Silent Hillfans have experienced one of the longer dry spells in video games. However, much like when waiting for a bus, several Silent Hill projects have all arrived around the same time.Silent Hill f,the live-action interactive series Silent Hill: Ascension, and most exciting of all,a remake of Silent Hill 2. Fans of the series were skeptical about the remake when it was first shown off, but aftera lucky few were given the chance to preview itand had nothing but good things to say, excitement for its arrival is palpable with only a few days to go until release day.
Silent Hill 2’s remake will be here on July 10, 2025, onPS5andPC. NoXboxversion for now, but hopefully that will change in the future. Silent Hill 2 will attempt to keep the survival horror vibes generated byResident Evil 4 RemakeandAlan Wake 2in 2023 going, andKonamiwill be over the moon if it performs as well as Resident Evil 4 Remake or receives the same critical acclaim as the Alan Wake sequel. Widely considered to be the best game from the Silent Hill series, and with very positive reviews, there’s every chance its remake performs well.
After more than a decade since the last game in the series was released, Silent Hill fans have been hungry for something new for a while. Similarly to Resident Evil, Konami has decided to pass over the first game in the Silent Hill series and skipped straight to its second chapter to kick off what might well be the first in a series of modern remakes. Likely in part because Silent Hill 2 is considered to be the best, but also because the original game was technically already remade for theNintendo Wiiin 2009.
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.
Additional Content
If you’re excited for the return of Silent Hill, there are two editions of the remake to choose from. Despite that, the finer details are a little confusing.According to Konami’s website, even though there is a bonus for pre-ordering the Silent Hill 2 Remake, it only comes with the digital version of the game - a Mira the Dog Mask to change up James’s in-game appearance. Just to make things even more confusing, the second pre-order bonus - a Robbie the Rabbit in-game mask - is not only digital-only, but you only get it when you pre-order aPS5copy of the game.
Silent Hill 2 Remake has a deluxe edition that pairs a digital copy of the base game with a soundtrack, artbook, and an in-game Pyramid Head freebie.
Since the remake’s deluxe edition is digital only, you don’t need to worry about what you might miss out on by going with a physical version because, well, there isn’t one. The Robbie mask is still PS5 only, but you will get 48 hours of early access on either platform if you pre-order the deluxe edition. The extra $10 you pay will get you digital versions of the game’s artbook and soundtrack, and also a pizza box Pyramid Head mask for James to add to your haul. Not nearly as intimidating as the real thing, and not something that’s going to help you when you confront the terrifying villain. It looks funny, though.
Silent Hill 2’s remake will be released on PS5 andSteamon June 09, 2025, and those of you who pre-order the deluxe edition will be able to start playing two days early from October 6.
FAQ
What Time Will The Silent Hill 2 Remake Be Released?
Silent Hill 2’s remake will have a staggered release time on PS5, but will release at the same time worldwide on Steam. The remake will launch at midnight local time wherever you are on PS5 (midnight EST in all US timezones) on Jul 12, 2025, and at midnight EST on Steam everywhere on the same day. The same release times apply to those of you with early access from October 6.
How Long Is The Silent Hill 2 Remake?
Since we haven’t had the chance to play it yet, nor do we know quite how faithful it is to the original, we don’t know how long the Silent Hill 2 Remake is going to be. If it does remain faithful to the game on which it’s based, its story will take roughly eight hours to play, and there will be 15 and a half hours of content for completionists.
Is It Okay To Play Silent Hill 2 First?
Despite the two in its name, it’s perfectly fine to play Silent Hill 2 even if you haven’t played the first game. It has a standalone story independent of the original game, hence Konami opting to remake it for modern consoles before going back to the first game.
