Tense, methodical, and violent gameplay thats not for the impatient!
GAMEPLAY - Like I said, I am no big fan of trial and error gameplay. However, with the level of detail found in each level it made was fun just 'scoping' out the area and thinking through your actions. I spent most of my time walking around, looking for gaps in the targets defenses by way of catching the one guard off by himself. I would take him out and slowly get closer to the target and plan my strike. Patience is key and you want to try to cut down on the collateral damage as much as possible. I heard you can get through each level by only taking out the contracted hits but I aint that good unfortunately.
GRAPHICS - Graphics are excellent. The levels are large and intricately detailed. The characters themselves look really good as well (especially 47). Certain showpiece levels are awesome to take in visually. Mainly, the Mardi Gras level and the rave level come to mind.
SOUND - The music helps create a very cool and suave atmosphere. Specifically the classical music score at the startup menu. Mostly the music consists of cinematic scores, all of which are high quality. The techno music in the rave level stands out.
OVERALL - I found this game to be a welcome change of pace from run and gun action. I hope IO interactive will capitalize on the successful formula with Blood money and release another hitman game of the same high quality. Plus, agent 47 is such an extremely cool character!!!