available starting July 15th for 72 hours in Sapienza.

The HITMAN Companion is now available as a free download for iOS and Android, providing updates and information about the game.

The next Elusive Target, Dylan Narvaez aka 'The Twin', will be available starting July 15th for 72 hours in Sapienza.

The fifth HITMAN Elusive Target will be available in Marrakesh for 72 hours starting July 1st.

The fifth HITMAN Elusive Target will be available in Marrakesh for 72 hours starting July 1st.

Unlock the Hitman Absolution Signature Suit after completing 5 Elusive Target Contracts.

Unlock the Hitman Absolution Signature Suit after completing 5 Elusive Target Contracts.

Elusive Target #4 will be available in Paris for 35 hours during E3 2016.

Elusive Target #4, The Sensation, is available in Paris for a limited time during E3 2016.

Unlock the Hitman Absolution Signature Suit after completing 5 Elusive Target Contracts.

Elusive Targets are custom-created characters with unique backstories, added for a limited time with no retries.

Elusive Targets are custom-created characters with unique backstories, added for a limited time with no retries allowed.

Unlock the Hitman Absolution Signature Suit, ICA tie pin, and black leather gloves by completing 5 Elusive Target Contracts.

Elusive Target #3 arrives in Sapienza, available for 72 hours.

Fixed an issue that caused texture streaming to not function properly on DX12.

Elusive Target #3 arrives in Sapienza, available for 72 hours to eliminate.

Resolved an issue causing the game to lock at 30hz for certain monitors.

Fixed an issue that caused texture streaming to not function properly on DX12.

Resolved an issue causing the game to lock at 30hz for certain monitors.

The release time for Episode Three has been updated to 13:00 CEST from the previously communicated time of 18:00 CEST.

Marrakesh will be available to play in-game after the update.

Marrakesh, Morocco is the new location featuring two targets and a detailed environment.

Marrakesh will be available to play in-game after the update.

The release time for Episode Three: Marrakesh has been changed to 13:00 CEST from the previously communicated time of 18:00 CEST.

Marrakesh, Morocco is the new location for Agent 47's latest contract, featuring two targets.

Fixed various crash issues when loading and restarting missions.

Challenge would not unlock after completing requirements.

Challenges not completed are displayed in greyscale for clarity.

Top 100 scores are now immediately loaded in a scrollable list.

Challenge would not unlock after completing the requirements.

Includes 7 new starting locations, 8 new agency pickup locations, and 6 new weapon/gear unlocks.

Occurred when signing out during a mission and signing back in with the same account.

Removed requirement to equip the location-specific Italian Suit.

Featured Contracts tile now displays mission location and recent contracts first.

Re-balanced headshot damage for all pistols and adjustments to shotguns.

Top 100 scores are now loaded immediately and show detailed scores.

Target 3: The Extractor (PS4 Exclusive).

Challenge would not unlock if a guard finds a coin on his way to the generator.

Manual and Auto saves are now shown on a single menu screen.

Game and server version are now displayed in the 'Options' Menu.

Instinct Mode now displays the name of NPCs.

Game Launcher now displays resolutions higher than 2560x1440.

Re-balanced headshot damage for all pistols and adjustments to shotguns.

Players can now toggle NPC indicators on the Mini Map.

Fixed an issue that allowed items in Agency Pickups to be duplicated.

Information was not shown in languages other than English.

Fixed crashes when loading and restarting missions.

Game Launcher now displays resolutions higher than 2560x1440.

Challenge would not unlock despite completing requirements (PS4 only).

Game and server version are now shown in the Options Menu.

Challenge would not unlock despite completing the requirements (PS4 only).

Penalty would not be applied in some Escalation Contracts with 'No Pacifications' complication.

Target 3: The Extractor (PS4 Exclusive).

Episode Three introduces Marrakesh, Morocco as a new location.

Fixed an issue where subduing NPCs could result in a non-target kill.

Fixed an issue that caused a framerate drop in Paris when equipping a weapon inside the palace.

Perks associated with each weapon are now displayed on the inventory wheel.

Added option to turn off NPC indicators on the Mini Map.

A new story mission set in Marrakesh.

Improvements particularly for DX12.

Penalty would not be applied if the body is found at the same time as entering combat state.

Fixed an infinite loading bug when signing out during a mission.

Instinct Mode now displays the name of NPCs.

Uncompleted challenges are displayed in greyscale for clarity.

Displays the location of the mission and shows recent contracts first.

Perks associated with each weapon are now displayed on the inventory wheel.

Fixed issue where subduing NPCs could result in a non-target kill.

Fixed an issue where the FPS may lock to 60 after alt+tab.

Manual and Auto saves are now shown on a single menu screen.

Challenge would not unlock if a guard finds a coin on his way to the generator.

Episode Three introduces Marrakesh, Morocco as a new location.

Includes 7 new starting locations, 8 agency pickup locations, and 6 weapon/gear unlocks.

Penalty would not be applied in some Escalation Contracts.

Issue occurred when equipping a weapon inside the palace.

Removed the requirement to equip the location-specific Italian Suit.

Fixed an issue where savegames could result in incorrect calculation of the time bonus.

Penalty would not be applied if the body is found at the same time as entering combat state.

Information about being recorded by a security camera was not shown in languages other than English.

A small update will be released to prepare the game for Elusive Target #2.

A small update will be released to prepare the game for the arrival of Elusive Target #2.

Each Elusive Target includes a 'target' challenge for elimination and a 'Silent Assassin' challenge for stealthy completion.

Each Elusive Target includes a 'target' challenge and a 'Silent Assassin' challenge.

Elusive Target #2 will be available for 48 hours starting May 27 at 2pm CEST.

Elusive Targets are added for a limited time and will not return, requiring players to locate and identify them without in-game map assistance.

Elusive Target #2 will be available for 48 hours starting May 27 at 2pm CEST.

Players have one chance to eliminate Elusive Targets, which do not appear on the map or Instinct.

A 3.7mb update was released to fix an issue with missing audio.

The second Elusive Target for HITMAN arrives on May 27th.

Fixed an issue with missing audio.

The second Elusive Target for HITMAN arrives on May 27th.

The first HITMAN Elusive Target, Sergei Larin, aka The Forger, is available for 48 hours.

The first HITMAN Elusive Target is available for 48 hours starting from 18.00 CEST / 09:00 PDT.

The first Elusive Target for HITMAN will arrive on Friday 13 May.

The first Elusive Target for HITMAN will arrive on Friday 13 May.

Resolved an issue preventing players using DX12 from accessing the game.

Fixed an issue preventing players using DX12 from accessing the game.

HITMAN Episode Two: Sapienza will be available through Steam at 9am PST on April 26.

An update addressing issues reported after the last patch is expected to be released later this week.

A new update for the game will download the Sapienza location and all of the changes and improvements listed in the release notes.

HITMAN Episode Two: Sapienza will be available through Steam at 9am PST on April 26.

New story mission, challenges, weapons, gear, Italian suit, targets, opportunities, and disguises added.

Agent 47 travels to Sapienza, Italy with new story mission, challenges, weapons, gear, targets, opportunities, and disguises.

An update addressing issues reported after the last patch is expected to be released later this week.

A new update for the game will download the Sapienza location along with changes and improvements.

The dev team is aware of issues caused by the most recent update for PC, with some already tagged and fixed.

The dev team is aware of some issues caused by the most recent update for PC, with some already tagged and fixed, while others are being investigated.

Update prepares the game for the next location release: Sapienza on April 26.

Update prepares the game for the next location release: Sapienza on April 26.

The latest Escalation Contract features a new and explosive complication.

A new Escalation Contract featuring an explosive complication has been added to HITMAN.

The warning is now always displayed when carrying a large weapon.

Resolved a rare issue where players were asked to (re)download the Showstopper mission.

Fixed a rare issue where the game was switching between controller and keyboard controls.

Resolution cap increased for players with 3GB graphics cards.

Fixed a rare issue with switching between controller and keyboard controls.

Novikov will not talk to Dalia on the phone if she has already been eliminated.

Prompts for dumping a body now appear regardless of camera position.

DX12 shader and pipeline cache now included in all Steam builds.

These items can now be reliably dropped using explosives.

Fixed a graphical issue with transparent windows on DX12.

Briefings can now be viewed at the planning stage.

Fixed a rare issue where players were asked to (re)download the Showstopper mission.

Added an option to override default memory safeguards for resolution and graphic quality settings.

Fixed an issue where the Showstopper mission could not be completed under certain conditions.

Mouse cursor is now always visible on the 'Load Game' menu.

Implemented an image caching system for better menu responsiveness.

Fixed various crash issues occurring during gameplay and loading stages.

The achievement can now be completed.

Novikov no longer gets stuck in an infinite loop during the Rare Scoop opportunity.

Unnoticed kills or subdue no longer trigger a brief 'compromised' state.

Included in all Steam builds for improved performance.

Unnoticed kills or subdue no longer trigger a brief 'compromised' state.

Improved vertex colours on DX12.

Resolved issues causing incorrect scoring and '0 second' time bonuses.

The 'Contract Assassin' achievement can now be completed.

Continued improvements to connectivity.

Continued improvements to connectivity.

Notable improvements when loading The Showstopper mission in Paris.

10 new challenges inspired by community gameplay.

Implemented an image caching system to enhance menu responsiveness.

47 no longer drops a body immediately after starting to drag it.

Briefings can now be viewed at the planning stage.

Mouse cursor is now always visible on the 'Load Game' menu.

10 new challenges inspired by community gameplay.

Novikov no longer gets stuck in an infinite loop during the Rare Scoop opportunity.

Resolved an issue causing incorrect scoring and a '0 second' time bonus.

Novikov will no longer talk to Dalia on the phone if she has already been eliminated.

Fixed an issue where the game would get stuck at 12% loading between Prologue missions.

The 'visibly armed' warning now always shows when carrying a large weapon.

Fixed a rare issue that made the 'In Seine' challenge impossible to complete.

Resolved an issue preventing mission completion during the Fireworks show.

Fixed a rare issue that made the challenge impossible to complete.

Fixed a graphical issue with transparent windows on DX12.

Fixed various crash issues occurring during gameplay.

Fixed an issue where the first few seconds of the game appeared to run at double speed.

Fixed an issue where the game would get stuck at 12% loading.

Prompts for dumping a body now appear regardless of camera position.

Opportunities in Showstopper and Final Test made more consistent.

47 no longer drops a body immediately after starting to drag it.

Resolved an issue where the game would appear to run at double speed initially.

Added an option to override default memory safeguards for resolution settings.

Increased resolution cap for players with 3GB graphics cards from 1920x1200 to 2560x1600.

Light rig and life raft can now be reliably dropped using explosives.

Opportunities in Showstopper and Final Test made more consistent.

Notable improvements when loading The Showstopper mission in Paris.

Fixed numerous issues that were causing crashes

Continued improvements to connectivity

Improved responsiveness for in-game menus and image loading

Continued improvements to load times

Fixed issues with scoring

Continued improvements to load times

10 new challenges that were inspired by the community

10 new challenges that were inspired by the community

Improved responsiveness for in-game menus and image loading

Continued improvements to connectivity

Fixed numerous issues that were causing crashes

A new Escalation Contract set on the ICA Yacht, featuring five stages starting with the elimination of Evan Holden.

Completing all 5 stages of 10 separate Escalation Contracts will award the Master Crafted SMG, the TAC-SMG Covert.

Two new Escalation Contracts added, featuring unique challenges and targets.

A new Escalation Contract set in Paris, beginning with the elimination of Benjamin Lacasse using a kitchen knife.

Complete all 5 stages of 10 separate Escalation Contracts to unlock the TAC-SMG Covert.

Upcoming release of The Vampire Magician Challenge Pack featuring ten new challenges.

Added two new Escalation Contracts available in the Contracts menu.

Elusive Targets pushed until closer to the release of the next episode, Sapienza.

Upcoming pack featuring ten new challenges requiring the Vampire Magician disguise.

New Escalation Contracts are now available in the Contracts menu.

Tasks players with using a sabre to eliminate targets while managing security measures.

Escalation Contracts introduce new objectives, complications, and challenges to test player mastery.

Involves fan-favourite Helmut Kruger and requires knowledge of security camera locations.

Elusive Targets pushed to a later date, closer to the release of the next episode, Sapienza.

Contract on Michel Charest with challenges including hacking a laptop and dodging laser tripwires.

Challenge to eliminate Faustin D’Aoust while wearing a vampire magician disguise with added restrictions.

Contract on Michel Charest with challenges including hacking a laptop and dodging laser tripwires.

Challenge to eliminate Faustin D’Aoust with specific restrictions including a single exit point.

Ensures all users have .NET 3.5 installed and addresses .NET related issues with the Launcher.

Ensures all users will have .NET 3.5 installed to address .NET related issues with the Launcher.

The first episode of HITMAN launches on March 11, 2016, featuring new contracts and challenges.

Agent 47 is back! HITMAN is now available to download and play.

The game supports 4K resolution for an enhanced visual experience.

Play HITMAN in glorious 4K with extreme detail.

HITMAN is available to download and play, featuring the Showstopper mission.

Experience the Showstopper mission at the Sanguine Fashion Show in Paris.

Experience the Showstopper mission set at the Sanguine Fashion Show in Paris.

Paris location featured in the first episode, with Sapienza and Marrakesh in subsequent episodes.

Experience HITMAN in 4K with enhanced graphics and detail.

The HITMAN Beta is now live for everyone that has pre-ordered the game.

The HITMAN Beta is now live for everyone that has pre-ordered the game.

The Beta ends at 5pm CET on Monday 22nd February.

Players who pre-ordered HITMAN can now pre-load the HITMAN Beta.

Players who pre-ordered HITMAN can now pre-load the HITMAN Beta.

Pre-orders of the Full Experience or Intro Pack grant access to the Requiem Blood Money Pack with exclusive items.

Pack includes the iconic white suit and gloves, striped shirt and tie, a white rubber duck explosive, and the Silenced ICA-19 Chrome pistol.

The Silenced ICA-19 Chrome is a new weapon and does not replace the Silverballer, which remains available for all players.