Konami's latest Silent Hill Transmission has brought us exciting updates on Silent Hill f, the eagerly anticipated addition to the iconic horror franchise. Set to transport players to the eerie atmosphere of 1960s Japan, this game was first announced in 2022 and described as a journey through a "beautiful, therefore terrifying" world. The narrative is penned by Ryukishi07, the renowned Japanese visual novel writer known for the Higurashi and Umineko series.
After nearly three years of anticipation, we're finally getting a closer look at Silent Hill f, and here's everything you need to know.
Silent Hill f Aims to 'Find the Beauty in Terror' and Present Players With a Beautiful Yet Terrifying Choice in 1960s Japan
Konami has unveiled a captivating new trailer for *Silent Hill f*, along with a wealth of new details. The game aims to "find the beauty in terror," offering players a profound and haunting choice set against the backdrop of 1960s Japan.While the specifics of this pivotal decision remain under wraps, Konami has provided a glimpse into the storyline:
"Shimizu Hinkao was living her life as an ordinary teenager," the official synopsis states. "That is, until her town is suddenly shrouded in fog and begins to change in a horrific way. Now, she must explore a town she no longer recognizes while solving puzzles, fighting strange enemies, and doing everything she can to survive... in order to face the ultimate decision that she must make. This is a tale about a beautiful yet terrifying choice."
Silent Hill f introduces an original narrative that welcomes newcomers while offering Easter eggs for long-time fans. The game is set in the fictional Japanese town of Ebisugaoka, inspired by the real-life location of Kanayama, Gero, in the Gifu Prefecture.
Creature and character designer Kera shared insights that should thrill fans, hinting at the unique horrors awaiting in Silent Hill f:
"I love the Silent Hill series, and it's been a big influence on me," Kera said. "In particular, I am constantly remembering Silent Hill 2, and the messages on the walls, the music, and the monster designs. So, when it came to Silent Hill f, and bringing the setting to Japan, we had to come up with something that felt just a little different, and I had to really think about how to get that feeling.
"The monster designs were the hardest. I had to consider everything that's come in Silent Hill before, and figure out how to take this game in a different direction, but still be Silent Hill. It might not be the exact same blood-smeared, rusting scenery, but I sincerely hope you'll enjoy our vision and the world we've created."Music plays a crucial role in Silent Hill f, with long-time Silent Hill composer Akira Yamaoka teaming up with Kensuke Inage, known for his work on the Dynasty Warriors series, to craft the game's soundtrack. Inage described his approach:
"I have composed music for an unsettling yet beautiful world that uses imagery from shrines, blending ancient Japanese court music with ambient echoes," Inage said. "I wove in various techniques that will connect the player to the protagonist's agony, internal conflict, fear, and other emotions."
While a release date has yet to be announced, Silent Hill f is confirmed to launch on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
