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[Top 15] Best Assassin Games for PS4 (Ranked Fun To Most Fun)

Aaronnluke — Sun, 12 Feb 2023 00:11:31 +0000

Assassin games are some of the most beloved types of games out there. Most have a premise that is easy to execute and hard to mess up. They’re endlessly fun and usually present a mix between challenging combat and puzzles. And what better than to talk about the best assassin games that can be found on one of the most beloved gaming consoles, the PlayStation 4?

The PS4 is personally my favorite console. I’ve had one since they first came out and still use it constantly to this day. I have many fond memories, and many of them were spent playing assassin games, which allowed me to fall in love with the genre. A few of my memories are of playing the very games on this list.

And for such a beloved console, it’s guaranteed to have some of the best assassin games out there. Every game on this list is great, but out of the 15 I have hand-picked, there is bound to be a winner. None of these games are bad, not one, but when it comes to personal opinion, there has to be one over the other. Although I can guarantee you will enjoy the games on this list.

15. Mark of the Ninja: Remastered

Released in 2012 (PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Linux, Nintendo Switch)

Mark of the Ninja was a game that was pretty well-known back in 2012. It was first released for Xbox solely, but a few years later it was given a remastered version for the PlayStation 4. And I’m glad this game was spread to other consoles, giving more players a chance to experience it.

In Mark of the Ninja, you play as an unnamed ninja who wakes up after his clan has been attacked. You now must hunt down the group responsible, traveling through various levels and taking out different enemies. Mark of the Ninja is a stealth game first and foremost, and it encourages the player to hide in the shadows in its 2-D plane. The art style is fun and cartoony, though that only makes it hard to take Mark of the Ninja as seriously when compared to the other games on this list.

Choose this game if you like:

Stealthy and tactical gameplay
Fun and interesting art styles
Using different tools and techniques

Fun factor score: 50/100

14. Styx: Shards of Darkness

Released in 2017 (PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One)

Styx: Shards of Darkness is a small franchise I was delighted to discover. It has a concept very different, and might I say refreshing, from the other games on this list. However, like all games, this one is not without its flaws.

Styx takes place in a world of mythical beings and monsters, and goblins are creatures thought to be dumb and greedy. However, in this game you play as Styx, an intelligent and resourceful goblin turned assassin for hire. Styx’s abilities have turned him into quite the master assassin, and you must use those skills to travel through different, well-designed levels and take out an array of enemies. Although, it has to be said that the story isn’t that memorable and the farther you make it into the game the more you find reused level concepts.

Choose this game if you like:

Fantastical worlds and settings
Sneaking your way past enemies
A combat system centered around assassination and magic

Fun factor score: 53/100

13. Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun

Released in 2017 (PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Linux, Amazon Luna)

Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun spins the original assassin game concept and presents it in its own unique style. It’s similar to Mark of the Ninja in that way, but this one is more comparable to an RPG set in futile Japan.

In Shadow Tactics, you must play as a variety of different characters, including samurais and thieves, to traverse through Japanese-styled campaigns and take out a variety of foes. Each playable character has their own set of interesting abilities, and the player has a lot of customization to their gameplay, not to mention the amazing story. Although that gameplay can be a little infuriating at times with difficulty spikes and weird camera movements, Shadow Tactics is a game worth checking out.

Choose this game if you like:

Emotionally touching storylines
Historical, Japanese settings
Great cast of playable characters

Fun factor score: 57/100

12. Middle Earth: Shadow of War

Released in 2017 (PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One)

Middle Earth: Shadow of War is not only a great assassin game but a game any Lord of the Rings fan would love. It has aspects from both the genre and the beloved book series, which all come together for something truly unique.

Shadow of War picks up with an archer named Talion who shares his body with the supernatural elf lord Celebrimbor. The story starts after they craft a new ring of power then lose it, causing them to travel the world of middle earth. Shadow of War is fun with a nice blend of traditional and supernatural combat and monsters like Orcs to interact with, fight, and sometimes befriend. There are five different zones to travel through which all look unique, yet those differences are only surface level. The story is also sometimes drawn out and mundane.

Choose this game if you like:

Revisiting classic Lord of the Ring settings
An interesting supernatural and physical combat system
Interacting with many mythical creatures

Fun factor rating: 60/100

11. For Honor

Released in 2017 (PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One)

For Honor is a game I was only able to play a small amount of. It’s a complex game with many layers that center around an amazing fighting system that makes any mundane story worth it.

Like I said, what makes For Honor so great is its complex fighting system with many layers of attacks, blocks, parries, and so much more. Combat is very much engaging with its third-person perspective. And the player gets to customize their combat by being able to choose between different factions such as Samurais and Vikings, which all have their own unique fighting style. The story itself in For Honor is very bland, as you can tell the developers spent the brunt of their time on combat and worldbuilding. However, the combat system alone makes this game great.

Choose this game if you like:

Customizing your game by choosing between a variety of warriors
Learning the arts of many different styles of combat
Engaging in truly amazing forms of fighting

Fun factor score: 63/100

10. Sniper Elite 4

Released in 2017 (PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One)

Sniper Elite 4 is another game I was only able to play a little bit of, but I wish I could have seen more of this wonder. It’s a game that takes the known sniper concept but expands upon it, creating more of an open world, sandbox experience.

In this game, you play as an expert sniper who travels to eight different locations and maps to take down Nazi threats. If you hate Nazis, you’ll like this game. Each level is about an hour long, but they don’t drag on, as you’re kept on your toes the entire time. You must use your intelligence and tactical thinking to take down enemies, which means creativity is encouraged. There are also multiplayer modes so you can play with friends. The only miss is that there isn’t much variety with weapons to upgrade to.

Choose this game if you like:

Exploring vast, expansive campaigns during every level
Engaging in sniper combat that has never been seen before
Playing with friends in co-op missions

Fun factor score: 65/100

9. Dishonored: Death of the Outsider

Released in 2017 (PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One)

Dishonored: Death of the Outsider is a sequel to the beloved Dishonored 2. Though not very anticipated, Death of the Outsider is a great ending to the story told throughout the first two games.

Death of the Outsider takes place after the events of Dishonored 2 and follows Billie Lurke, a fan-favorite character from the main game, who goes on a mission to find an item that can kill the Outsider. The story isn’t anything special, as some of the tropes are a bit cliché, but it’s a nice closing to the Dishonored franchise. The new supernatural abilities that Billie Lurke possess are fun with major differences from the characters in the game before it. This game also takes place in the beautiful Karnaca, which is a plus in my book.

Choose this game if you like:

Engaging in supernatural assassin combat
Facing a wide variety of targets to take down
Finishing the Dishonored story

Fun factor score: 70/100

8. Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain

Released in 2015 (PC, PlayStation 3, and 4, Xbox 360, Xbox One)

Metal Gear Solid is a very beloved franchise with many titles and iconic characters. And this game, The Phantom Pain is a great addition to this epic series.

You play as the iconic Mercenary Punished “Venom” Snake who ventures into Soviet-occupied Afghan territory in the year 1984. Although the story isn’t as good as the other games, its open world concept and vast array of abilities makes this game great. You’re free to travel anywhere and have an almost sandbox freedom to complete the levels. You have almost any type of tool or weapon you can think of at your disposal, but that can leave the player overwhelmed with so many things they are expected to master. However, this is one of the best Metal Gear Solid games out there.

Choose this game if you like:

Open-world settings that are free to explore
Innovative, photo-realistic graphics
Using a wide variety of tools and weapons

Fun factor score: 73/100

7. Hitman 2016

Released in 2016 (PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Linux)

Hitman 2016 is a soft reboot to a beloved 20-year franchise, and the first entry of the “World of Assassination” trilogy. Hitman 2016 is a game I have a soft spot for, and I believe it is one of the best assassin games out there.

In Hitman, you play as the trained assassin Agent 47, a hitman who goes all around the world to complete various contracts and take out a variety of targets. In each mission, the player is left to their own devices in a sandbox setting. There are linear paths to follow to make the mission easier, yet those are merely suggestions. The best part of Hitman is truly how creative you can be and how you can replay a level repeatedly and get different results. But I don’t believe this game is as good as the rest on this list.

Choose this game if you like:

Masterful assassination gameplay
A sandbox experience open to interpretation
Many individual stories to be told

Fun factor score: 75/100

6. Assassin’s Creed: Odyssey

Released in 2018 (PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Google Stadia)

Assassin’s Creed: Odyssey is a worthy addition to the beloved and epic Assassin’s Creed franchise. And like all AC games, Odyssey is set in a beautifully vast world, this time in a rich Greek setting.

Odyssey is the first AC game to be released after the soft reboot of the series that was Origins. In this game, you play as either Alexios or Kassandra, two siblings who were Spartans turned mercenaries in a beautiful ancient-Greek setting during the horrors of the Peloponnesian War. Each character is flexible, and you can have them act however you want to, which makes way for some interesting side missions and story segments. There’s also a naval combat system like Black Flag, yet it’s never been this good.

Choose this game if you like:

Engaging in long, epic battles
Experience the beautiful world of Ancient Greece
Customizing your game and story, resulting in multiple endings

Fun factor score: 77/100

5. Ghost of Tsushima

Released in 2020 (PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5)

Ghost of Tsushima is a game that was released pretty recently and takes many of the beloved elements from other franchises such as Assassin’s Creed. It takes the common concept of an assassin samurai but creates something truly unique and interesting.

With an Assassin’s Creed-esque premise and a huge, feudal Japan world to explore, Ghost of Tsushima is an amazing game. You play as Jinn Sakai, a samurai who is bent on breaking his uncle out of captivity, but by the time this touching story ends, you’re left wanting more. The world is beautiful, but combat is challenging but great. You will have to time the perfect attack or dodge and even small mistakes may cost you your life, but that only incentivizes the player to hone their skills.

Choose this game if you like:

Meeting a variety of believable characters
A fresh samurai assassin premise
A challenging combat system

Fun factor score: 80/100

4. Dishonored 2

Released in 2016 (PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One)

Dishonored 2 is a game loved by fans for its creativity and innovation. It’s something familiar yet new, with a wonderful assassin premise and a story that will leave you wanting more. Yet, if you do want more out of the story, that’s what Death of the Outsider is for.

Dishonored 2 starts 15 years after the first game during a remembrance ceremony for the empress. During the ceremony, a witch named Delilah Copperspoon shows up claiming she has a right to the throne and orders her men to attack, which forces the player to choose between playing as Emily Kaldwin or her father Corvo Attano. Now, the player must use their supernatural skills and abilities to take down the wicked witch. This game is great for its beautiful setting and engaging story, not to mention the awesome combat system.

Choose this game if you like:

Playing with believable and highly skilled assassins
Advanced supernatural powers
Exploring a vast and creative world

Fun factor score: 85/100

3. Hitman 3

Released in 2021 (PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, Google Stadia)

Hitman 3 is a game I feel I could go on forever about. It’s the latest addition to the Hitman franchise and the epic ending to the “World of Assassination” trilogy. I just adore this game and the franchise as a whole.

Hitman 3 is the culmination of a 20 year-long franchise that has more or less soared since the first installment back in 2000. Hitman 3 is one of the best assassin games out there, with a great story of assassins and deception, many characters to meet, and a true sandbox experience. You can be creative with this game, and more so than ever with advanced graphics and gameplay. I don’t think there’s such a free assassin experience out there like Hitman 3.

Choose this game if you like:

Travelling the world by visiting a variety of real-world cities
Become a master assassin by placing yourself in the shoes of Agent 47
Playing through a true sandbox experience

Fun factor score: 90/100

2. Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag

Released in 2013 (PC, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Wii U, Google Stadia)

Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag is regarded as one of the best Assassin’s Creed games of all time, and I can wholeheartedly say that I agree. With believable characters, an amazing world, and an ever-fun ship to steer, Black Flag is one of the best assassin games out there.

You play as a pirate turned assassin named Edward Kenway as he traverses the Caribbean. You can visit many places in this game, mostly through the use of the new ship navigation and combat system. The story centers around Kenway as he is caught in the middle of the eternal struggle between assassins and templars, sprouting into an epic and emotional conflict. Black Flag has a great combat system and is all around an amazing game.

Choose this game if you like:

Becoming a charismatic pirate assassin
Exploring a beautiful open world
Playing through a realistic pirate storyline

Fun factor score: 95/100

1. Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

Released in 2019 (PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Stadia)

I can go on about how great I think this game is, but I don’t think Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice needs much of an introduction. It was titled IGN’s “best action game” of 2019 and for great reason, because Sekiro is an amazing game with many premises that feel very familiar yet new and inspired.

In Sekiro, you play as Wolf, a Shinobi traveling through a world of monstrous creatures and demons. The story is dark and touching, as Wolf travels to find the samurai clan that once kidnapped him, yet the combat system is what this game is known for. You must be strategic but also know how to act on your feet, with a challenging lock-on system. And the bosses are interesting and well designed, confronting the player with an unforgettable fight.

Choose this game if you like:

An amazing and new combat system
Battling a variety of monsters and demons
Engaging in challenging fights

Fun factor score: 100/100

There are a lot of great assassin games out there to choose from. There are a lot more that cannot be found on the PlayStation 4, but I don’t think you can get much better than the games listed here.

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[Top 15] Best Assassin Games (Ranked Fun to Most Fun)

Aaronnluke — Sat, 11 Feb 2023 23:52:37 +0000

Assassin games are some of the most beloved video games out there. Most offer a good mix of stealth, puzzles, and high stakes action. It’s so rewarding to sneak your way past enemies to infiltrate bases or even go all out and take out everyone at your disposal.

I have always had a special place in my heart for assassin games. I grew up playing shooting and puzzle games and have found much joy in franchises like Hitman and Assassin’s Creed, so I have always enjoyed this genre. And there are a lot of good titles to be found, because honestly, with a good base it’s hard to truly screw up this type of game.

Here is a list of some of the best assassin games we could find. There may be better out there, but there could also be worse out there. But if you’re truly a fan of this genre like I am, I think you will find joy in the games on this list.

15. Alekhine’s Gun

Released in 2016 (PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One)

Alekhine’s Gun offers a premise very similar to Hitman. You play as Semyon Strogov, a former KGB officer turned CIA agent set during the Cold War. You are given a target at the beginning of each mission and must explore the huge map at your disposal, listening to clues and putting on new disguises to get close to your target. The interesting thing is not only that this game centers around historical events of the 1960s but takes you back in time through flashbacks.

Alekhine’s Gun isn’t a bad game by any means.. This game has an interesting premise but is bogged down by uncomfortable controls, terrible AI, and too many bugs to list. The maps are fun to explore but are too big for their own good, so there’s not enough detail to go around. Alekhine’s Gun is a fun game, but with this much going against it, it doesn’t hold its own compared to the other games on this list.

Choose this game if you like:

Moving freely though open world, non-linear levels.
Playing through historical accurate missions.
Becoming a master of stealth by picking locks, putting on disguises, and use specialized weapons.

14. London Ripper

Released in 2022 (PC)

London Ripper is a new game that you might think doesn’t fit in with the rest of the games on this list, but who says you have to be the assassin to enjoy an assassin game? In London Ripper, you play as Carolyn, a night girl in the cold and dark London. She is quitting her job because she has finally found a husband but must complete this last night because she needs enough money to rent a hotel room. She takes a different approach by traveling to different hotels and brothels to service guests, but she must steer clear of the London Ripper, a murderer (inspired by the real Jack the Ripper) loose in the streets who targets women just like herself.

London Ripper is definitely a fun concept, but I can’t say it’s all that original. It’s an indie psychological survival horror with a nice setting in the popular PSx style, so it’s definitely unlike the other games on this list. But being different isn’t always better. The game tries to be spooky and atmospheric, but it ends up just being too dark to see what’s going on, and the story, though interesting, isn’t anything we haven’t seen before.

Choose this game if you like:

An interesting and mysterious game style.
Psychological horror games that will keep you up at night.
A short and sweet story.

13. Aragami 2

Released in 2021 (PC, PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One and Xbox Series S)

Aragami 2 is a fun game with a premise as iconic as a fork and an electrical socket. It’s set 100 years after the first game and follows the same premise of ninja assassins, just now they’re trying to save their village from invading armies.

Aragami 2 follows a recognized and beloved premise of a ninja assassin who must hide in the shadows to take out your target in beautiful, Japanese-styled maps. The gameplay is fun with a mix of sword and supernatural combat, and though I said assassin games and ninjas are as iconic as a fork and an electrical socket, you have to know what you’re doing or else you’ll get shocked. The missions get repetitive, combat can be annoying, and there’s a few glitches to be found. The game is still fun, but it doesn’t try anything we haven’t seen before.

Choose this game if you like:

Games with single player and co-op options.
Fast paced action and stealth sequences.
The ability to customize your abilities and experience.

12. Sniper: Ghost Warrior Contracts

Released in 2019 (PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One)

Sniper: Ghost Warrior Contracts is another fun game with a premise similar to Hitman and Alekhine’s Gun. You play as a sniper in countries like Siberia and Russia where you must take out certain elites and CEOs. At the beginning of each mission, you are given a briefing of your target, giving backstory and motives. You then must run around the map and find the best vantage point and sometimes retrieve packages and hack computers.

Sniper is fun because, unlike most sniper games, you have to run around the map to find the right angles and sometimes get too close for comfort. But that leads to a lot of interesting gameplay moments and at times high stakes. Though, you will still run into your occasional slow mission that can be boring. Sniper encourages methodical gameplay and makes the player think through their environment.

Choose this game if you like:

A realistic and highly engaging sniper experience.
Contracts you can go back and replay in a different way.
Playing with gadgets such as drones and gas grenades.

11. Assassin’s Creed: Rogue

Released in 2014 (PC, PlayStation 3 and 4, Xbox 360 and Xbox One, Nintendo Switch)

Assassin’s Creed: Rogue is the seventh installment of the AC franchise and follows the same premise of an Abstergo employee reliving the life of an assassin from history. As an Assassin’s Creed game, Rogue is undoubtedly fun and interesting, but whether that makes it better than the other games on this list is another question entirely.

Rogue follows the story of Shay Patrick Cormac, an assassin who becomes a templar after being burned by the Brotherhood and now helps hunt them down. Rogue offers the same mechanics of every AC game before it, which gives it great gameplay and world-building, but just doesn’t offer anything new, meaning it seems bland in comparison with the rest of the franchise. Its story is interesting but is at times poorly written, meaning big moments don’t leave the intended punch. Also, Shay is a walking anti-hero cliché, and the entire game feels like a Black Flag sequel, though it doesn't live up to that idea.

Choose this game if you like:

Becoming an assassin hunter.
Manning and fighting from sea-faring ships.
Open and diverse worlds to explore.

10. Partisans 1941

Released in 2020 (PC)

Partisans 1941 is such an interesting game, following a similar assassin premise but much more historical and story driven. In Partisans 1941, you play as a Red-Army commander who leads a resistance team fighting against the Nazi threat growing into Russia during WWII. This beautiful game is heavily story driven, with each character in the large cast coming equipped with their own background, story, and voice actor. Each of these players also comes with their own abilities, strengths,and weaknesses which come in handy when building the perfect team.

Partisans is great because you can go into the mission and try to destroy the Nazi threat stealthily or gun-slinging. The game promotes hiding in the shadows or bushes, but you don’t have to play it that way. The game takes a top-down, real time strategy approach which sets it apart from the other games. Maps reward exploration and leveling up, but I must admit that the AI is quite dumb. However, this game is incredibly well written and even more fun.

Choose this game if you like:

A different approach to tactical stealth.
Customizing your own resistance squad.
Experiencing WWII from a different perspective.

9. Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun

Released in 2017 (PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Linux, Amazon Luna)

Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun takes the known stealth approach but spins it on its head, taking place in the historical, futile Japan. The game presents itself as more of an RPG, or a board game, making it somewhat similar to Partisans 1941.

In Shadow Tactics, you must go through Japanese-styled campaigns to take out guards and targets using a variety of characters who all have different specialties, such as a samurai and a thief. This means you can really customize your experience and build your team however you would like to. Gameplay can be a little infuriating at times with weird difficulty spikes and jerky camera movements, but it has an emotionally touching story and amazing cast of characters.

Choose this game if you like:

Playing with your own cast of playable characters.
Playing the game at the difficulty you desire.
Exploring ancient Japanese environments.

8. Intravenous

Released in 2021 (PC)

Intravenous is another indie game, but unlike London Ripper, it has a lot less flaws and is better crafted. It has themes akin to Hitman but takes more of a John Wick approach.

In Intravenous, you play as Steve Robbins, an average man whose brother was killed by a gang mugging gone wrong. After that, he turns to a life of vigilante justice, taking an anti-hero role in his life as he hunts down the gang that killed his brother. I like Intravenous’ 90s-inspired style and gameplay, which gives the player the option of stealth or full-on assault. Either option works great, and both pose a challenge with the game’s great AI. It also has an interesting story and well-rounded cast of characters. There’s not much negative to be said about this game.

Choose this game if you like:

Odes to the stealth games of the past.
Stealth mixed with fast-paced action.
Dark and emotional stories.

7. Assassin’s Creed: Unity

Released in 2014 (PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One)

Coming in with another Assassin’s Creed game, Assassin’s Creed: Unity has everything we love from Rogue but is a great step up. In this one, you play as Arno, one of the better AC leads, in Paris during the French Revolution.

Unity takes a smaller approach when it comes to the story and the cast of characters. The story is emotional and dark, focusing on Arno and his love interest and then leading to a murder mystery. There aren’t too many supporting characters, which seems nice at first but later on you’re left wishing for more. The map is incredibly well built with great attention to detail that implores exploration, like all AC games. Unity takes a leap in trying to be a more intimate AC experience, which works, but with a map as beautiful and grandiose as it has, it almost needs a few more familiar faces to make it feel alive.

Choose this game if you like:

Customizing your experience.
A diverse world to explore.
A small, intimate story.

6. Dishonored 2

Released in 2016 (PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One)

Dishonored 2 is such a fun and interesting game that I think anyone could enjoy. It offers a premise full of familiarity and original experiences. The game starts at a remembrance ceremony 15 years after the first game in honor of the late empress, the mother of Emily Kaldwin. Soon after, a witch named Delilah Copperspoon appears and claims to have a right to the throne, sending her men to attack when she doesn’t get her way. The player must then choose to either play as either Emily or her father, Corvo Attano, to take down Delilah.

Both characters offer their own playstyle and special abilities, sharing a few common ones, though the story plays out the same regardless. Each level is non-linear, meaning you can go into it trying to sneakily eliminate your targets like a hitman or fully auto. The game is beautiful too, taking place in the fictional city of Karnaca, inspired by southern Europe. Dishonored 2 is an amazing game that the player can truly get lost in.

Choose this game if you like:

Exploring a diverse and creative world.
Supernatural assassin combat.
Choosing between two different assassin characters.

5. Hitman 2016

Released in 2016 (PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Linux)

Hitman 2016 is a game I have close to my heart. It’s one of the last games in the Hitman franchise and sticks to familiar, stealth and assassin roots while offering something new.

This game is what I think the definition of an assassin game is. You play as Agent 47, an engineered hitman working for ICA who must go out and take care of your given target by any means necessary. You can truly be creative with this game, with the ability to go at it from any approach, as long as you take out your target. It has some beautiful maps and settings and many interesting stories caught inside its own story that doesn’t end until two games later. Hitman is simply a blast and one of the best assassin games out there.

Choose this game if you like:

Becoming a master assassin/hitman
Completing the missions however you see fit.
Travel to and explore many diverse locations, such as Italy and Japan.

4. Assassin’s Creed: Syndicate

Released in 2015 (PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Stadia, Luna)

I don’t think I have to explain why being an Assassin’s Creed game makes Assassin’s Creed: Syndicate such a great game. However, Syndicate takes a different approach to AC with having two main characters to play as, which are twin assassins Jacob and Evie, who each have different goals and offer a fresh sibling rivalry dynamic.

Set in Victorian London, Jacob is focused on freedom and liberating his city and often takes a seat at the wheel during story-driven missions, while Evie is more focused on exploring tombs and becoming a good assassin. The map is well-designed, though it does take some time to get used to, as it takes some time to appreciate. The story is enjoyable and is a fresh deviation from basic Ac stories, though its combat can feel a little competitive. There is no perfect assassin game, but Syndicate never tries to be perfect, and that’s what makes it so good.

Choose this game if you like:

Building your own army in London’s shadows.
Fun and fresh sibling dynamics.
Engage in combat with a new arsenal of weapons, such as brass knuckles and a rope launcher.

3. Deathloop

Released in 2022 (PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S)

Deathloop is a fun and refreshing take on the assassin genre, offering a game unlike any on this list. You play as Colt, a man who is doomed to repeat the day over again until he can take out 8 targets, called Visionaries, in one day. You must use clues and insight to figure out how to achieve such a task, because if you don’t, you have to live it all over again.

You are stuck on the cold, mundane island of Blackreef which is brought to life through outfits and technology inspired by the styles of the 1960s, offering some wacky contrast. Deathloop is a very original game, exploring many ideas to bring a truly unique experience. It has a unique style and lots of fun and interesting ways to cause mayhem. You will have to repeat the day a few times before you can actually complete the game, but that’s where the fun lies.

Choose this game if you like:

Exploring beautiful and interesting worlds.
Fun and wacky gameplay
Single and multiplayer experiences.

2. Hitman: Blood Money

Released in 2006 (PC, PlayStation 2 and 4, Xbox, Xbox 360, and Xbox One)

It may not come as a surprise that a Hitman game has made its way near the top of this list, but Hitman: Blood Money is often regarded as the best game in the Hitman franchise and, in my opinion, still one of the best assassin games out there. Though this game is considerably older than the others on this list, that should just go to show how amazing and timeless this title is.

Blood Money follows the story of an FBI agent as they narrate the life of Agent 47 to a journalist, going into so much detail that the player actually gets to live through the missions being described. These are the “roots” I was talking about in the Hitman 2016 entry. Each level is incredibly well built and offers a dark tone, leaving the player to take out each target in the way they see fit. Blood Money has realistic mechanics and multiple animations for every assassination, offering a true sandbox experience one can’t grow tired of. The only reason this game isn’t #1 is because it’s age has started to show, and this next title is just amazing in every way.

Choose this game if you like:

A new “Blood Money” system, allowing the player to make bribes and weapon customizations.
A strong, dark story narrative.
Completing the mission however you want to.

1. Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

Released in 2019 (PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Stadia)

Coming in with what I believe to be one of the best assassin games out there, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is a beast of a high-stakes assassin game many Bloodborne fans will find familiar. It blends originality and well-known ideas to create something amazing that gamers haven’t seen in a long time. Though you won’t be donning disguises or doing much sneaking around, you can immerse yourself in a different type of assassin experience, which IGN labeled the Best Action Game of 2019.

You play as a shinobi named Wolf, traversing through a land of demons and monsters trying to find the samurai clan that kidnapped him. Though the story is emotional and interesting, that’s not where this game shines. Sekiro shines with its masterful lock-on combat that challenges the player. You encounter many bosses during this game, and if you die there’s the option of revival, but both options hold their own stakes that require a thought-out plan. Sekiro is an amazing assassin game that holds its own in originality and excellence, and I believe it is the best assassin game on this list.

Choose this game if you like:

Engaging in combat with a variety of different monsters and demons.
Combat worthy of IGNs “Best Action Game of 2019” award.
Exploring a beautiful and interesting map inspired by 1500s Japan.

There are a lot of good assassin games out there. It’s a genre older than both you and me, so there’s definitely a good roster to choose from. However, I believe that these 15 are some of the best out there. But who knows, tomorrow an even better assassin game might be released.

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[Top 10] Best Assassin Games for Android (Ranked Fun To Most Fun)

Aaronnluke — Sat, 11 Feb 2023 23:29:47 +0000

When people start discussing some of the best assassin games, they immediately go to PC games or whatever is trending on Steam. I must admit that yes, some of the best games can only be found on PC, but that isn’t to say that there aren’t any great games to take with you on the go. Everybody has a phone, but not everyone has the money nor equipment to play these higher-end assassin games.

There are some spectacular games anyone could pick up and play on their Android or iOS devices. Some of the names may even be recognizable, because most franchises have started to recognize the untapped potential mobile games have. Although, obviously, they are more limited, there are some true geniuses who have created mobile games that rival what’s trending on Steam. And what genre can we discuss that is more beloved than assassins?

The assassin genre has many, many games under its wing, but you don’t need a fancy PC to play some of its truly great titles. So, here are some of the best assassin games you can play on your phone.

10. Stealth Master: Assassin Ninja

Released 2022 (Android, iOS)

Starting off this list, Stealth Master: Assassin Ninja is a wonderfully fun game which employs the very basics of assassin stealth games. It follows the popular, colorful, blob style of game many free mobile games have. Though Stealth Master is fun, it doesn’t offer anything besides something to occupy a quick minute.

You play as your typical assassin, infiltrating bases and offices to eliminate guards and your contracted target. While avoiding gazes, you must sneak behind your target and take them out with a katana or the weapon of your choosing. While this premise is fine, after a few levels you will find you are simply doing the same thing over and over again. And with no defined characters, bland graphics, and a mountain of ads, Stealth Master is just another forgettable game you will see advertised on Instagram.

Choose this game if you like:

Taking contracts and eliminating different gangsters, bosses, and executives.
Playing with a myriad of different weapons.
Mastering stealth by dodging guards, flashlights, and cameras.

Fun factor score: 45/100

9. Hunter Assassin 2

Released in 2021 (Android, iOS)

Hunter Assassin is another fun game with a simple premise that is easy to master. It employs much of what assassin fans would want and find original. It’s a big step up from its original title, but you can’t always outrun your past.

As an assassin, your mission is to eliminate enemy guards in puzzle-like maps and even engage in exciting boss fights. You collect gold coins and gems which can be used to upgrade weapons, buy new ones, and even unlock different playable characters. The game also has a fun and bright art style but suffers the same fate as Stealth Master: Assassin Ninja. There are too many ads to count, and levels get super repetitive. However, it’s still better than the first one.

Choose this game if you like:

Eliminating mercenaries and hardened criminals.
Making quick, strategic decisions.
Becoming a master assassin.

Fun factor score: 50/100

8. Assassin’s Creed: Rebellion

Released in 2018 (Android, iOS)

Assassin’s Creed: Rebellion is one of Ubisoft’s attempts at making Assassin’s Creed mobile. There is much to love about Rebellion, and though it pains me to place an AC game so far down on this list, I can’t deny how the game is basically just fan service.

The story is pretty on the nose, as the game describes itself as a mobile Animus device, allowing players to experience the lives of different, well-known assassins and templars. Rebellion has an adorable chibi style which is great for its mobile setting and works as an RPG, with the player having the ability to build their own team of famous characters from the AC franchise. Though it doesn’t suffer from a barrage of ads, it does get repetitive, and it’s very much suited for AC fans, so casual players may not even know who they’re playing as.

Choose this game if you like:

Creating your own Assassin’s Creed brotherhood.
Infiltrating bases and eliminating templars.
Reliving iconic Assassin’s Creed maps and moments.

Fun factor score: 55/100

7. PUBG: Mobile

Released in 2018 (Android, iOS)

PUBG: Mobile is, as the name suggests, the mobile version of the uber-popular Player Unknown’s Battlegrounds. Well, it used to be uber-popular. PUBG is still a fun game, but today the name is like a whisper in the wind.

In PUBG, you drop into an open-world map with 99 other players, picking up items and weapons found on the ground attempting to be the last player remaining. It has a captivating premise that started the whole battle royale craze a few years ago. The graphics in PUBG are great, and the game has always been fun as you must kill other players to be the last alive. However, there just isn’t any buzz around the game anymore, and what I meant by describing it as a “whisper in the wind” was that it just isn’t heard of anymore.

Choose this game if you like:

Battle Royale settings where it is up to you to survive.
Fighting against a map full of different enemy players.
Exploring a beautiful, open world map.

Fun factor score: 60/100

6. Bright Paw

Released in 2020 (Android, iOS, PC, Nintendo Switch)

Bright Paw is a highly enjoyable game much different from the other games on this list. It’s the first paid game on this list, and though it pains me to put it this low, it just barely misses what makes these other games great.

You play as Theo, a house cat who finds his family murdered in their bedroom. You now must uncover the truth and avenge your family doing so as the family cat. This premise is very original, and though you’re not playing as an assassin, it’s a theme very prevalent in this story. Each level is small but arranged almost like a chess board where each moment counts. Though the story of Bright Paw is great, it can get a little repetitive after a while.

Choose this game if you like:

Complex storylines that will keep you on your toes.
Beautiful graphics and an even better soundtrack.
Simple controls that are easy to master.

Fun factor score: 63/100

5. Sniper 3D: Gun Shooting Game

Released in 2014 (Android, iOS)

Sniper 3D: Gun Shooting Game is one of the best sniper games I have ever played. It has a premise similar to every other sniper game in its genre, but what sets it apart is its masterful execution. Though this game is only number 5 on this list, every game from here on is nothing short of great.

In Sniper 3D, you play as a sniper and must go on various missions and take out a variety of different targets. Each mission has its own interesting premise and objective, making them all interesting, and the player has the ability to unlock and upgrade different weapons, meaning they can customize their play style. It’s shocking that Sniper 3D is a free game. It’s already somewhat popular, or it was a few years ago, and for very good reason.

Choose this game if you like:

Engaging in realistic sniper gameplay.
Building your own arsenal of advanced weapons.
Becoming the hero by saving hostages and defeating hardened criminals.

Fun factor score: 65/100

4. Hitman: Sniper

Released in 2015 (Android, iOS)

Hitman: Sniper was IOIs first attempt at making the Hitman franchise into a mobile game. It has the core basics of why people love the Hitman franchise, just with a twist. It’s mainly a sniper game, but it’s above Sniper 3D for its cohesive story and characters,

You play as Agent 47, a genetically engineered assassin who takes contracts for the ICA. You follow the orders from the trusted Diana Burnwood and have the liberty to take out your target in whatever way you want. Though, obviously, there isn’t as much creativity as with the mainstream games, it’s amazing to see what has been accomplished in a mobile game. Hitman: Sniper is a hit, though not the best Hitman game on this list.

Choose this game if you like:

Playing with tactical sniper gameplay.
Continuing the Hitman storyline and playing with familiar characters.
Engaging in a variety of sandbox missions and contracts.

Fun factor score: 68/100

3. Inotia 4

Released in 2012 (Android, iOS)

Inotia 4 is a game that took me by surprise. I had never heard of that game or any in the franchise, but when I started researching for this list and downloaded Inotia to play it, I found a lot of joy in something I assumed was going to be mundane. It has something about it I find very nostalgic yet refreshing at the same time.

In Inotia 4, you play as Kiyan, an assassin working for the Shadow tribe and, after being tasked with assassinating Grafton, is thrust into an overarching story of assassination and heroism. When you first boot up the game, you’re given the option of choosing between six class types, such as warrior and priest, which alter gameplay drastically. Also, the graphics remind me of something you would find on a Gameboy, which is a stylistic choice I love. With a great story, great combat, and much assassination, Inotia 4 is a hidden gem.

Choose this game if you like:

Customizing your gameplay with the choice of six different classes.
Engaging and emotional storylines.
Exploring beautiful and fantastical world settings.

Fun factor score: 70/100

2. République

Released in 2016 (Android, iOS, PC, PlayStation 4, Oculus, Nintendo Switch)

République is another game that caught me by surprise, because I had never heard of it, but I was delighted by its existence. It’s very different from the games on this list yet I feel it sits very nicely near the front spot.

In République, you play as a set of eyes that a prisoner named Hope pleads to for help. Hope is stuck in an elusive, totalitarian facility called République, and you must look through different electronics and help guide her to her escape. I love how you never directly control Hope but more give her advice which she soon follows. It has a very interesting premise, and though not a super traditional assassin game, the aspects of sneaking around and taking out guards are very familiar.

Choose this game if you like:

Completing various engaging puzzles and stealth missions.
Interesting storylines with well-developed characters
Engaging in masterful stealth action gameplay.

Fun factor score: 75/100

1. Hitman: GO

Released in 2014 (Android, iOS)

To no one’s surprise, Hitman: GO snuck its way to the top of this list. I believe it is not only Hitman’s best attempt at a mobile game but one of the best assassin games for mobile devices. It’s so original and different yet has a masterful execution with everything.

GO is played almost exactly the same as a traditional Hitman level, just reduced to a smaller scale and presents itself almost like a board game. You move around in a grid similarly to Bright Paw, and every move counts as you grow closer to targets and don new disguises. It’s amazing how much was done in such a small capacity. I could go on and on about how great this game is, but I truly believe it is something you just need to try for yourself.

Choose this game if you like:

Challenging puzzles and challenges.
Playing with familiar Hitman characters.
Beautiful maps and environments with many secrets to behold.

Fun factor score: 80/100

There are some truly great assassin games out there that, 1) don’t cost that much and, 2) can be played just on your phone. You don’t always need some crazy setup to have a good gaming experience, and I believe these games are just what any assassin fan would need.

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[Top 15] Best Assassin Games (Ranked Fun To Most Fun)

benji — Sun, 04 Sep 2022 21:37:38 +0000

Are you tired of being shamed for sneaking around dressed like a ninja?

Here at GamersDecide.com, we listed the most fun assassins games available in 2022 and ranked them. From freerunning across a medieval battlefield in Assassin’s Creed to trotting the globe as Agent 47 in Hitman, here are our top fifteen choices:

15. Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory (2005)

Mobile, N-Gage, Windows, PlayStation 2, Xbox, Gamecube, Nintendo DS/3DS, PlayStation 3

Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Chaos Theory Xbox Trailer

Is there a polite way to say "old as dirt"?

Our first entry, Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory, is the third game in the Splinter Cell series. It follows Agent Sam Fisher as he completes covert missions on behalf of the NSA’s top secret “Third-Echelon” branch.

Is this game playable in 2022?

I’ll answer your question with a question: do you still have your old PS3?
In all seriousness, this is a stellar game, and those of us who have the good sense to game on a computer rather than a console (I do not fall into this category) can still play it on Windows.

14. Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag (2013)

Windows, Xbox 360, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, OS X, Nintendo Switch, Wii U, Stadia

Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag: World Premiere | Trailer | Ubisoft [NA]

Is it just me, or are there not enough good pirate games in circulation?

Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag follows privateer turned pirate Edward Kenway on his adventures across the Caribbean sea.

The first Assassin’s Creed game to feature an open world, Black Flag, is an impressive immersion experience, especially considering it is almost ten years old! Do yourself a favor if you haven’t already, and check out this game.

13. Dishonored: Death of the Outsider (2017)

Windows, Xbox One, PlayStation 4

Dishonored: Death of the Outsider – Official E3 Announce Trailer

A standalone expansion of Dishonored: 2, Dishonored: Death of the Outsider is a sort of short sequel. We see Billie Lurk reunited with her mentor, Daud, as they team up to take down the elusive “outsider.”

Rosario Dawson and Michael Madsen shine brightly in their roles as Lurk and Daud, and fans of the series will find that the short game is worth playing.

12. Hitman (2016)

Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Linux, macOS

HITMAN - The Complete First Season Trailer

Worth it just for the views.

In the sixth Hitman game, we get introduced to one of the gaming’s most coveted assassins: Agent 47. The game follows the genetically engineered killer across the globe as he takes down new targets.
The first of the new World of Assassination trilogy, this is a game worth playing in 2022. Featuring interesting storylines against exotic backdrops, it’s an easy entry onto our list.

11. Assassin’s Creed III (2012)

Windows, Xbox 360, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, OS X, Nintendo Switch, Wii U, Stadia

Assassin's Creed 3 - E3 Official Trailer [UK]

In Assassin’s Creed III, you play as the half-Native American assassin Connor during the American revolutionary war.

With a legacy of the Mohawk tribe, the Assassin Brotherhood, and the rival Templars in his blood, we don’t often see characters with backstories as rich as Connor’s within the Assassin’s Creed franchise. As usual, Assassin’s Creed caters to history nerds, and this game is no exception

10. Aragami (2016)

PS4 Linux, Windows, OS X, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Amazon Luna

Aragami - Out of the Shadows Announcement Trailer |

Do you feel like playing as a monster summoned by a young girl to do her murderous bidding?

If you answered yes, then Aragami is the game for you.

Borrowing many tropes from Japanese folklore, playing Aragami is excellent for getting your ninja fix. Aragami is undoubtedly an enjoyable experience for weebs and non-weebs alike.

9. Assassin’s Creed: Rogue (2014)

Windows, Xbox 360, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, OS X, Nintendo Switch, Stadia

Assassin’s Creed Rogue: Launch Trailer | Ubisoft [NA]

Who doesn't want to go rogue from time to time?

Set during the French-Indian war in the mid-eighteenth century, Assassin’s Creed: Rogue is not your typical Assassin’s Creed experience.

Rogue is a departure from the rest of the franchise, as you play as a traitor to the brotherhood: Shay Patrick Cormac, who allies himself with the notorious Templars. Though a bit older than some of the games on this list, Rogue is a must-play for those who’ve enjoyed other titles in the Assassin’s Creed franchise.

8. Assassin’s Creed: Odyssey

Windows, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Stadia, Nintendo Switch

Assassin's Creed Odyssey: E3 2018 Official World Premiere Trailer | Ubisoft [NA]

Another entry from the Assassin's Creed franchise (shocking, I know), Assassin’s Creed: Odyssey, follows Kassandra or Alexios in ancient Greece during the turbulent Peloponnesian war.
Assassin’s Creed: Odyssey isn’t the best assassin game or even Assassin’s Creed game, but it’s a fantastic experience to play. You can get lost in the beautiful, expansive map or take a deep dive into the franchise’s lore.

7. Hitman 3 (2021)

Windows, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Stadia, Xbox Series S/X, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch

HITMAN 3 - Announcement Trailer

The third and final installation of the World of Assassination trilogy, Hitman 3, follows Agent 47 as he seeks to take down those responsible for making him the deadly assassin he is.

Keeping with the trilogy’s reputation, Hitman 3 takes you to all sorts of beautiful and exotic destinations. While not as universally adored as Hitman 2, the game is still fun to play and serves as a nice wrap-up to the trilogy.

6. Deathloop (2021)

Windows, PlayStation 5

DEATHLOOP – Official Story Trailer: Down the Rabbit Hole

Often compared to Dishonored, Deathloop is the next title on our list. The game follows an assassin named Colt, who is stuck in a time loop that will continue to reset if he doesn’t kill all his targets by midnight.
Unlike Dishonored, Deathloop is unique because there really isn’t a traditional plot; this hasn’t stopped many gamers from obsessing over it, though.

5. Hitman 2 (2018)

Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Stadia

HITMAN 2 Announce Trailer

Continuing the storied saga of Agent 47, Hitman 2 follows our protagonist as he again traverses the globe in search of a mysterious client, all while discovering more about his foggy origins.

With beautiful graphics and a captivating tale, Hitman 2 is widely considered the favorite of the Hitman franchise. You can’t go wrong getting your fix for an assassin game here.

4. Dishonored (2012)

Windows, Xbox 360, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4

Dishonored Gameplay Trailer

Dishonored follows reluctant assassin Corvo Attano as he gets revenge on those who framed him for a murder he did not commit.

The dystopian setting and story-driven experience make for a legendary game beloved by many hardcore gamers. If you don’t mind ten-year-old graphics, you’ll have a great time getting sucked in.

3. Assassin’s Creed II (2009)

Windows, Xbox 360, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, OS X, Nintendo Switch

Assassin's Creed 2 - Launch Trailer

Perhaps an even more notorious assassin than Agent 47, Assassin’s Creed II introduces us to Ezio, whose saga takes place in renaissance-era Italy.

Although Assassin’s Creed II doesn’t contain all the frills we’re used to in 2022, the plot is stellar, and any true fan of assassin games who doesn’t know Ezio really should.

2. Ghost of Tsushima (2020)

PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5

Ghost of Tsushima - PGW 2017 Announce Trailer | PS4

Assassin’s Creed: Japan?!

No, but it sure does feel like it.

Ghost of Tsushima follows Jin Sakai, one of the last samurais left to protect his home, the island of Tsushima, from Genghis Khan’s Mongolian army.

This was nearly my number one entry. It really is a fantastic game. Fans of Assassin’s Creed will enjoy the familiar feel (I also found it similar to Red Dead Redemption 2). It is important to note, however, that this game is more than just an Assassin’s Creed ripoff. It is a fantastic story about doing what is right, regardless of preconceived notions, and the rich history of the samurai tradition in Japan.

1. Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla (2020)

Windows, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Stadia, Xbox Series S/X, PlayStation 5

Assassin’s Creed Valhalla: Cinematic World Premiere Trailer | Ubisoft [NA]

Vikings aren't your typical assassin, but they're still pretty cool

The most recent entry in the Assassin’s Creed series, Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla, follows Eivor as he conquers the kingdoms of England and becomes familiar with the Assassin Brotherhood.

If you are into history or Norse mythology, you’ll love playing this game. Featuring an open world that isn’t just limited to Earth, but the mythical Norse realms, Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla is gigantic.

This can be a bit much for some, but it’s a great game to get lost in, and my pick for the most fun assassin game.

A quick tip: while you can’t go wrong playing as either Eivor, the male voice actor (in my opinion) brings the role to life, making for an even better experience.

The assassin games niche has spawned many enjoyable titles and a few genuinely legendary games. You can’t go wrong with any on this list, so get to playing!

10 Deadly Assassins From Video Games

Guppmeister — Fri, 08 May 2015 16:02:14 +0000

10 Deadly Assassins From Video Games

Stealth based games can be incredibly rewarding. Remaining hidden while disposing of your targets requires great skill and practice, but these 10 video game characters certainly seem to have it down. Of course, you could always choose to take a gun’s blazing full frontal attack style approach in these games, but that wouldn’t be any fun now would it? Here we go, the top 10 deadly characters from assassin games:

10. Sub-Zero

SubZero looks cooler than ever in Mortal Kombat X.

Sub-Zero is one of the most iconic characters for the Mortal Kombat series. The character is played by two brothers, the younger who takes up the role after the older dies. They serve as a hitman for the Lin Kuei clan and have been ordered to kill the host Shang Tsung. When the older brother fails the younger steps up and takes his place.

Sub-Zero’s mastery over the frozen element makes him a powerful foe to be reckoned with. He can swirl ice around and shape it into sharp spears. He can freeze you to the ground where you walk and dismember your body. However, the reason he isn’t any higher up on this list is due to the fact that he always fights his opponents face to face in a ring. Assassins don’t duel someone until their health bar is depleted. It seems to work for this guy though.

9. Travis Touchdown

Travis Touchdown already looks like a guy you wouldn't like.

The No More Heroes series follows Travis Touchdown as he decides to become an assassin and climb the ranks of the UAA (United Assassin Association). Travis was a normal Otaku before he decided to go into the business of killing. That meant that he was deeply addicted to video games, manga, anime, and wrestling. The turning point for Travis was when he realized that he could no longer afford new video games, so he accepted a hitman job for cash.

What makes Travis so dangerous isn’t the ridiculous beam like light-saber weapon he bought online, but the fact that he simply doesn’t care. Travis just wants to chill and play video games and watch wrestling, nothing else matters. Your life doesn’t matter. This is what makes him so deadly, being apathetic to the value of human life.

8. Dark Brotherhood

The creepiest assassin group in any game!

The Dark Brotherhood is an organization of assassins found in Skyrim. They hide in the shadow and kill their targets with skill and precision. Subtlety is key and remaining unnoticed is vital, unless you’re the Dragonborn of course.

After joining the Dark Brotherhood you will get consistant jobs to go out and kill the organizations targets. Since you are so ridiculously powerful and can shout with the power of dragons, you don’t have to follow the directives. Instead of killing the target, how about wiping the entire village off the map? The Dragonborn is really one of only few video game assassins that can charge in head first and kill everyone and get away with it.

7. HK-47

This robot proves that AI can always do better what humans can't.

You purchase this bloodthirsty droid on Tatooine in Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic. This droid is unlike all other droids in so many ways. For starters, he refers to all organic life forms as “meatbags,” which can get old pretty quick since it is often aimed as a derogatory remark towards you. HK 47 was used as hitman robot before you bought him. He probably has more blood on his metal hands then you can imagine. To be fair though, it seems as if the droid was only used to assassinate targets that posed a threat to the galaxy. Although, who made those judgement calls we can’t say.

6. Nina Williams

Nina fighting in her camo outfit in Tekken Tag.

Nina takes the trophy for the sexiest assassin on this list. She has appeared in all Tekken games in the franchise and is well known by the fighting game community. While she shares the same problem that Sub-Zero does in that she always fights her targets in a controlled environment face to face, her good looks and great back story put her higher up on the list.

Nina was taken by an underground force as a child and shaped into a perfect assassin. She is cold and indifferent towards all others except her sister Anna, who is constantly trying to reach out to her. Throughout the Tekken games she is often hired to eliminate other characters such as Heihachi, Kazuya, and Steve Fox, but her real intentions often revolve around settling a grudge between her and her sister.

Nina’s fighting style is fast and powerful. She often fights in high heels, which doesn’t make much sense to be honest, but it makes for some brutal kick attacks. Her chain grabs and throws are difficult to execute , but a skilled Nina player could beat almost anyone.

5. Phantom Assassin

Don't let the girlish appearance fool you!

The Sisters of the Veil is a radical coven that takes children that have been chosen away and trains them in the lethal arts of assassination. Not much is known about this group other than that they receive their targets through divine guidance. The assassins in the coven are not known by name or number, except for Mortred. She speaks her name when no one is near enough to hear it, perhaps as a reminder of who she once was.

Mortred: The Phantom Assassin is one of the DOTA 2’s heaviest melee carry heroes. While she is incredibly farm dependent, she can last hit with her stifling dagger ability. This eliminates a huge weakness and allows her to itemize differently than other carries. What truly makes her shine though is her ultimate which is the hardest crit strike ability in the game.

4. Corvo

Corvo's motives are honest, but he is a brutal killer.

Corvo from the Dishonored franchise is the embodiment of the American dream; The idea that if you work hard you can achieve anything you want. Growing up without a father, Corvo lived on the streets. He fought a lot as a child until his big break came in winning a fencing competition at 16. Following that, through hard work and dedication, Corvo became one of the Royal Protectors. All was well and Corvo was finally happy, until he was framed for the empress’s murder and thrown into prison that is.

After his escape from Coldridge prison Corvo becomes a cold blooded killer intent on clearing his name and getting revenge. His lethal skills are widely known and you can overhear guards and civilians talking about how awesome you are in the game. Corvo is one of the best killers in all current assassin games on the market.

3. Zed

Zed is a free elo machine.

Assassin is the name of the game in the current League of Legends meta, and Zed has found his niche in killing noobs. He is currently one of the strongest mid-laners in the game and is very difficult to play against. His high mobility coupled with his insane damage output makes him really strong and popular, especially in lower elo matches.

Zed is the product of an overzealous ninja student seeking out a dark forbidden art. He was strictly prohibited from doing so, but he disobeyed and left his monastery. Later he came back and killed his master and fought his old friend and rival Shen in battle. In layman’s terms, Zed is kind of a douche.

2. Agent 47

Agent 47 finally getting his weapons back.

The legendary hitman from the Hitman series is usually one of the first characters we think about when we discuss video game assassins. He was engineered and created to be an assassin. As a result he has a pretty dark childhood and not a lot of feelings. Although in the latest installment Hitman: Absolution, we get to see a new side of him.

Agent 47 is the assassins name because the bar code on the back of his head ends with 47. He works for the Agency in eliminating high profile targets. You can choose to follow the game rules and sneak around and only killing who you have to, or you could pick up a shotgun and mow down everyone until there are no witnesses left. Either way works.

1. Ezio

He comes from a long line of Assassins.

The number 1 spot on our list goes to the video game protagonist from the Assassins Creed games, Ezio. The Florentine nobleman was totally unaware of his family’s involvement with the assassin brotherhood until he observed his family get hanged. That kind of stuff does things to a man. As a result Ezio donned the iconic white robe, put the famous wrist blades on, and proceeded to seek revenge against the Templar Order.

Ezio has the uncanny ability to blend in almost anywhere. No one can detect him or see him coming before it is too late. Some of his other awesome skills involve falling from great heights into bales of hay, and intimidating thugs for information. While Ezio has the perfect arsenal of abilities for executing his targets silently, he could also just kill everyone in sight. No one can notice if there is no one to notice right?

What assassin games are your favorites? Let us know in the comments below!

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