Hitman Contracts Gamecube Here

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Hitman: Contracts was the only title in the original series not released on the Nintendo GameCube, despite its predecessor and successor arriving on the platform. The 2004 title skipped the console likely due to its short, one-year development cycle and lower sales projections compared to PlayStation 2 and Xbox. hitman contracts gamecube

Unlike SoulCalibur II (which got Link) or Splinter Cell (which got exclusive levels), the Hitman Contracts GameCube port features zero exclusive content. There are no Nintendo-themed suits (Samus armor would be hilarious but impossible). There is no "Mario 47" easter egg. Unlike SoulCalibur II (which got Link) or Splinter

The only drawback is the weapon selection wheel. On PS2 and Xbox, you used the right analog stick to scroll through weapons. On GameCube, you have to hold Y and use the D-Pad. Because the GameCube D-Pad is tiny and recessed, changing from a syringe to a sniper rifle mid-mission is clunky. The only drawback is the weapon selection wheel

was generally well-received, the GameCube's smaller install base compared to the PS2 often led third-party publishers to skip the platform for subsequent sequels if initial sales didn't meet expectations. Engine Evolution