An agent who has the freedom to eliminate any threat he perceives in any manner he sees fit. Usually such agents are covered by "plausible deniability" - the agent is told what his job is, but not through the normal chain of command, so that the orders are not recorded. This way, if the agent is captured or killed, the government who sent the agent can claim that he was a rogue agent, acting without official orders or permission.
Sam Fisher is a spinter cell.
By Macavity
One of the few true stealth games on the market. Popular, but still underrated really. Brought us something new for a change (Spy vs Merc multiplayer) and really fun co-op (Chaos Theory).
Casual gamers love to dispute over Splinter Cell and MGS. One popular argument being "he has 3 green lights on his head how can the dumb guards not see him?!". It is widely known that that is Sam's trademark, the guards don't actually see it. A better comparison might be Splinter Cell and Thief.
By GOERNR
The technical definition of being a splinter cell means working alone, being invisible, and using agility and wits to infiltrate enemy compounds to achieve your goals. A splinter cell also has the right to exercise the "Fifth Freedom" - vaguely described as ability to eliminate any threat as seen fit without question.
I am a splinter cell.
By Dave Hill
One of the best stealthy video games around.
Sam Fisher kicks ass.
By cartman5000
the only game that uses more night vision than paris hillton.
splinter cell uses alot of night vision. paris hilton likes to make sex tapes. with night vision.
By placebox