Hitman 3 - Contracts
 

Hitman 3 came out today for the consoles (both, I believe, but I could be wrong)...

Did anyone get it? How different is it to the first? How does it compare?

I had a lot of fun with the last one, hours of fun blowing people away...

It's also out for the PC. I have it, and will post a "trip report" later today, hopefully.

Picked it up last night (for PS2) and it ROCKS. Different in many ways from the first, more eerie, creepy, etc., but same general gameplay--though MUCH better than Silent Assasin since you can use so many more regular items for "the work," like a meathook, cleaver, etc. I've finished the first two missions but was a mass murderer on both. It's more fun that way at first, until I get good feel for them and then I'll go back and try be a bit more stealthful. EXCELLENT game...

P.S. On Mission Two one of the things you can pick up is a laxative. NO idea how to use that on someone yet but I look forward to figuring it out...

I haven't played the game, but basic game logic supports the theory that slipping this in someone's food or drink would cause them to head to the bathroom, thereby (a) clearing the room and/or (b) allowing you to sneak up on them in a bathroom stall.

I picked up the Xbox version yesterday and played through the first two missions. It plays a lot like the last one except for the things that have already been mentioned--the music and using more items. I was a real fan of the last Hitman game and so far I have really enjoyed this one.

I was thinking of picking this up, but the $49 price convinced me to wait for a sale.

Does look cool, though.

It's much creepier than the first one. It seemed harder, too, but maybe that's because there isn't much of an in-game tutorial like Hitman 2 had.

Silent Assassin on Level 1 isn't too hard...

Is Diana back?

Just be careful when approaching the EXIT.

The game is actually more of a prequel than a sequel. Here's why:

Good tips. Will try them out. Finished level 3 last night--GREAT mission--but didn't quite get Silent Assasin. I think I know the problem:
Also, does getting the SA rating get you new weapons?

It did on Level 1. Not sure how to equip them yet, though.

The first level was really cool for those of us who have been fans of the series since the begining. I know there are more missions based on the first game as it goes along.

Overall, I don't think this is as good as the last two so far, but it's still a lot of fun.

I don't like how the missions don't connect to each other like in the previous games (espically like in the first one.)

I just beat the game tonight. It is a bit short, but there's a lot of replay in it for me. I'll give it a few days and then go back, trying to get all SIlent Assassin ratings.

jim

I've (so far) played two levels which are remixes of the first game. Interesting, but something fresh would have been nicer (considering this game's a lot shorter than the last two :()

How many missions are there total?

Am I the only one or is it equally if not more fun to try complete a mission guns blazing, mass murderer style? Sometimes I get so tired of sneaking I just pull out the pistols and go to work. Just can't help myself sometimes...

There are 12 missions.

Anybody have any hints on how you get discovered why wearing a disguise?
Lots of times, i am wearing a disguise and all of a sudden my cover gets blown and i don't know why. This can get rather frustrating.

I've had this same problem. Even on Mission 1, I get the SWAT uniform but get the red alert as soon as I'm near a SWAT guy. What gives?

Although I'm far from a master at this part of the game, there are a few "rules" that help me out.

First of all, avoid doing anything "suspicious". Hurrying past people can blow your cover. At the same time, just standing there or walking too slowly near any enemy will do the same thing. The best thing is to walk at a normal pace (They may get a bit suspicious about not recognizing you, but not enough to raise an alarm). Also, stay as far away as possible. For example, when walking past someone guarding a door, try to keep on the opposite side of the hall.

Never check your map unless you're sure you're in a "safe" area. While the map is up, everyone continues their rounds. I've had people come up and blow my cover while I was trying to check the map.

Always hide bodies well. If someone stumbles across the body that you took your disguise from, you will be easily recognized. When knocking someone out with the syringe, keep in mind that they won't stay out too long. Hurry and get out of there (or get a different disguise) before they wake up and alert others.

Make sure your disguise is complete and correct. If you're carrying a weapon, it should be appropriate. For example, when you take a uniform from a SWAT team memeber, remember to get his gun also. (The first time I died on that level, it was because I came across a cool sniper rifle that I wanted. Unfortunately, this will get you recognized right away.

jim

An SA rating does get you a new weapon (or dual weapons) on each level. They are as follows:



You can also get another special weapon after Mission 9.
The weapon is a
You get it by

jim

can someone tell me where the warehouse with the radiation suit is? I looked NW of the sub and all i see is a barrack and a mess hall. neither has a radiation suit.

Spoilers for the end of the game: