Hitman 2 doesn’t technically launch until next Tuesday, but those who bought the game’s Gold Edition can start playing today. Reviews have started trickling in alongside this advanced access period, and thankfully they’re quite favorable so far. It doesn’t look like the sequel does a whole lot to break away from the mold of its 2016 predecessor. However, if you enjoyed 2016’s Hitman, you’ll find a lot more to love in the follow-up.
Hitman 2 Review Roundup
So far there aren’t many Hitman 2 reviews available, but they’ll undoubtedly keep flowing in over the next few days. We’ll be covering the game extensively as well, especially once its Escalation Targets start arriving. In the meantime, however, feel free to peruse the various reviews we’ve rounded up. Also, if you’re curious about when exactly the game launches, we’ve got you covered there as well.
GameSpot
GameSpot gave Hitman 2 a generous 8 out of 10. In particular, the GameSpot reviewer praised the game’s intricate level design.
PC Gamer
PC Gamer’s review is also kind, awarding Hitman 2 an 84 out of 100. Points are knocked off since, in the reviewer’s opinion, Io Interactive played it a bit too safe with the sequel. However, the review also highlights how Hitman 2 refines its predecessor’s already solid murder simulation formula.
IGN
IGN dinged Hitman 2 slightly for its lack of innovation, saying it “feels more like Hitman 1.5.” However, IGN’s reviewer still came away impressed, awarding the sequel a 7.7 out of 10.
GamesRadar
Like IGN, GamesRadar expressed its concern over Hitman 2’s lack of meaningful innovation. The reviewer also noted that Hitman 2 can’t really compete with games like Fallout 76 or Red Dead Redemption 2. However, the 3.5 out of 5 score reflects the reviewer’s satisfaction with the sequel’s core gameplay.
USGamer
USGamer praised both Hitman 2’s initial presentation and its forthcoming potential (such as the above mentioned Elusive Targets). That double helping of praise dovetailed nicely into the final 4.5 out of 5 review score.
Eurogamer
Eurogamer doesn’t use a number-based review scoring system, but what it lacks in numbers it makes up for in words. The publication’s Hitman 2 review both delves into the series’ past and highlights the sequel’s new additions. The entire review is worth reading for sure, but in short, Eurogamer enjoyed the sequel.
Kotaku
Like Eurogamer, Kotaku doesn’t assign hard numbers or letter grades to its reviews. However, Kotaku’s Hitman 2 reviewer was clearly charmed by the game’s improved mechanics and larger levels. The reviewer did note that the sequel’s levels aren’t as posh or fancy as locations from its 2016 predecessor. However, that was pretty much the only negative element they could find.