Hitman 3

 PlayStation 5
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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 330 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 39 out of 330
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  1. SplitMind
    Jul 18, 2021
    6
    Given that this is the third iteration, the first on next-gen, and also the latest in a very long saga of games perhaps I am holding Hitman to higher account than usual. However, this game is great when it really gets going but is massively held back back some painful design decisions and dated gameplay.

    Firstly, you should be warned that this game can glitch out and only allow you to    Given that this is the third iteration, the first on next-gen, and also the latest in a very long saga of games perhaps I am holding Hitman to higher account than usual. However, this game is great when it really gets going but is massively held back back some painful design decisions and dated gameplay.

    Firstly, you should be warned that this game can glitch out and only allow you to play the first level, telling you the remainder need a patch to play. I spent ages troubleshooting this with uninstalling and almost gave up before it finally installed properly. I still don't quite understand this error but it's horrendous to have it still happening a long time after release.

    The graphics I have mixed feelings for. It's not really until the last couple of levels where the game starts to shine as you are in vibrant landscapes that can avail of the PS5's power. The opening level is clearly designed to wow us and it does this well. The second level has a gothic feel to it but the third level I found to have very mundane graphics as you're in dark alleys and laboratories. After this the game picks up and the environment becomes much more enjoyable to explore, but I think previous games did it better. Ultimately, most of the time I couldn't differentiate between Hitman 3 on PS5 and Hitman 2 on PS4.

    The gameplay of Hitman 3 won't require a tutorial if you've played any of the others. The formula is pretty much the same here; navigate through the level to assassinate your target, ideally unnoticed. At it's core I find this the most enjoyable aspect of the game and quite annoying as other missions get in my way, such as finding a case file or any other activity not related to setting up an assassination. I think this is partly my own impatience as there are some very creative options on offer here, such as a murder-mystery in the second level as a means of getting access to your target by helping them identify the murderer.

    As typical for Hitman games, taking your time to explore your options can be quite rewarding although I often found it frustrating as it's not always clear in a step-by-step sense when trying to make someone's death look like an accident etc. One of my biggest irks is likely my own fault; when I'm stealthily attempting a level but get caught part-way through and end up shooting my way out in blazing fashion because I don't want to restart and have to repeat my progress.

    I think my biggest gripe with this whole trilogy of Hitman games is that they have gradually stepped towards the live services model, a model almost universally hated. You can tell this because the menus are incredibly unfriendly to use and want to sell you add-ons and other rubbish. Let's not forget that the game also forces you to be always online or face FOMO by telling you all the things you'll miss such as mission ratings.

    Players may also be rather disappointed to hear there are only six missions in this game. If, like me, you want to hit your target ASAP then it'll be a very short game. Hitman has always been about the replayability of each level and given that a single level can take over an hour, this game could still take you 8+ hours, similar to the latest R&C game.

    Hitman 3 places more emphasis on the story than usual, especially as it draws to a close. I found the final level very enjoyable and seeing 47 and Diana's relationship develop and reach a sense of conclusion was one of the more satisfying aspects of the game. I'm not sure the game does a good job of explaining how each target you kill fits into the bigger picture but knowing you're taking down a shady organisation is enough for me.

    Overall, Hitman 3 closes out the trilogy in a wobbly fashion. I almost didn't even get to experience it thanks to a technical error that could have been avoided. If Hitman games are to continue I'd want to see a bit more coherence and not the live services model that mars what are otherwise very good games. Hitman 3 doesn't break any new ground in terms of gameplay, but your stealth and assassination itches will be very well scratched by the time you reach the end.    … Expand
  2. juansierra
    Jan 21, 2021
    5
    Save your money i pass the game in 4 hours the story is weak the game play is fun but the missions feels repetitive..the graphics sucks sace 60 dollars and wait when walmart put it on 39.99
  3. Davidnotavailab
    Dec 28, 2021
    6
    pis pe honest review. Joc e ok. ok ? Very linear gameplay, and pretty bland, metal gear solid is much more open
  4. ahmadhz1999
    Sep 15, 2021
    7
    The game is very enjoyable like the previous Hitman games. This time they chose some interesting locations like England, Dubai, and China, and exploring them was very fun. They didn't change the gameplay and it is very similar to the previous games. The weakest part of the game is the story. It was too predictable and rushed especially in the second half of the game. I think the story ofThe game is very enjoyable like the previous Hitman games. This time they chose some interesting locations like England, Dubai, and China, and exploring them was very fun. They didn't change the gameplay and it is very similar to the previous games. The weakest part of the game is the story. It was too predictable and rushed especially in the second half of the game. I think the story of older hitman games (like blood money), were so much more engaging. Overall, I liked the game and, I recommend it if you like other Hitman games.… Expand
  5. MadBert91
    Feb 23, 2021
    7
    El juego a nivel visual es impresionante, a nivel historia es paupérrimo, demasiado corto para el precio gigante que tiene, lo que digo, la historia bueno es muy subjetivo a mi no me apasiona demasiado. Le doy un bien
  6. SnowShad0382
    Nov 14, 2022
    7
    El juego es entretenido pero creo que hay puntos que mejorar, siento que los graficos no mejoran mucho con respecto al anterior, aparte parece mas un dlc que se prolonga constantemente sobre todo porque el juego no es que dure mucho.
  7. Bakoluk
    Aug 31, 2021
    7
    Graphics 8/10
    Playability 7/10
    Entertainment 7/10
    DualSense 4/10
    Overall 7/10
  8. Daniel0809
    Jan 21, 2021
    7
    This is my 1st time playing hitman and so far the game is beautiful! the controls are perfect and the voice acting and story are great. Im only 30hrs into the game but im having a really hard time figuring out the missions and the menu is not great. If your new to this series it will be frustrated because you have no clue what to do, Im kind of bored of the stealthy aspect but I get whyThis is my 1st time playing hitman and so far the game is beautiful! the controls are perfect and the voice acting and story are great. Im only 30hrs into the game but im having a really hard time figuring out the missions and the menu is not great. If your new to this series it will be frustrated because you have no clue what to do, Im kind of bored of the stealthy aspect but I get why people like it. Im waiting on IO interactive to make 007!… Expand
  9. srinu634
    Apr 10, 2021
    7
    Replayability, Stealth, short and sweet gameplay etc

    Pro's: - Replayability: The replayability of this game is amazing. You can play the same mission multiple times by planning new strategies every time. - Level design: Level design is good. The Dubai level design is pretty good and well crafted. Similarly, the German level is well crafted with party goers. The level design is    Replayability, Stealth, short and sweet gameplay etc

    Pro's:
    - Replayability: The replayability of this game is amazing. You can play the same mission multiple times by planning new strategies every time.
    - Level design: Level design is good. The Dubai level design is pretty good and well crafted. Similarly, the German level is well crafted with party goers. The level design is something that this game shines in.

    Con's:
    - Graphics on ps5 could have been better. Take for example Demon's Souls//Call of Duty Cold War, the texture quality is super high and Hitman 3's graphics quality doesn't compare with either of the mentioned games. The Graphics could have been better and -3 for this.
    - Personally, this is my first Hitman 3 game and I didn't enjoy it as much as other gamers. Coming from a RPG/JRPG background, this game isn't just my type. That being said, no points are cut for this as this is a personal preference.    … Expand
  10. Bloodhammer99
    Feb 9, 2021
    7
    As someone who considers hitman 1 and 2 some of the best games ever made, unfortunately I don't think that's the case with this game. Its still a very good game but has some ideas that don't work with the hitman formula, primarily the berlin and final level. This is the game where franchise fatigue sets in and im glad its the final one. Its still worth buying and still has quite a bit ofAs someone who considers hitman 1 and 2 some of the best games ever made, unfortunately I don't think that's the case with this game. Its still a very good game but has some ideas that don't work with the hitman formula, primarily the berlin and final level. This is the game where franchise fatigue sets in and im glad its the final one. Its still worth buying and still has quite a bit of content but it only has 1/4th of the content of the previous games. Levels are bigger and more open but feel more restrictive since they have less things to do in them. There is also less than half of the mission stories of the first 2. Its less replayable and levels feel connected in a bad way, it feels more like 1 more linear and focused experience than 6 separate locations with a lot of things to do like 1 and 2. However, credit where credit is due, its still a fun and engaging game throughout and makes you feel like a badass. Furthermore the compression here is great and manages to fit all 3 games in just 60gb, they also improved and polished the mechanics a bit more In this entry making them even better than they were in hitman 2. Its not a must play but its definitely worth your time.… Expand
  11. Zaph
    Feb 27, 2021
    7
    The final game in the Hitman series. I like some things about the series and dislike others.

    The Pros: Beautiful graphics Fun settings Interesting ways to kill Fun sub-stories in the challenges The Cons: The game is very short The main story is convoluted Only 6 relatively small maps The devs try to compensate for the short play time and small maps by adding replayability    The final game in the Hitman series. I like some things about the series and dislike others.

    The Pros:
    Beautiful graphics
    Fun settings
    Interesting ways to kill
    Fun sub-stories in the challenges

    The Cons:
    The game is very short
    The main story is convoluted
    Only 6 relatively small maps

    The devs try to compensate for the short play time and small maps by adding replayability and online elements in an attempt to give gamers more for their low cost development approach, but this doesn't work for me. It's still fundamentally the same game that I fully explored and subsequent run throughs just aren't as much fun to me.

    The game was fun and I enjoy the stealthy gameplay, but for this to score any higher it needs to be much longer - or at least cheaper. It's a $35 game to me that I paid full price for. I'll play through it again, but I'll put it on the shelf and wait a year so it seems fresh again.    … Expand
  12. Zski
    Aug 26, 2021
    7
    I have been a fan of the Hitman games since Hitman 2. Hitman 3 is solid, but it’s literally just another Hitman game. The gameplay plateaued a couple generations ago, so this game brings nothing new to the table. With that being said, it has fine tuned the Hitman gameplay better than any other game has so far, but I think it’s time to move the series forward. The maps are all excellent,I have been a fan of the Hitman games since Hitman 2. Hitman 3 is solid, but it’s literally just another Hitman game. The gameplay plateaued a couple generations ago, so this game brings nothing new to the table. With that being said, it has fine tuned the Hitman gameplay better than any other game has so far, but I think it’s time to move the series forward. The maps are all excellent, the variety is great, but about halfway through the game it started to lose my interest because I’ve been doing the same exact thing since I first played Hitman 2 for Gamecube in 2002.… Expand
  13. TonyBoyBR
    Nov 27, 2022
    5
    Estou muito decepcionado com o fato da produtora virar as costas para o mercado brasileiro, pois os mesmos não tiveram a preocupação de sequer colocar o legenda em português, haja visto que hoje a indústria game tem nos proporcionados localizações de alta qualidade em nosso idioma, e os dois jogos anteriores possuíam legendas pt-br, fica aqui meu descontentamento.
  14. joaopoc1998
    Jan 4, 2023
    7
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  15. alirezaporshe
    Mar 25, 2022
    6
    if you are not a fan dont buy it- its extremly hard and annoyingly cant figure out what to do next.so if you are not a fan i guess u wont enjoy it that much thats the reason why you see some people gave it 10 (hitman pros) and some gave it 0 (not hitman fans)
  16. Richard4949
    Jul 18, 2022
    7
    In full disclosure this is my first Hitman game. So, I didn’t know exactly what to expect. There’s things I like and things I really don’t like. The graphics are good. The frame rate is always good. The controls are right and tight. It’s fun to figure out how to execute each target. But, I don’t think I’d play it more than once. It’s very short, and made to replay many times. And I didn’tIn full disclosure this is my first Hitman game. So, I didn’t know exactly what to expect. There’s things I like and things I really don’t like. The graphics are good. The frame rate is always good. The controls are right and tight. It’s fun to figure out how to execute each target. But, I don’t think I’d play it more than once. It’s very short, and made to replay many times. And I didn’t enjoy it enough to do so. The menus are awful and not organized well at all. Being familiar with these games definitely will help you. It’s a polished game for sure. And I def wish there was a real story. There’s not much of one. It’s all about th3 6 maps and replay ability. If you’re looking for a Stealth game like this, then this is 100% the way to go… Expand
  17. Madbert
    Jul 9, 2022
    7
    Jan 20, 2021

    El juego a nivel visual es impresionante, a nivel historia es paupérrimo, demasiado corto para el precio gigante que tiene, lo que digo, la historia bueno es muy subjetivo a mi no me apasiona demasiado. Le doy un bien.
  18. Tsodlyylddyodyp
    Aug 22, 2023
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is the best game ever I recommended you play this 10 hours a day and get It for all you're children… Expand

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84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 35 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 34 out of 35
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 35
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  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Apr 12, 2021
    80
    Hitman 3 is a well crafted goodbye to restarted series. It will surprise you with its complexity, puzzles and very nice looks, enhanced by the new generation of consoles. [Issue#309]
  2. Games.cz
    Feb 19, 2021
    80
    This is how you end a trilogy. If you love this murderous series, you simply cannot miss its latest instalment. The campaign is a bit barebones, though, and a pause might be the best thing for the whole franchise.
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  3. Digital Chumps
    Feb 19, 2021
    90
    Hitman 3 is about the highest bar IO Interactive could set with the franchise. This is a universe the developer has lovingly crafted over the years and a perfect opportunity to let Agent 47 rest awhile. Hitman‘s laughable dark humor is here in spades, as the community devises weird challenges for each other that were never part of IO Interactive’s original plan. There are flaws–one’s that haven’t changed since 2016–but they are merely quirks that fans have embraced and come to terms with. As Escalations, Contracts, and new content trickles out over the months to come, Hitman 3 will continue to delight in its murderous, unique intent. Though 47 will eventually be traded for 007, it would be foolish to not recognize IO Interactive as an accomplished developer, responsible for an incredible game.
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