Silent Hill f is taking a big leap with the beloved long-running horror franchise, as it’s moving away from the titular town and headed to 1960s Japan. Over the years, the Silent Hill franchise has been centered around a mysterious town in Maine, but switching things up for the fictional Japanese town of Ebisugaoka is compelling. Silent Hill f has already teased plenty of scares on the way, making it a highly-anticipated title for a lot of horror fans.
Originally announced back in 2022, Silent Hill f had been quite a secretive project until last week. There was a lot of speculation as to what could be in store for the intriguing series shake-up. After the success of last year’s Silent Hill 2 remake, many were left eager to learn more about Silent Hill f, and the launch of an official announcement trailer finally shed some new light on the project. Early footage has proven intriguing, but what’s even more compelling is that Silent Hill f could be mirroring a rumored setting change for Resident Evil 9.
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Silent Hill 2 Remake’s Comparisons to Resident Evil
When the first look at the Silent Hill 2 remake was revealed, some fans worried that the game was too heavily influenced by Resident Evil. The over-the-shoulder camera angle and increased focus on survival horror elements definitely make it reminiscent of the Resident Evil franchise, but thankfully, developer Bloober Team balanced it well with the haunting tone of the original game.
The Silent Hill 2 remake was nominated for five awards at the 2024 Game Awards.
When it comes to Resident Evil, rumors about the next entry have been circulating for a while now. One of the boldest claims is that RE9 might take place on an island off the coast of Southeast Asia. Last May, prominent leaker Dusk Golem tweeted that the setting of RE9 would be “a fictional rural town on an island in the Southeast Asia Sea inspired by Singapore specifically.” Since these are not official words from Capcom, all claims regarding RE9 should be taken with a grain of salt. However, it’s important to note that Dusk Golem has been one of the leading voices in RE9 leaks, but only time will tell if his statements prove true or not.
The Silent Hill 2 remake faced comparisons to Resident Evil, but if RE9‘s setting change is legit, it’s bound to be compared to Silent Hill f in a similar vein. If Dusk Golem’s claims are accurate, then it will be fascinating to see how these iconic horror franchises approach somewhat similar settings. Japan and Southeast Asia have plenty of cultural differences, but both projects taking place in a common area of the world map are still intriguing.
Silent Hill f‘s protagonist is a Japanese high school student named Hinako Shimizu. While her story is unclear, the game’s trailer hints at themes of betrayal.
Silent Hill f is Still One of Gaming’s Most Mysterious Projects
- Silent Hill f has yet to reveal an official release date.
Despite finally having a full-length trailer to draw conclusions from, there is still a lot unknown about the game. Silent Hill f has already received an ESRB rating, which implies that it could arrive a lot sooner than some have anticipated. October would be a strong possibility, considering that the game looks terrifying, but this is purely speculation at the moment.
As the year continues, more details about Silent Hill f are likely to come to light. Silent Hill 2‘s remake reignited a lot of excitement for the franchise, and Silent Hill f looks to be a promising follow-up. With its intense body horror and fresh setting, only time will tell if RE9 follows in its footsteps.
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