Publisher Konami and developer Bloober Team have announced a remake of Silent Hill 2 for PlayStation 5 and PC (Steam). A release date was not announced.
Here’s an overview of the game, via its Steam page:
After receiving a letter from his late wife, James heads to where they shared so many memories, hoping to see her one more time: Silent Hill. There, by the lake, she finds a woman eerily similar to her…
“My name… is Maria,” the woman smiles. Her face, her voice… It’s just like her.
Experience a psychological survival horror masterclass, hailed as the best in the series, on the latest hardware with chilling visuals and visceral sounds.
And here are some quotes from the staff:
Producer Commentary Motoi Okamoto (Production Director)
“Silent Hill returns as a high-end game. We are proud to announce the release of Silent Hill 2 for PlayStation and Steam, the best of the Silent Hill series. We look forward to bringing this high-quality remake back to life for a group of horror game experts.”
Commentary by composer Akira Yamaoka
“Silent Hill is an inspiration to me. I am deeply grateful to have been a part of a play that has been loved for so long. A new story is about to unfold again. Please look forward to the time when you can dive back into this world.”
Commentary by concept artist Masahiro Ito
“Pyramid Head is coming back. A new journey for those who know the original, and his origin story for those who know this character. And… the most memorable journey of the man most connected to that monster.
Comment from Bloober Team CEO Piotr Babieno
“Silent Hill 2 was the game that shaped our collective vision at Bloober Team. It’s the game that started us on our adventure in game development. Now we face a final challenge. A challenge to translate our youthful memories of the definitive game into a language that modern gamers can engage with, while creating an experience true to the original Over 20 years ago, a team of brilliant minds at Konami developed one of the most notable games in the history of electronic entertainment. By partnering, Konami and Bloober Team will ensure that Silent Hill 2 shines once again to set new standards for the genre and deliver an unforgettable experience for the next generation of fans . With our work, we are determined to show that the Bloober team is rising to the top of what is possible and aspiring to the top in game development. We can’t wait for the moment when players can see our work.”
Watch the announcement trailer below. See the first screenshots in the gallery.
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