Today we have added the latest video for Square Enix's upcoming Hitman franchise - for the Xbox 360 and PS3.

HITMAN: SNIPER CHALLENGE is an exclusive standalone pre-order sniper experience, available to play from the moment customers pre-order their copy of HITMAN: ABSOLUTION. The HITMAN: SNIPER CHALLENGE pre-order promotion will be available starting May 15. 

HITMAN: SNIPER CHALLENGE is not a part of the main game, but has been created as a bespoke standalone experience to reward fans who pre-order HITMAN: ABSOLUTION. 

From a balcony overlooking a roof-top party, you are tasked with taking out Richard Strong, Jr., CEO of Stallion Armaments, along with his entire staff of bodyguards. Skilled players will capitalize on score multipliers, discover secret extras, unlock equipment upgrades, and marvel at the many creative ways one can discretely dispose of a body while they work to fulfil their contract in the most efficient way possible.

The high-powered Kazo TRG sniper rifle and a host of other upgrades can be unlocked and carried over into HITMAN: ABSOLUTION. Also an online leader board will allow players to compare their sniping abilities with players around the world, supported by various challenges to determine who has the best sniping skills. Keep an eye on www.Hitmansniper.com for more details. 

"Agent 47 is the best in the business so it seemed appropriate to create the best pre-order reward possible for our fans," said Jon Brooke, Brand Director of the Hitman Franchise. "HITMAN: SNIPER CHALLENGE is a way of thanking customers and giving them a taste of Agent 47's skills from the moment they pre-order the game."

HITMAN: ABSOLUTION is scheduled for global release on November 20th 2012

This Hitman: Absolution - Sniper Challenge - Announcement Trailer can be viewed below with more videos and screenshots for the game in our media area, if you wish to check out the full range of content we have on the site Click Here.

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