While fans await the next mainline Hitman game, IO Interactive and Saber Interactive have announced that the original three games in the series are being remastered in a bundle called the Hitman Classic Trilogy Remastered.
Specifically, Hitman: Codename 47, Hitman 2: Silent Assassin, and Hitman: Contracts are included in the bundle.
The game’s have been “painstakingly rebuilt,” according to the official announcement. The new versions of the original games include “upgraded character models, enhanced environments, and high-resolution textures.”
The remaster bundle also includes the ability to toggle between classic and updated graphics and a photo mode.
The Hitman Classic Trilogy Remastered bundle releases in 2027. It’s coming to PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.
It’s just the latest project from Saber, as the company is also working on Jurassic Park: Survival, Stuntman: Hollywood, and a new John Wick game.
IO Interactive’s latest release, meanwhile, was the popular James Bond game 007: First Light. The studio is eyeing multiple sequels, and has also pledged to return to Hitman someday.
In other Hitman news, IO Interactive announced at Summer Game Fest that the latest Elusive Target for Hitman: World of Assassination is the rapper Wiz Khalifa. The mission is available now through July 5.
Additionally, World of Assassination got a new update this week that added the “World Champions” DLC, which is themed around the World Cup.
This is exciting news for Hitman fans! The remasters sound like a great way to experience the classic trilogy with enhanced graphics. It’ll be interesting to see how the improvements breathe new life into these beloved games.
Absolutely! It’s a fantastic way to revisit those iconic levels with improved visuals. Plus, the remasters might attract new players who want to see what all the hype is about. It’ll be interesting to see how the updated graphics enhance the overall gameplay experience!