The Hitman Absolution trailer song, titled "Take Me to the River," was composed by Peter Strickland and performed by the Slovakian metal band, KÁL. This ominous and pulsing track effectively complemented the trailer's fast-paced action, underlining the intensity and stealthy gameplay that defines the Hitman series. The song's dark, industrial undertones and catchy melody resonated deeply with fans, making it an integral part of the Hitman Absolution experience.

Read about the community debate over the game's tonal shift in this Reddit thread Check out the full original soundtrack for more of the game's dark atmospheric themes. Explore the PC Gamer review

The trailer prominently features "Ave Maria" by Franz Schubert .

At first glance, pairing a classic rock band with a methodical stealth game seems counterintuitive. However, "Shackler's Revenge" is not a typical Guns N' Roses song.

Perhaps the most famous—and controversial—trailer was the teaser released for E3 2012.