THE OFFICIAL, ALL-ORIGINAL, ALL-OUT THRILLING PREQUEL TO THE MUCH-ANTICIPATED NEW GAME HITMAN: ABSOLUTION Since the devastating conclusion of Hitman: Blood Money, Agent 47 has been MIA. Now fans awaiting the return of the blockbuster videogame and film phenomenon can pinpoint the location of the world’s most brutal and effective killer-for-hire before he reemerges in Hitman: Absolution. When the Agency lures him back with a mission that will require every last ounce of his stealth, strength, and undercover tactics, they grossly underestimate the silent assassin’s own agenda. Because this time, Agent 47 isn’t just going to bite the hand that feeds him. He’s going tear it off and annihilate anyone who stands in his way.

The clone assassin has been played long enough—now it’s more than a game. Bred to kill, Agent 47 is The Agency’s most valuable assassin. So when a competing murder-for-hire organization decides to destroy The Agency, the first person they target for elimination is Agent 47. Tasking someone to off the best hitman in the business is one thing; getting the job done is another. When the attempt falls short, Agent 47 is ordered to track down and kill the culprit who is feeding vital information about The Agency to its enemies. Agent 47 must follow a bloody trail halfway around the world, fight his way through the streets of Fez, Morocco, and battle slavers deep inside Chad. Then he will discover a shattering truth: If he fails at his mission, the price he’ll pay will be far greater than his own life. . . .

* Engage or go undetected - Direct offensive and stealth based strategies provide multiple paths and options to fit your play style. * Get the drop on enemies - Use the 'Instinct' ability or follow detailed maps to complete your objectives. * Level Up - Discover the best Challenges and the easiest way to complete them. * Max gamer score - Learn where and how to unlock all achievements/trophies. Covers: Xbox 360®, Playstation®3, PC

* BONUS collectible content - A premium hard cover guide with ribbon bookmark. * BONUS - Q&A and concept art with developer commentary. * Engage or go undetected - Direct offensive and stealth based strategies provide multiple paths and options to fit your play style. * Get the drop on enemies - Use the 'Instinct' ability or follow detailed maps to complete your objectives. * Hardcore - Coverage of 'Hardcore' difficulty gives you the best chance at more achievements/trophies and accolades. * Max gamer score - Learn where and how to unlock all achievements/trophies. Covers: Xbox 360®, Playstation®3, PC

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