One of cinema’s most calculating villains is stepping back into the spotlight—this time as a target. Mads Mikkelsen reprises his role as Le Chiffre, the icy-eyed antagonist from Casino Royale, in a new Elusive Target mission for HITMAN World of Assassination.
Unveiled during Summer Game Fest 2025, the mission, titled The Banker, sends Agent 47 to the opulent Casino Monarchique in Paris, where Le Chiffre has organized a high-stakes poker game to recoup devastating financial losses. The mission is now live and available through July 6, 2025.
A Killer Collaboration
“Le Chiffre is a character I have always enjoyed—he’s calculating, cold, and ruthless,” said Mikkelsen. “Bringing him into the world of HITMAN makes for a thrilling collaboration. Players can expect mind games, high stakes, and twists that only this character could orchestrate.”
IO Interactive’s CEO Hakan Abrak added, “We are beyond thrilled to welcome Mads Mikkelsen to HITMAN World of Assassination. Players are really going to enjoy this new mission, which also teases what’s to come in our upcoming James Bond game, 007: First Light.”
The Banker: Available Now
Whether you’re a veteran assassin or a newcomer checking out the Free Starter Pack, you can take on Le Chiffre until July 6. The mission will also reward players signed up with an IOI Account with an exclusive Casino Suit that will carry over into 007: First Light, IOI’s original Bond game launching in 2026.
The Banker Pack DLC – $4.99
For those looking to make the experience permanent, The Banker Pack DLC is available today across all platforms and includes:
- Permanent Access to the Monarchique
- The Banker King of Cards Suit
- The Banker Silenced Pistol
- The Banker Rope
- Casino Chip (1,000,000)
- Six Freelancer Safehouse cosmetics
Season of the High-Stakes Begins
Alongside the Elusive Target, IO Interactive launched the Season of the High-Stakes, packed with:
- Three new challenges
- Four Featured Contract Packs
- Eight returning Elusive Targets
- Twitch Drops, including:
- Casino Chip (100,000)
- Purple Streak Swimwear Suit
- Purple Streak Fiber Wire
- The IOI Showcase Duck (watch IOI’s Twitch event to earn)
HITMAN World of Assassination is available now on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PS VR2, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Nintendo Switch, and Switch 2.
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