The Sniper Challenge pre-order incentive for Hitman: Absolution has resonated strongly with 47's legion of fans, and the mini-game has proved incredibly popular.
In fact, the game has been so successful that IO are considering making it into a standalone experience.
Speaking to MCV, IO's Tore Blystad revealed: "People are playing it a lot. I think the No.1 player in the world has clocked in hundreds of hours so far which is completely crazy, right? We're very happy because that's the essence of Hitman; it is made to be replayed."
"We are always learning. We wanted Sniper Challenge to have a big spread of scores. And that is now in Absolution. You can always see how your friends are doing."
When asked about whether Hitman: Sniper Challenge might be made into a game in its own right, Blystad teased: "Who knows? It turned out really well. If we can find a way to make it work then I guess we will."