John Wick has had limited contact with the world of video games, but if you’re looking to scratch the John Wick itch, a new (and highly affordable) game could be the perfect candidate. Earlier this week, John Wick Hex was removed from digital sale on all platforms, making the only officially licensed game based on the franchise harder to access. Even for those who already have it or are willing to shell out for a physical copy, Hex might not exactly satisfy the assassin fantasy, focusing on strategy more than the thrill of the kill.

On the other hand, there’s Suit for Hire, a new game that seems to borrow as much from John Wick as it does from the classic Max Payne series. In a way, it’s the perfect pairing, as both franchises owe their action stylings to Hong Kong’s gun fu films. The best news: Suit for Hire retails for $14.99, less than a fifth of what some new games are charging in 2025.

Suit For Hire Is Perfect For John Wick Fans

All The Blood & Bullets

Suit for Hire‘s title might already make its John Wick appeal obvious, as it follows in the franchise’s iconography of well-dressed assassins. Unlike the similarly stylish Agent 47 of the Hitman games, Suit for Hire‘s protagonist also tends toward the blood-soaked methodology that Mr. Wick is known for. Instead of poisoning dishes, you’ll be building up big, stylish combos as synths pulse and guitars shred.

Suit for Hire can be played in both top-down and third-person modes, with the former veering closer to Hotline Miami and the latter bringing the Max Payne sensibilities to the table. Considering John Wick Chapter 4‘s memorable top-down scene, both perspectives can actually tap into that fantasy, so the choice will largely depend on whether you want a clean overview of the scene or more visceral action.

At $14.99, Suit For Hire Is Worth A Try

It’s Hard To Go Wrong At The Price

Suit for Hire was available in early access for several years before its recent 1.0 release, but unlike a lot of early access games, it didn’t spike the price upon its official debut. At $14.99, you could get your money’s worth just by fiddling around for a few hours. You might get sucked into more, however. With a 91% “Very Positive” score on Steam, it would appear that most players have found it fairly compelling.

As AAA releases continue to grow in scale, I’m always happy to see smaller titles that keep the focus on the action. Without bloated RPG mechanics or an oversized open world to worry about, you’re free to hone in on the gunplay and strategy in Suit for Hire. It’s always fun to watch the ballet of bullets in a John Wick film, and mastering that dance yourself in Suit for Hire can be every bit as exciting.

Source: Steam

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