Biggest game news stories of 2017We'll soon say goodbye to 2017. The year was full of ups and downs for the video game industry. This time of year is perfect for looking back and that's what we did: from the Switch launch all the way to the scandalous loot boxes.DECEMBER 27
Hitman: Paris episode freeIo Interactive will make the Paris episode of their Hitman game completely free on 15 December. While in Paris, you'll be able to take part in IOI's free festive content, 'Holiday Hoarders’. The fun is scheduled to end on 05 January.DECEMBER 19
IO Interactive CEO confirms new 'Hitman' gameIo Interactive CEO Hakan Abrak confirmed a new Hitman game. Hitman Game of the Year Edition is now available for PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. Square Enix and IO Interactive parted ways in May 2017, and the Hitman creators continued on as an independent studio.NOVEMBER 8
IO Interactive is doing all sorts of indie things with HitmanThe studio's businesses practices have become a lot more consumer friendly after Square Enix left IO Interactive to their own devices. Two key changes just made getting on board with the new Hitman game a lot more appealing. Farewell Denuvo, hello free trial.JUNE 21
Io Interactive will retain Hitman IPIo Interactive and Square Enix have reached an agreement considering the Hitman IP. Square Enix agreed to a management buyout. Io Interactive is going back to their indie roots.JUNE 16
IO Interactive ditches episodic pricing for HitmanIO Interactive has announced that purchasing Hitman episodes individually will no longer be an option. Upcoming changes will only affect digital purchases and you still have 2 weeks if you prefer the original pricing model for some reason.JUNE 10