Summary
Silent Hill 2 Remakeis launching in a matter of days, and despitean initially hostile reception, developer Bloober Team has managed to somewhat turn things around thanks to a couple of good trailers andsome surprisingly positive previews. It’s a game that’sgoing through a bit of a redemption arc at the moment, and it seems as though Silent Hill publisher Konami is pleased with the results too.
In fact, in a recent interview withPolish outlet Bankier(translated by Wccftech), Bloober Team president and Silent Hill 2 Remake producer Piotr Babieno himself hinted that Konami is happy with the work that the studio has been doing, and claimed that their blossoming relationship may continue into the future.
“you may expect that this is not the end of the adventure with Konami.”
While Babieno doesn’t outright state that Bloober Team will be working on more Silent Hill games, it’s very easy to see Konami leaning on them once again for potential remakes of other titles if Silent Hill 2 ends up being a massive success. Both the original Silent Hill and Silent Hill 3 are very well-loved among the community, and they’re both natural directions for Konami to go should Silent Hill2 sell by the bucket load.
Silent Hill 2 Will Be A Console Exclusive For One Year
Of course, Silent Hill 2 Remake has to sell well first, and it’s possible that the game might not make the numbers that convince Konami to double down on remakes. It’s got a better chance than other PS5 exclusives though - such as Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth - thanks to the game’s simultaneous launch on PC,though its delayed launch on Xbox could hurt its chances.
It’s hard to say though. It’s clear that Bloober Team is working its socks, and the fact thatthe game is almost twice the length of the originalis testament to how much effort the developer is putting into making sure both old and new players have something to enjoy. We’ll have to see whether the team can stick the landing when Silent Hill 2 Remake launches on October 8.
Silent Hill 2
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 SoundWith 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 EnvironmentsExplore 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 CameraThe 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 GameplayFamiliar 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.
