Hitman: Blood Money

This section details the features and issues of the Reprisal port of Hitman: Blood Money, developed by Feral Interactive for iOS, Android, and Nintendo Switch, released in late 2023 and early 2024 respectively. This port introduced modernization changes to make it more akin to current Hitman titles, but not all changes were successful.

Starting the Game: Unlike most Switch games, Reprisal requires pressing both L and R Buttons simultaneously to access the opening menu.

The Minimap: A useful addition that helps track targets (visible at Professional difficulty) and navigate maps, especially for new players. It can be toggled off.

No Compass: The Reprisal port lacks the compass found in other versions. While there's a compass on the in-game map, frequent map consultation is needed for directional guidance.

Instinct: This feature, similar to newer Hitman games, is limited in Reprisal, only highlighting usable objects within the current room and not showing enemies through walls. It's more beneficial for newcomers than experienced players.

Sneak Running: An exclusive feature allowing faster movement while sneaking by using the Run Button or pushing the Left Analog Stick fully forward, aiding in ambushes.

Advanced Warning System: Provides more explicit notifications for suspicious guards, trespassing, or camera detection, indicated by screen edge color changes. However, this system can be confusing, sometimes triggering repeated warnings even after changing disguises.

Crashes and Glitches: The Reprisal version experienced random crashes (approximately four during testing) and a glitch causing jumbled on-screen text. Other versions are also prone to crashing under specific conditions, like excessive weapon swinging.

Modern Control Scheme: Offers a control scheme similar to newer Hitman games but lacks a dedicated 1st Person View, with only Binoculars available for a limited view.

Object Interactions: Changes made to object interaction, intended to mimic newer Hitman games, have made the Reprisal version more difficult. Unlike older versions where proximity was sufficient for interaction prompts (like Human Shield), Reprisal requires the center reticle to be directly on the object or person, making interactions less forgiving.

This section of the guide focuses on specific gameplay mechanics and control differences in Hitman: Blood Money, particularly within the Reprisal version.

The International Contract Agency (ICA):

The ICA, or The Agency, is the clandestine organization for which Agent 47 works. Its primary function is to carry out assassinations for clients who wish to remain anonymous. Clients contact The Agency, and an agent is assigned to fulfill the contract. Missions often extend beyond simple assassinations, including objectives like item destruction or retrieval, and rescuing individuals.

Modern and Classic Controls:

The choice between Modern and Classic controls significantly impacts available gameplay features. The following tables detail the button mappings for each scheme:

Modern Controls - Menus

Modern Controls - Action

Alright, Agent, let's get you familiar with the controls for Hitman: Blood Money. Knowing your buttons is key to pulling off those silent assassinations and making a clean getaway. We'll cover the classic controls here, which are pretty standard for most third-person action games.

Menus

When you need to check your objectives or just pause the action, you'll be using these buttons:

Action & Movement

Getting around and interacting with the world is handled here. Pay attention to the nuances of movement:

• Move Around: Use the Left Analog Stick.
• Look Around: Use the Right Analog Stick.
• Sneak/Crouch: Hold ZL Button. This is clutch for staying out of sight.
• Action: Press the A Button for most interactions like picking up items, opening doors, or initiating certain actions.
• Map: Press the L Button to see your current location and objectives.
• Instinct: Hold R Button. This highlights important targets and points of interest – a lifesaver when you're unsure what to do next.
• Melee: Press the ZR Button for close-quarters combat.
• Place/Retrieve Item: Hold A Button. Useful for setting traps or hiding evidence.
• Pick Up/Equip Disguise: Press the B Button. Essential for blending in.
• 1st Person View: Press the Right Analog Stick Button. Good for a closer look or lining up a shot.

Pro Tip: The game mentions a 'Sneak Run' ([1] in the source notes). By combining movement with the Run Button (which isn't explicitly listed here but implied), you can move faster while still being stealthy, letting you keep pace with unsuspecting NPCs.

Weapons

When things get serious, you'll need to know your way around your arsenal:

Important Note on Throwing: As the guide points out ([3] in the source notes), you can't throw firearms. The Fire Button (ZR) is also used for aiming, so it makes sense. For throwable items like explosives, you'll use that button.

Inventory Management

Keeping track of your gear is simple with these commands:

• Open Inventory List: Use D-Pad Left/Right.
• Select Item: Again, use D-Pad Left/Right to cycle through your items.
• Equip Item: Press the A Button once you've selected what you want.
• Drop Selected Item: Press D-Pad Down. Useful if you need to make space or leave something behind.

Mastering these controls will make you feel much more confident as you navigate the dangerous world of Hitman: Blood Money. Now go out there and get to work, Agent!