The classic missions offer an experience comparable to that of the last installment, as they involve a mix of infiltration, close-quarter combat, and stealthy elimination of targets closer than 400 meters (1,300 ft).

[14] eXputer reviewer Huzaifah Durrani wrote the gameplay excelled at presenting creative scenarios for killing a target.

[15] Rick Lane of PC Gamer also has the impression that killing targets without raising alarm is like a puzzle to solve.

The PCGamer reviewer perceives infiltrating enemy base as James Bond missions, but also writes "The sniping feels authentic".

[12] IGN reviewer Tristan Ogilvie thinks such kills are "the strongest sections of Contracts 2" and they remain thrilling long after bloodiness of kills wears off, however he thinks that returning fire from long distance with assault rifles "admittedly shatters the sense of realism somewhat".

[12] IGN reviewer admits the guards use a bit of strategy, but generally has an impression their stupidity makes them too easy to kill.