90% off: Highly rated stealth game available for $2 on Steam

In the Hitman series, a collection of stealth action games, players step into the shoes of Agent 47 – a genetically enhanced assassin who relies on strategy and stealth to eliminate his targets. Hitman: Absolution, the fifth installment, takes a more personal turn. This time, Agent 47 is assigned to eliminate his longtime contact and confidante, Diana Burnwood. However, before she dies, she makes a final request that puts him at odds with the very organization that issues his contracts – the Agency. With a cinematic presentation and a strong focus on storytelling, the game delivers an immersive experience.

Unlike its predecessors, which focused on open sandbox levels, Hitman: Absolution blends scripted sequences with more open areas. The revamped Instinct mode helps players anticipate enemy movements and blend into crowds, while an improved stealth system and a new cover mechanic enable a more tactical approach. For long-term engagement, the Contracts mode lets players create custom missions and share them with the community. Released by IO Interactive in 2012, the game may not rival modern Unreal Engine 5 titles in graphical fidelity, but it still holds up visually.

Hitman: Absolution holds strong ratings on Steam, with 93% positive reviews from over 40,000 players. On Metacritic, however, the reception is more mixed, with a Metascore of 79 and a User Score of 7.3. The game was mainly criticized for moving away from its expansive sandbox levels, but it earned praise for its refined controls and cinematic presentation. If you haven't played Hitman: Absolution yet, now could be a great time to jump in. Until February 24, it’s available on Steam for just $2 instead of $20 – a 90% discount.

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