All Hitman series games in Order

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All Hitman series games in Order
All Hitman series games in Order

The Hitman PC game series has impressed gamers around the world with its unique blend of stealth, strategy, and action. Developed by IO Interactive, the series follows Agent 47, a lethal assassin, as he takes on high-stakes contracts across the globe. This game allowed the fans to put in the shoes of Hitman and live the life of an assassin. From its debut in 2000 with Hitman: Codename 47 to the latest installments, the series has evolved, offering immersive environments, detailed storytelling, and endless action. Let’s see the correct order to play the games in Hitman series.

All Hitman series games in Order

Hitman: Codename 47 – 2000

Hitman Codename 47 - 2000
Hitman Codename 47 – 2000

This first game of the series, Codename 47 was released on 21st November 2000. It was one of the best first person shooting game at that time. The game is set in a dark world where a bald assassin with a tattoo on his head assassinate his targets. The storyline starts with escaping of the main character from a test facility who is then hired by a European agency to kill wealthy criminals.

Hitman 2: Silent Assassin – 2002

Hitman 2 Silent Assassin - 2002
Hitman 2 Silent Assassin – 2002

The sequel Silent Assassin came two years later which is compatible with more devices. The game was available for PlayStation, GameCube, and Xbox along with Microsoft Windows. There was a slight change in storyline. In this game, a few more accessories were added  which enhanced the gameplay.

Hitman: Contracts – 2004

Hitman Contracts - 2004
Hitman Contracts – 2004

Hitman: Contracts is quite different as it’s both a remake and a sequel. The game allowed fans to replay levels from previous games. It was not as popular as Hitman 2 and also received some criticism. However, the game had improved graphics and was praised by fans.

Hitman: Blood Money – 2006

Hitman: Blood Money - 2006
Hitman: Blood Money – 2006

Blood Money is considered as one of the best games of the Hitman series. The game featured excellent graphics with various compatible controllers. In this game, Agent 47 works for a rival organization to ICA. The game introduced new features like dispose of bodies, climb obstacles, use NPCs as human shields, and make assassinations look like accidents. All these make it more interesting.

Hitman: Absolution – 2014

Hitman: Absolution - 2014
Hitman: Absolution – 2014

Hitman Absolution came six years after the previous one. The game introduced new features and gameplay like Online contracts and Instinct Mode. The game is set in similar storyline as Agent 47 goes on a mission to kill his girlfriend Diana.

Hitman – 2016

Hitman - 2016
Hitman – 2016

Hitman 2016 started the new world of Assassination trilogy. The makers took note of various issues like disguise mechanic, stealth, and linear missions and responded to it. The game allows players to explore, with a number of options to kill targets.

Hitman 2 – 2018

Hitman 2 - 2018
Hitman 2 – 2018

Hitman 2 is set just after the story of Hitman. The storyline of Hitman 2 is that Agent 47 tries to hunt down the Shadow Client he’s been working for. The game provided a more clear and polished experience than the previous one.

Hitman 3 – 2021

Hitman 3 - 2021
Hitman 3 – 2021

The third and last game of triology, Hitman 3 marked the end of the World of Assassination trilogy. The game is set in similar format as its predecessors. However, there is more focus on the story as it was the last one of the triology. The game allows players the ability to “import” areas from the first two games.