Silent Hill 2 Remake: Release Date, Available Platforms, Gameplay etc.

At the recent STATE OF PLAY 2024 presentation by SONY, numerous upcoming games were showcased, but at least one deserves special mention. The world finally got to see the gameplay trailer for the Silent Hill 2 Remake, and the release date was announced, though delays are always a possibility. Let's take a closer look at everything we know about this remake of the legendary game from the early 2000s.

Silent Hill 2 Remake: Release Date

Silent Hill 2 is set to release on October 8th, 2024, which is exciting news for fans who have been eagerly awaiting James Sunderland's return and his adventures.

Initially, news of the remake emerged in September 2022 when a series of leaks revealed purported images from a planned Silent Hill 2 remake to be developed by Bloober Team. These leaks were accompanied by substantiated reports that Konami was overseeing an initiative to revive the series by outsourcing future games to collaborative developers. An internet leaker with the username "Dusk Golem" claimed that the images were from an internal test demo Bloober Team developed to pitch the project to Konami and did not represent the final title. The leaked images were subsequently removed by Konami representatives. Another leak alluding to the game appeared the following month through a YouTube description for a trailer accidentally made public by Konami themselves.

Silent Hill 2 Remake: Available Platforms

The Silent Hill 2 Remake will be available on PC and PlayStation 5. SONY did not make this remake a console exclusive, likely due to an inability to reach agreements with the developers, Bloober Team. As of now, there is no information confirming a release for PlayStation 4 (PS4) or Xbox platforms. The focus seems to be on leveraging the hardware capabilities of the PS5 and modern PCs to enhance the game's atmosphere and graphics.

Silent Hill 2 Remake: Gameplay

The gameplay trailer was generally well-received, with many praising the visual quality and top-notch sound design. However, some noted the "wooden" movements of the main character, which were distinctly noticeable. The developers have not commented on this criticism yet, and it remains unclear whether these movements will persist in the final version of the game or if they will be improved in the four months leading up to the October 8th, 2024 release date.

Differences Between Silent Hill 2 Remake and the Original

The graphics quality in the new version is significantly higher, including character models, the environment, and special effects. The game feels different; the developers did not simply redraw Silent Hill 2. The remake features a different camera angle, clearly inspired by the successful remakes of competitors like Resident Evil. Additionally, the game has a new combat system, more interactivity, and players can now dodge monsters. Moreover, the developers have thoroughly reworked and enhanced the locations. All characters and monsters look different compared to the original version of the game released in 2001.

Silent Hill 2 Remake: Specifications and Features

The remake aims to modernize the classic game while preserving the core experience. The game will feature significantly improved graphics, taking full advantage of modern hardware capabilities, including high-resolution textures, realistic lighting, and detailed character models. The audio design will be enhanced to create a more immersive and terrifying experience, with support for 3D audio on the PS5. While the core gameplay mechanics will remain true to the original, there will be updates to the controls and camera system to make the game more accessible to contemporary players. The remake will feature new voice acting, possibly with some involvement from original voice actors. The music, originally composed by Akira Yamaoka, is expected to be reimagined while retaining its haunting essence. The game is being developed using Unreal Engine 5, promising state-of-the-art graphical fidelity and performance.

System Requirements for Silent Hill 2 Remake

According to the system requirements provided by the developers, playing Silent Hill 2 Remake doesn't require a cutting-edge computer. However, older cards may not provide a comfortable FPS and satisfactory visuals.

Minimum:

• 64-bit processor and operating system
• OS: Windows 10 x64
• Processor: Intel Core i7-6700K | AMD Ryzen 5 3600
• Memory: 16 GB RAM
• Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1070 Ti or AMD Radeon™ RX 5700
• DirectX: Version 12
• Storage: 50 GB available space
• Sound Card: Windows Compatible Audio Device
• Additional Notes: Playing on minimum requirements should enable playing on Low/Medium quality settings in FullHD (1080p) at a stable 30 FPS. SSD is recommended.

Recommended:

• 64-bit processor and operating system
• OS: Windows 10 x64
• Processor: Intel Core i7-8700K | AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
• Memory: 16 GB RAM
• Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® 2080RTX or AMD Radeon™ 6800XT
• DirectX: Version 12
• Storage: 50 GB available space
• Sound Card: Windows Compatible Audio Device
• Additional Notes: Playing on recommended requirements should enable playing on Medium quality settings at 60 FPS or High quality settings at 30 FPS, in FullHD (or 4k using DLSS or similar technology). SSD is recommended.

Cost of Silent Hill 2 Remake

The cost of Silent Hill 2 Remake is in line with other AAA projects. Games priced at $50-70 have become commonplace for modern gamers, and on consoles, games are usually more expensive than on PCs. However, this time, there won't be a difference in prices between PS5 and PC for SH2 Remake.

Cost of Silent Hill 2 Remake on PlayStation 5

Standard Edition

• SILENT HILL 2
• Masker Robbie the rabbit
• Masker Mira the dog

~ €69.99 EUR

Deluxe Edition

• SILENT HILL 2
• Digital artbook
• Digital soundtrack
• Masker Pyramid Head (pizza box)
• Masker Robbie the rabbit
• Masker Mira the dog
• 48-hour early access

~ €79.99 EUR

Cost of Silent Hill 2 Remake on PC via Steam

Those interested can already pre-order the game.

• Pre-Purchase SILENT HILL 2

~ €69.99 EUR

• Pre-Purchase SILENT HILL 2 - Digital Deluxe

Pre-Purchase this edition and play the game starting 2 days ahead of full release. Starts in approximately 4 months.

~ €79.99 EUR