April 20, 2012 - IO Interactive A/S, a Square Enix studio, is pleased to reveal the first screenshot after yesterday’s release of “HOPE NEWS TIMES”. This is the first of many more images to come, revealing the truth behind the local newspaper’s headlines. Find out about the arrival of Hope’s latest tourist—Agent 47—in today’s image.

The local newspaper for Hope, South Dakota, HOPE NEWS TIMES is a weekly publication reporting the latest news from the town, and revealing a brand new chapter in HITMAN: ABSOLUTION.

To catch the latest edition of the HOPE NEWS TIMES, please visit:

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Square Enix is pleased to reveal the HITMAN: ABSOLUTION PROFESSIONAL EDITION. Featuring a premium hardcover Art Book with a foreword from Game Director Tore Blystad, and an exclusive behind-the-scenes “making of” video, all packaged up in a clamshell box that looks as sharp as Agent 47 does in his suit, the Professional Edition is the ultimate way to experience the living, breathing world of HITMAN: ABSOLUTION.

HITMAN: ABSOLUTION PROFESSIONAL EDITION also includes advanced access to a range of in-game Agency Weapons, giving the Original Assassin a deadly edge over his enemies from the outset. The Agency Jagd P22G pistol will suit the silent assassins, whilst the Agency HX UMP SMG and the Agency SPS 12 semi-automatic shotgun will give Agent 47 the power to fight his foes head on.

HITMAN: ABSOLUTION follows The Original Assassin undertaking his most personal contract to date. Betrayed by the Agency and hunted by the police, Agent 47 finds himself pursuing redemption in a corrupt and twisted world.

HITMAN: ABSOLUTION PROFESSIONAL EDITION is available to preorder now.  Please visit www.Hitman.com for updates.

 

Showcasing IO Interactive's proprietary Glacier 2™ technology, HITMAN: ABSOLUTION™ is the most ambitious game in the series yet. Featuring a living and breathing world, where every moment can become a story. The Original Assassin must rely on his highly honed skills and instinct as he takes on his most dangerous and personal contract to date. HITMAN ABSOLUTION is scheduled for release in  2012 for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and PC.

HITMAN: ABSOLUTION

Behind the Scenes

London, January 2012 – A very special press event for Hitman: Absolution. Go behind the scenes, as the Original Assassin marks his targets among Europe’s leading press and media. 

The Youtube link can be found here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EWpozzZve5s

HITMAN: ABSOLUTION - ICA FILES: DIANA BURNWOOD

This is the first video in “The International Contract Agency Files” series, which introduces the main cast in HITMAN: ABSOLUTION. Featuring exclusive art from comic artist Ben Oliver, the ICA Files provide an in-depth background check on the leading characters in HITMAN: ABSOLUTION. The first file focuses on Diana Burnwood, long-time handler of lead protagonist, Agent 47.

ICA File: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FUdL0fueejs

Meet the talent behind HITMAN: ABSOLUTION – check out a new series of interviews, filmed on the set of Hitman: Absolution during the performance capture sessions in Giant Studios, the preeminent motion capture facility. The first video features actress Marsha Thomason, who takes on the role of ICA handler Diana Burnwood in HITMAN: ABSOLUTION.

Marsha Thomason Interview: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8eKjZLK2Cs