The Silent Hill 2 Remake is set to release on October 8, 2024. It will be a console exclusive to the PlayStation 5 for one year. The game won’t be available on other platforms until October 8, 2025.
Silent Hill 2 comes to PS5 on October 8 and brings:
✅ Haptic feedback for visceral swings
✅ Adaptive triggers for gunfire
✅ 3D audio for creepy sounds
❌ Pillow to hide behind pic.twitter.com/MCtFTCwQ6u— PlayStation UK (@PlayStationUK) September 20, 2024
This includes Xbox consoles and a potential Nintendo Switch successor. Bloober Team is developing the remake. They recently showcased the first 90 minutes of the game.
Noise means danger so be wary of every sound while exploring the unsettling environments in SILENT HILL 2. ? ?
The static sound coming from the radio, while building atmosphere and tension, will also alert James about nearby threats… #SILENTHILL #KONAMI #BlooberTeam pic.twitter.com/R6lVkPXptW
— Bloober Team (@BlooberTeam) September 21, 2024
This makes up nearly 10% of the total playtime. The developers estimate the game will take 16 to 18 hours to complete. This is due to various gameplay changes.
Experience a full immersion in the eerie world of SILENT HILL 2 on #PlayStation5 with a variety of special features! ? ?
? Check out the new trailer!
https://t.co/aWiLKosr02 #SILENTHILL #KONAMI #BlooberTeam pic.twitter.com/CLjx266FOd— Bloober Team (@BlooberTeam) September 20, 2024
However, no plot points from the original will be altered. The remake will fully utilize the PS5’s DualSense controller.
Silent Hill 2 on PS5 first
Silent Hill 2 is a PlayStation timed console exclusive for 1 year until October 8, 2025 #PlayStation
Also available on PC from day one pic.twitter.com/tvcRoG8mQA
— Genki✨ (@Genki_JPN) September 20, 2024
It will feature haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, and a dynamic lightbar. The lightbar will display the protagonist’s health status. The game will also support 3D audio and 4K resolution on compatible displays.
Players can choose to disable the UI or use a 90s filter for a classic feel. While staying true to the original, the remake will introduce new elements. These include additional exploration opportunities and puzzles.
Original creators Masahiro Ito and Akira Yamaoka are involved in the project. This promises a high-quality remake that remains faithful to its roots. Silent Hill 2 Remake is set to launch on PS5 and PC on October 8, 2024.
Other platforms will follow a year later. Stay tuned for more updates and information about this highly anticipated game.
