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Survival Horror
Released
September 25, 2001
ESRB
Mature 17+ // Blood and Gore, Violence
Developer(s)
Team Silent
Publisher(s)
Konami
Prequel(s)
Silent Hill
Franchise
Silent Hill

THE SILENCE IS BROKEN...

James Sunderland's life is shattered when his young wife Mary suffers a tragic death. Three years later, a mysterious letter arrives from Mary, beckoning him to return to their sanctuary of memories, the dark realm of Silent Hill.

Now James must go back to that special place to uncover the truth, unaware that the answers he seeks require the ultimate sacrifice.

• Return to Silent Hill in an entirely new adventure with all-new characters and monsters.
• Battle horrifying creatures with a new arsenal of weapons and items.
• Riveting storyline, stunning graphics and true-to-life CG movies leave you on the edge of your seat.
• Atmospheric lighting and ambient 3D surround sound shift and change at each terrifying turn.
• Dynamic camera angles, beautifully rendered environments, and real-time weather effects deliver a cinematic horror experience.

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