Hitman: Absolution is out now for mobile, with this contentious entry making a polished return

• Hitman: Absolution is now available on iOS and Android
• Experience this divisive yet unique installment in the franchise
• Agent 47 strikes out alone in this refined mobile port of Absolution across multiple devices

Feral Interactive has delivered numerous exceptional ports of top-tier titles to mobile platforms, from Total War: Empire to squeezing Alien Isolation onto smartphones. However, they may be facing their toughest challenge yet by bringing players into Hitman: Absolution as it launches on iOS and Android for $14.99 (or your local equivalent)!

Setting aside the humor, Hitman: Absolution remains a polarizing entry in this acclaimed stealth series. Trading its previous globe-trotting espionage for a grittier, grindhouse-inspired vibe, the story follows Agent 47 as he goes rogue to protect a young girl with enigmatic ties to The Agency. Along his journey, he eliminates targets, utilizes disguises, and battles various unsavory adversaries.

Moving away from traditional open-world design in favor of more action-driven and combat-heavy segments, Absolution initially received mixed reviews. However, since IO Interactive returned Hitman to his stealth roots, the game has undergone a critical reappraisal, making Feral’s latest port an excellent chance to experience it firsthand.

Mr Clean returns

Hitman: Absolution certainly distinguishes itself, and Feral Interactive has once again refined the mobile version for optimal performance. Players will enjoy fully customizable touch controls alongside both controller and keyboard support, featuring auto-aim and dynamic on-screen prompts.

Worried about device compatibility? Fear not, as Feral includes multiple graphics presets to ensure smooth gameplay across a wide range of hardware. For newcomers to the series, Absolution offers an accessible, action-focused entry point with Instinct mode highlighting targets, while the familiar disguise system allows for undetected infiltration.

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