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Silent Hill 2 Remake

The Silent Hill 2 Remake is an Survival Horror release from Bloober Team, the same creative squad behind Layers of Fear and Observer. Developers are reimagining James Sunderland's adventure through Silent Hill, with updated graphics and gameplay.

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Silent Hill 2
Top Critic Avg: 87/100 Critics Rec: 95%
Released
October 8, 2024
ESRB
M For Mature 17+ // Blood and Gore, Language, Sexual Themes, Violence
Developer(s)
Bloober Team
Publisher(s)
Konami
Engine
Unreal Engine 5

Franchise
Silent Hill
Platform(s)
PC
How Long To Beat
15 Hours
James from Silent Hill 2 in front of a bloody number pad and a carving of a hanged figure, both bathed in red light.
The Scariest Section Of Silent Hill 2 Became Even More Horrifying In The Remake

The recreation of Silent Hill 2's scariest section in the remake has made it the most terrifying to experience, both physically and psychologically.

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Silent Hill 2 Remake Confirms One Of The Game's Biggest Fan Theories

This one Silent Hill 2 remake detail confirms something that fans have been speculating about for a long time, and players will probably miss it.

Maria and her final boss form in Silent Hill 2
Why Silent Hill 2's Maria Change Is So Controversial

Bloober Team reimagined Maria's look for the Silent Hill 2 remake, removing some of the symbolism built into her character in the original.

An older woman from Cronos: The New Dawn in front of brutalist architecture.
Silent Hill 2 Remake Developer Announces Next Survival Horror Game & It's Not What You Expect

The next game from the studio behind the Silent Hill 2 remake has been revealed, and despite the genre similarity, it's not more of the same.

James, his radio, and Pyramid Head in screenshots from the Silent Hill 2 remake.
Fan Claims The Silent Hill 2 Remake Is “Probably The Most Important Release” After Selling 1 Million Copies

After a successful release, Silent Hill 2 Remake fans were quick to discuss how the sales and positive reception make this game the "most important."

James and Pyramid Head from Silent Hill 2, and Adelaide Clemens as Heather from the Silent Hill films.
It's Not Too Late For A Silent Hill 2 Sequel

More than one of Silent Hill 2’s multiple endings contain the potential for James’ journey to continue in new ways, and now’s the best time for it.

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James from Silent Hill 2 Remake with many endings
How To Unlock All Original Endings In Silent Hill 2 Remake

The Silent Hill 2 Remake contains the six original endings. Three can be seen in a new game, while the others are unlocked in multiple playthroughs.

Silent Hill 2 Joke Ending Thumbnail, TV james and a Shiba Inu.
Silent Hill 2's Best Endings Make A Return In The New Remake

After helping overcome his past trauma throughout the grim themes of the Silent Hill 2 remake, players may benefit from some much-needed humor.

Plaque of the Gallows Puzzle in Silent Hill 2 Remake
Silent Hill 2 Remake: All Gallows Puzzle Answers

Several puzzles must be solved in the Silent Hill 2 Remake to progress the story. One puzzle is the Gallows Puzzle. Read here to find out about it.

Maria from Silent Hill 2 Remake and from Silent Hill 2 Original
How Maria Has (& Hasn't) Changed In Silent Hill 2

Maria, like the rest of the cast of Silent Hill 2, has received some changes between the original and remake. But how does that impact her character?

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Silent Hill 2 James and Pyramid Head in front of a map.
Silent Hill 2 Remake Has Ruined The Franchise's Biggest & Best Meme (For Good Reason)

Silent Hill 2 has made some changes to update the game to modern standards, with one of its most iconic changes being a big improvement in tension.

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Mary and James from Silent Hill 2 Remake
Why James [SPOILER] Mary In Silent Hill 2

Silent Hill used to be a place with happy memories for Mary and James, but when James returns, he finds himself surrounded by monsters and guilt.

Pyramid Head from Silent Hill 2 Remake
Silent Hill 2 Remake: How To Beat Pyramid Head (Boss Guide)

The Pyramid Head boss is one of the most iconic enemies in the Silent Hill 2 Remake, and beating him is more than just filling him with holes.

James from Silent Hill 2 Remake with the Bloober logo
After Silent Hill 2 Remake, There's An Obvious Choice For Bloober's Next Game

Bloober Team defied expectations and released a compelling remake of the classic Silent Hill 2, meaning there’s an obvious route for its next project.

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James looking forlornly at his radio in front of a vista of Silent Hill.
Silent Hill 2 Remake Nails True Horror Sounds - With One Problem

The Silent Hill 2 remake nails the original’s iconic atmosphere through its pitch-perfect sound design, but one small oversight could ruin it all.

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James Sunderland standing in the cliffside parking lot, looking out at the fog covering Silent Hill in a screenshot from the Silent Hill 2 Remake.
Silent Hill 2 Remake Gets The Most Important Aspect Of The Original Game Right

The Silent Hill 2 remake doesn’t change a lot. It maintains its most iconic elements where they count, creating an authentic atmosphere.

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Angela from Silent Hill 2 remake lying down holding a knife.
Silent Hill 2 Remake Has One Major Lesson To Teach Video Game Fans

The Silent Hill 2 remake was hit with controversy and criticism after every trailer and reveal, and the actual release has a lot to teach its players.

A collage of James fighting a Lying Figure and holding a key, all presided over by Pyramid Head in screenshots from the Silent Hill 2 remake.-1
Silent Hill 2 Remake's Difficulty Settings: Which You Should Choose & What Changes

The Silent Hill 2 remake lets players set the difficulty levels of combat and puzzles separately. Here’s what each setting affects, and which is best.

James from Silent Hill 2 Remake and Silent Hill 2 original
Silent Hill 2 Remake's 10 Biggest Changes From The Original

The Silent Hill 2 Remake has many obvious changes from the original, but even veteran players might have missed out on some of the biggest changes.

The Abstract Daddy in Silent Hill 2
Silent Hill 2 Remake: How To Beat Abstract Daddy (Boss Guide)

In one of the most terrifying and saddening boss fights in Silent Hill 2 Remake, you will have to run from, face, and defeat Abstract Daddy.