Part 86

Learn all about Elusive Targets in Hitman, Hitman 2, and Hitman 3. Discover how they work, the unique challenges they present, and the suits you can unlock.

Hey there, Agent! So, you've heard about Elusive Targets, huh? They're a pretty special kind of mission in the Hitman games – a real test of your skills. Think of them as high-stakes, one-shot deals. Once you start one, you only get one chance to nail it. If you fail, or even if you just decide to quit without restarting, that target is gone forever. They used to pop up every few weeks, keeping us all on our toes. Here's the kicker: you won't see the target on your map or even with Instinct Mode. Your only clues come from the briefing, which gives you some hints about where they might be and what they're up to. The maps themselves can also be a bit different – sometimes areas are blocked off, certain starting locations are unavailable, and you might run into more guards than usual. When a new Elusive Target mission drops, you've got a limited window to complete it. It used to be just 48 hours, but now it's usually around 10 days. So, you gotta be quick! These missions take place on maps you'll recognize from the main campaign. They might tie into the story a bit, referencing characters or events, but they're mostly standalone. Since they happen at the same time as the original mission on that map, you can usually treat them as separate challenges. Now, let's talk rewards! Completing Elusive Targets earns you new suits for Agent 47. Some of these are callbacks to his classic looks from earlier games. You can wear these awesome suits in most missions (though there are a few exceptions like the ICA Facility, The Vector, Untouchable, Sniper Assassin modes, and certain Escalations). Just a heads-up, some characters might make a comment or two about your fancy new threads, but it's mostly just for show.