Summary
- Konami confirms the Silent Hill 2 remake release date for October 8 on PC and PS5 with exclusive pre-order bonuses and Deluxe Edition content.
- Pre-order the Standard Edition for the Mira the Dog mask, and PS5-exclusive Robbie the Rabbit mask.
- Pre-ordering the Deluxe Edition gets you 48-hour early access.
Konami has pulled the curtain back on the pre-order bonuses and Deluxe Edition for the Silent Hill 2 remake. Horror game fans have been waiting years to get their hands on the Silent Hill 2 remake, but the wait is nearly at an end. Luckily for fans of the long-running survival-horror franchise, Konami has finally confirmed the game's release date.
As part of the PlayStation State of Play event, Konami confirmed that the Silent Hill 2 remake will be released on October 8 for PC and PS5. The State of Play gave players a look at a brief new Silent Hill 2 remake trailer, but the subsequent Silent Hill Transmission event showcased an uninterrupted gameplay sequence as well as the pre-order bonuses and Deluxe Edition content.
The Silent Hill 2 Remake Seems to Have Changed James' Look
It seems that protagonist James’ appearance has received some noticeable tweaks ahead of the release of the Silent Hill 2 remake.
By pre-ordering the standard edition of the Silent Hill 2 remake, all players can get a Mira the Dog mask, while PS5 gamers can also get an exclusive Robbie the Rabbit mask. The Deluxe Edition of the game includes a digital artbook and digital soundtrack, plus a Pyramid Head mask made out of a pizza box. Those that pre-order the Deluxe Edition will get all of this content plus 48-hour early access. The standard version of the game costs $69.99, whereas the Deluxe Edition will retail for $79.99.
Silent Hill 2: What Comes in Each Version
Standard Edition
- Game
Standard Edition (Pre-Order)
- Game
- Mira the Dog Mask
- Robbie the Rabbit Mask (Only on PlayStation 5)
Deluxe Edition
- Game
- Digital Artbook
- Digital Soundtrack
- Pyramid Head Mask (Pizza Box)
Deluxe Edition Pre-Order
- Game
- Digital Artbook
- Digital Soundtrack
- Pyramid Head Mask (Pizza Box)
- Mira the Dog Mask
- Robbie the Rabbit Mask (Only on PlayStation 5)
- 48-hour Early Access
Blocking early access behind a Deluxe Edition pre-order will potentially annoy some Silent Hill 2 fans, whereas others will jump on the opportunity to return to the long-dormant franchise ahead of schedule. The Silent Hill 2 remake marks the first new main series Silent Hill game since Downpour launched in 2012. Otherwise, the franchise has stuck to spin-offs, experimental projects, or, in the case of the stretch from 2015 to 2022, nothing at all.
The Silent Hill franchise went on an unfortunate extended hiatus after the release of P.T. In 2014. P.T. Was meant to be a "playable teaser" that would eventually lead to Hideo Kojima's Silent Hills. Ultimately, Silent Hills was canceled and P.T. Was pulled from the PlayStation Store. Konami then finally released the highly divisive Silent Hill: Ascension, followed by Silent Hill: The Short Message, which was panned by fans and critics alike.
Even though Silent Hill: Ascension and Silent Hill: The Shortage Message were not well-received, there is still hope for the Silent Hill franchise yet. The Silent Hill 2 remake looks promising, and there are at least two more Silent Hill gaming projects confirmed to be in the works in the form of Silent Hill f and Silent Hill: Townfall. Not only that, but a new Silent Hill movie is in production as well.
Silent Hill 2
- Released
- October 8, 2024
WHERE TO PLAY
Investigating a letter from his late wife, James returns to where they made so many memories - Silent Hill. What he finds is a ghost town, prowled by disturbing monsters and cloaked in deep fog. Confront the monsters, solve puzzles, and search for traces of your wife in this remake of SILENT HILL 2.
High-end Graphics and Sound
With ray tracing and other cutting-edge technical enhancements, the world of SILENT HILL and its unsettling ambiance is even realer than before.And with the inclusion of new, immersive soundscapes, you'll feel like you're standing in the thick of it.
Larger Environments
Explore locations and buildings that were once inaccessible, or are newly added in the remake. Enjoy the same acclaimed story, even while you experience the town of Silent Hill with fresh eyes across an expanded map.
Over-the-shoulder Camera
The remake moves from the original's fixed-camera viewpoints to an over-the-shoulder perspective, putting you closer to what James sees, for a more thrilling, more immersive experience as you explore the town and come face-to-face with monsters.
Evolved Combat Gameplay
Familiar weapons like the steel pipe and handgun make their return, but now with an updated combat system. Avoid attacks with carefully timed dodges, aim down sights, and more, making monster encounters more engaging and nerve-wracking than ever.
- Developer(s)
- Bloober Team
- Publisher(s)
- Konami
- Franchise
- Silent Hill
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PC
