The original Hitman: Silent Assassin video game was released, continuing the story of Agent 47.
IO Interactive announces the development of the sequel, Hitman 2: Silent Assassin.
Agent 47 retires from active contract work to live a secluded life as a monk at a Sicilian monastery.
Sister Maria, a close friend and spiritual guide to Agent 47, is kidnapped by mafia members, drawing 47 back into the world of assassinations.
Agent 47 infiltrates a mafia compound and successfully rescues Sister Maria from captivity.
47 is approached by the International Contract Agency (ICA) for a series of missions, marking his return to the field.
Agent 47 travels to Siberia to eliminate a crime boss named Bergdorf who is involved in illegal arms trading.
Agent 47 is sent to India to eliminate Ta Fever, a wealthy and corrupt pharmaceutical magnate.
Agent 47 returns to Sicily to eliminate the mafia Don responsible for Sister Maria's kidnapping.
Agent 47 travels to Japan to kill Hisashi Ozu, a yakuza boss involved in illegal dealings.
Agent 47 is tasked with assassinating General Makeev, a warlord involved in arms trafficking.
Agent 47 completes his contract missions and is offered a chance to return to retirement.
