Hitman developer Io Interactive is now an independent studio, separate from former parent company Square Enix, and owner of the Hitman IP, company CEO Hakan Abrak said in a message today. Here is the full message from Abrak: In its 19 years of history, Io-Interactive has brought you original and exciting entertainment; from Mini Ninjas and Freedom Fighters to gaming’s most notorious criminals Kane & Lynch and of course our beloved Agent 47. With our latest game, we have not only transformed Hitman, but also moved our entire studio into the AAA digital era. Our live product has disrupted the video game business and has received recognition and praise from press, community and our fans. There are many tales of hope, dreams, hardship and joy within these walls. We have never strived for t...