Hitman: Codename 47 (PC) Review September 3, 2007
Posted by mitchfrizzell in PC, Reviews, Video Games.add a comment
While many games focus on killing, few games before Hitman actually focused on professionally killing. How does this game play, and will it make you a killer before you get to the end? Well, read on to find out.
This game is somewhat old, so the graphics might not look picture perfect like some newer titles. But then again, who cares about graphics that look real? That would be gross. Anyway, the graphics are old, but in no way bad, or low quality. The weapons look nice, and exceptionally real. The character skins are also nice, and besides a few reused ones, mostly original. Where the game stands out, however, is the size of the levels. They’re huge, and you can spot enemies from far away (on some levels) and each element looks great, from huge warehouses to a dense jungle, the game simply looks great.
The gameplay is somewhat like a walk-wherever-you-want-as-long-as-you’re-disguised Splinter Cell. This brings into play the more important element: stealth. However, stealth is handled a little differently than in other games. You simply grab a uniform from one of the soldiers, and you’re good to go. Should one of the other soldiers find the naked body, though, you’re stuck in a suspicious suit. The hits are nicely laid out with a background story and everything. The levels can be tackled in a number of ways, depending on your style of play.
I really loved the game, but I doubt I’ll grab any other ones in the series. Just the thought of being a paid killer is very disturbing. Pick it up if you’re not really bothered by that, but otherwise, stay away from this game. Oh, and you might want to keep children from playing this too