Konami Teases Remake of Original Silent Hill Game
In a surprise move, Japanese gaming giant Konami has announced that a remake of the original Silent Hill game is currently in development. The news was revealed during Konami’s Press Start presentation, with Bloober Team, the developer behind last year’s Silent Hill 2 remake, at the helm of the project.
According to a report from Game Informer, the remake appears to be a reimagining of the first Silent Hill game, which was initially released for the PlayStation in 1999. The game’s main theme song played during the teaser, which was shown at the 35:28 mark of the Press Start presentation. The teaser itself was a simple graphic, with no further details provided by Konami.
As reported by Game Informer, fans of the series are likely to be excited by the news, given that Bloober Team’s remake of Silent Hill 2 was well-received by critics. The remake earned an impressive 8.75 out of 10 from Game Informer. However, it remains to be seen when the remake of the original Silent Hill will be released, as Bloober Team is currently working on another project, Cronos: The New Dawn, which is slated to launch this fall.
The original Silent Hill game follows the story of Harry Mason, who searches for his missing adopted daughter in the foggy streets of Silent Hill. The game has no direct narrative connection to its recently remade sequel, beyond the setting. For those who have never seen the game in action, Game Informer has a six-episode Silent Hill Super Replay series, where editors Kyle Hilliard and Marcus Stewart play the entire game.
In addition to the remake, fans of the series can also look forward to the upcoming release of Silent Hill f, the series’ next mainline entry, which is set to launch on September 25. As noted by Game Informer, this is likely to be an exciting time for fans of the Silent Hill series, with a remake of the original game and a new mainline entry on the horizon.
The announcement of the remake has generated significant interest among gamers, with many taking to social media to express their excitement. While details of the remake are currently scarce, fans can expect further updates in the coming months. As Game Informer notes, "This is likely exciting news for fans; Bloober Team’s remake of Silent Hill 2 was generally well-received, earning an 8.75 out of 10 from Game Informer."
Konami’s decision to remake the original Silent Hill game is a significant move, as it looks to revisit one of its most iconic and beloved franchises. With Bloober Team at the helm, fans can expect a high-quality remake that stays true to the spirit of the original game. As reported by Game Informer, the game’s main theme song played during the teaser, which was shown at the 35:28 mark of the Press Start presentation.
The original Silent Hill game was released in 1999 and has since become a cult classic. The game’s success can be attributed to its unique blend of psychological horror and survival elements, which set it apart from other games in the genre. As Game Informer notes, "The first Silent Hill centers on Harry Mason, who searches for his missing adopted daughter in the foggy streets of the eponymous town."
Fans of the series can expect further updates on the remake in the coming months. In the meantime, they can revisit the original game or check out the recently released Silent Hill 2 remake. With a new mainline entry and a remake of the original game on the horizon, it’s an exciting time to be a fan of the Silent Hill series.
You can see the teaser at the tail end of the Press Start presentation at the 35:28 mark here:
