The keyword refers to a specific pirated release of the 2012 stealth-action game Hitman: Absolution . This file string is a signature of the "warez" scene, indicating a version cracked by the group SKIDROW that removes the need for a physical disc (No-DVD) and works for version 1.0 of the game. The Context of Hitman: Absolution (2012)

A "No-DVD" crack is a modified executable file that allows the game to run without checking for a physical retail disc in the drive.

While this specific keyword is often searched by those looking to bypass DRM, there are several reasons why users now opt for official versions: