Top 10 assassins in the world of gaming

There might be several assassins in the gaming world, but there are only a few that stick with us and we remember for a while. There are several reasons to like the character, like their method of killing, their attitude towards their job, or their gadget. Whatever it is, only the best have been picked to be part of this list.While most of the characters on this list are assassins, there are a few who have made it on the list due to their potential to be a master assassin. The assassins on this list are not only limited to playable characters, it also include some of the antagonist or supporting characters from games.Here is the list of the top 10 assassins in the world of gaming.

#10 Rikimaru (Tenchu)

While the game Tenchu has multiple playable assassin characters, Rikimaru is definitely one of the best stealth ninja assassins. Even though players like Ayame andTesshu Fujioka are present in the game, Rikimaru is our favourite as he has the skill and the looks of a brilliant assassin.

Rikimaru is a master in the art ofninjutsuand combined with perfect stealth, it makes him an assassin to be revered as he is able to perform stealth kills in various methodsas well as take on an entire hoard and defeat them with brute force. Rikimarus main weapon is the fabled Izayoi, a magical sword of mysterious origins.

#9 The Ninja (Mark of the Ninja)

Mark of the Ninja is a slight oddity in the listbecause the other characters in this list are known, but in the game we only know the main character as the Marked Ninja.

The Ninja is an experienced fighter who is much stronger than normal humans due to the powers granted to him by the Tattoo on his body. He is an excellent assassin who is well versed in stealth assassinations.

The brilliance of this character is that, he is only allowed to perform stealth attacks, and he is able to use a variety of methods to take his target down, which also include terrorizing the opponent to cause them to fall into disarray.

#8 Sub Zero and Scorpion (Mortal Kombat)

Sub Zero and Scorpion are two of the most popular Mortal Kombat characters, both of them come from a clan of assassins, and both are a master of killing. Although they are eternal rivals, the two are very similar in their attitude and skills, that we felt they have to be on the list together

Both Sub Zero and Scorpion have the ability to sneak up on their target and take them out without a warning, but they prefer their prey trying to put a fight. They both kill their target in some of the most gruesome methods possible and are loved by many just for that.

Sub Zero is able to unleash icy attacks that can instantaneously freeze even the hottest of flames, while Scorpion in mainly known to use a unique weapon which is a crossover of a spear and a flail. Scorpion also has an additional power of releasing fire when he removes his mask.

#7 Deathstroke (Batman: Arkham Origins)

Deathstrokefrom Batman is probably one of the most skilled assassins in any game. Any fan of the Arkham serieswould definitely agree that the fight between Batman and Deathstroke is one of the best in any game.

He was injected with a serum that gave him control of about 90% control of his brain, as well as improve his physical abilities. Combined with the fact that he is a former member of a special military organization, Deathstroke is one of the most dangerous person to encounter.

Deathstroke is definitelyone of the strongest characters in this list, and a testimony to this is the fact that he is stronger than Batman.

#6 Corvo Attano (Dishonored)

Corvo Attano is one of the most mysterious characters even amongst assassins. Equipped with some of the finest stealth gadgets in the game, as well as magical powers, he is one of the best Stealth Assassins. The only thing that Corvo lacks is character, as in we can not tell if he is a savage or a kind-hearted assassin.

Corvo Attano was the bodyguard to the Empress Jessamine Kaldwin, and had gained the title of Lord Protector, but was framed for assassinating the Empress as well as abducting the princess by the Royal Spymaster Hiram Burrows. Corvo escaped from prison to become an assassin for The Loyalist Conspiracy, in order to gain justice for himself, as well as avenging the death of the Empress.

Although not much is known of Corvo’s character, he is definitely one of the most honorable assassins because his main purpose in the game is to get justice and prove his innocence.

#5 Thane Krios (Mass Effect)

Thane is most likely one of the most skilled assassins in the world of Mass Effect. He is a Drell assassin. Unlike the typical assassins who scout their target from a vantage point and end up sniping them, Thane is one who likes to take down his target directly.

He is a very spiritual man, who is a master of stealth, firearms, and direct hand-to-hand combat. He is also able to use biotic abilities.

Although he might not look like much, his quotes in the game are some of the best in any gameand is one of the reasons he is so high in the list. Because an assassin with a killer personality is better than a normal one.

#4 Altair Ibn-La\'Ahad (Assassin\'s Creed)

Altair is the very first assassin in the Assassins Creed series and definitely one of the best to be featured in any game. In terms of gadgets, he might be the most primitive assassin, but his skills with his limited gadgets makes him one of the best.

Altair is considered as the original assassin because he was induced into the world of assassination at a very young ageand went ahead to be the Mentor of the order. During his time as the Mentor, he helped the order progress in several ways. His greatest contribution was his Codex which has helped the future generation of assassins.

#3 Sam Fisher (Splinter Cell)

Sam Fisher mightnot be an official assassin, but Fishers has been entrusted with several missions which include assassination and his skill and poise is what has given him a place so high in the list. Fisher was a former member of the Third Echelon atop-secret sub-branch within the NSA, and is currently the commander of the Fourth Echelon.

Fishers personality and ability make him perfect to be a top assassin. He is a master of stealthand specializes in nighttimeinfiltration. He is also equippedwith some of the most advanced gadgets, along with his training in Krav Maga, and advanced covert infiltration tactic makes him a very deadly person.

#2 Ezio Auditore da Firenze (Assassin\'s Creed)

Ezio Auditore lost on the number one position by a very slight margin. There is only one assassin from the Assassins Creed series that trumps Altair and it is Ezio. There are several things that make Ezio one of the most lovable assassins in all of gaming, for starters he has one of the best names for an assassin.

Ezio has the stealth, agility, brains, and strength to make him the perfect assassin. His large arsenal of weaponry, along with Altairs futuristic armor makes him a very powerful person to control. Ezio is definitely the best Assassins Creed character, but there is only one person in all of gaming that is better than the godly Ezio.

#1 Agent 47 (Hitman)

The best assassin created in any game. Agent 47 is literally the perfect killer, he is the compilation of the best feature from every single assassin. He was a person created by Dr. Otto Wolfgang Ort-Meyer for the sole purpose of killing.

He like Altair was trained since birth to become an assassin, and owns a large variety of weapons. While he always seen with his signature double Silverballers, he is known to use the Fiber wire to execute most of his stealth kills. Agent 47 is able to use all sorts of weaponry, and is also a master of disguise. In the game, it is seen that he can take the clothes off the person he kills, to easily blend into the surrounding.