Oh come on! We have The Wizard and The Herbalist lined-up, but haven’t managed to get to them yet. Now we have to add The Host to the list. Time we got our act together. We have yet another Elusive Target.
IO Interactive has dropped a major cross-media crossover today: YouTube juggernaut Seán McLoughlin better known to millions of fans as Jacksepticeye is officially stepping into the crosshairs of HITMAN World of Assassination.
From October 29 through November 25, 2026, players can take on “The Host”. A brand-new, limited-time Elusive Target mission starring McLoughlin, who provides both his full physical likeness and voiceover work for the role.
Best of all? The mission is playable for free across all platforms, even for newcomers diving in via the game’s Free Demo.
Check out the official launch trailer below to see Agent 47 prepare for his latest hit:
The Mission: Target “Finnvictus”
Set in the moody coastal complex of Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand, the mission places Agent 47 in the middle of a darkly satirical content empire.
You’ll be hunting Finn Colton (a.k.a. “Finnvictus”), a deeply paranoid, hyper-controversial former children’s TV star turned ultra-wealthy streamer. Colton is notorious for exploiting his staff, but his empire crossed a dangerous line when a young creator vanished after signing one of his predatory contracts.
With strong evidence pointing to murder and Colton’s wealth shielding him from legal justice, the victim’s family hires Agent 47 to deliver a permanent end to his career.
Because Colton’s Hawke’s Bay compound is monitored 24/7 by livestreams, stealth is paramount.
To gain access, Agent 47 assumes the identity of a self-proclaimed “thought leader,” Tobias Rieper, securing a guest spot on the Finn and Friends podcast.
“I’ve been playing HITMAN with my community for years, so getting to actually step into the World of Assassination is unreal,” says McLoughlin. “Finn is loud, paranoid, and completely obsessed with content, and playing him was an absolute blast. I can’t wait to see all the creative ways you take him down, so make sure you’re recording it!”
Season of The Host: Roadmap & Live Content
Alongside the main Elusive Target mission, IO Interactive is launching a full slate of live updates and unlocks starting today.
The Host Special Assignment & Challenges: Complete five distinct in-game challenges featuring Finn Colton, including the new “Like Mist” challenge to unlock The Vampire Magician Suit.
Returning Fan Favourites: Classic Elusive Targets make their return for the season, sending Agent 47 back to Paris (The Pharmacist), Bangkok (The Warlord), and Marrakesh (The Entertainer).
Exclusive Unlocks & Drops: Players who link their IOI Account during the event will receive The Hijacker Duck, while Twitch viewers can catch streams during the event to claim the legendary Royal Purple Banana.
Expand Your Arsenal: The Host Pack DLC
For players looking to keep the content permanently, The Host Pack is now available across digital storefronts for $7.99 / €7.99 / £6.99 (arriving on Nintendo Switch platforms November 10th).
The premium pack includes:
- Permanent Access: The Collab (Arcade Contract) & The Host Assignment
- Disguises & Suits: The Thought Leader Suit with Gloves & The Persona “Suit”
- Weapons & Gear: Demon Dakota 12G shotgun, DXTR PlayFactory Controller, Creator Soundboard, and the Kwineeny Collectible
The Host
IO Interactive never fail to keep us actively engaged with HITMAN and it seems that The Host is going to be no different.
Whilst Hawke’s Bay is a smaller map, but one of our favourites because it’s so tightly-packed and dense. This is going to be a really fun one to try.
We will get to The Host with the rest of the recent Elusive Targets before the year ends. It feels like a great streaming opportunity as we get into them. For now, we’re looking forward to getting stuck in as soon as possible.
