A great sequel to an innovative game that didnt quite live up to its expectations.
Although you do have the option to kill everyone on the level, its up to you, but in order to get a Silent Assassin rating you must not shoot more than 3 shots, kill more than 2 guards, or one civilian, so if you want that rating that solidifies you as a true assassin, you will need to use stealth, knock out oppenents, take advantage of disgiuses, and much more, including maybe even killing your target with a Piano Wire, not a gun, like you would think. You could even assassinate someone with a golf club, it all depends on the situation, and for every situation you can do alot of stuff. Nothing seems scripted, or forced.
Speaking of disguises, Agent 47 is a master of disguise, despite the fact he is tall, pale, and has a bar code on his head, he can get around, and pass thru areas seen as just a guard, or bystandard...
The A.I is so so, sure they can tell suspicious behaviour, but they have a lack of commen sence, but for a game of this age, it's pretty good...
Now I will give you a rundown...
Gameplay - It can range from incredible to boring. There are many segments where it seems you are doing useless travel, and there are others that are action packed. The gameplay in this game is truely unique though.
Graphics - Looks better than PS2, and most Computer's, but the X-Box trumps this one. Still though the graphics are good.
Sound - Probably the best musical score for a game ive ever hered, besides maybe GTA San Andreas. The Producer, Composer, and Chorus that put this together own.
Value - What is it now $10? Just go get it.
Tilt - I like thease kinda games to start with...