Hitman World of Assassination Signature Edition Opens Pre-Orders on Nintendo Switch 2 eShop

IO Interactive, acclaimed for its mastery in stealth-action gaming, has unveiled a new trailer for Hitman World of Assassination Signature Edition, aligning with the announcement that digital pre-orders are now open on the Nintendo eShop for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.

The latest entry in the storied Hitman franchise is set for global release both physically and digitally in June 2025, marking a significant addition to the Switch platform's library of mature, triple-A titles. The Signature Edition offers a complete package, combining the core Hitman World of Assassination campaign with an expansive suite of content.

Players will gain access to Contracts mode, Escalation challenges, Elusive Target arcades, live featured content, and the innovative Freelancer game mode.

Additionally, the edition bundles together the Hitman 2 Expansion Pack and Hitman 3 Deluxe Pack, providing a wealth of missions, weapons, locations, and customization options for longtime fans and newcomers alike. Gamers step once again into the role of Agent 47, IO Interactive’s legendary master assassin.

Utilizing a blend of stealth mechanics, disguises, and inventive gadgetry, players infiltrate intricate sandbox environments to eliminate high-profile targets.

The game invites exploration across a variety of iconic international settings, from the captivating Paris fashion runways to the impressive skyscrapers of Dubai and the energetic crowds at a Miami race event.

Each stage offers myriad pathways and creative strategies for assassination, emphasizing replayability and player agency. Early adopters who secure their digital pre-order on the Nintendo eShop will be rewarded with the Signature Pack, featuring two exclusive in-game outfits and items to further personalize Agent 47’s appearance and loadout.

Those opting for physical pre-orders will not only receive the Signature Pack but also the Quack Pack, which introduces an extra outfit and item, further enhancing customization possibilities. IO Interactive’s move to bring Hitman World of Assassination Signature Edition to the Nintendo Switch 2 underscores the developer’s confidence in the platform’s technical capabilities and broadening demographic.

Since launching the original Hitman: Codename 47 in 2000, IO Interactive has established itself as a leader in delivering open-ended, sophisticated stealth experiences.

With millions of copies sold across the franchise and a reputation for robust post-launch support, the studio continues to deliver content that resonates with a mature audience on both new and established platforms. Hitman World of Assassination Signature Edition is scheduled for a worldwide release on Nintendo Switch 2 in June 2025, available both as a retail package and via the Nintendo eShop.

The incoming release provides Nintendo Switch 2 players a definitive opportunity to engage in the acclaimed stealth-action sandbox and experience Agent 47's most comprehensive mission set to date.

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