Summary
- Silent Hill 2 remake has earned an "M for Mature" rating, as it will feature the blood, violence, and sexual themes that are expected for the horror franchise.
- Fans awaiting the game's release are hoping for a return to form after a lukewarm reception to its combat trailer.
- Konami's comeback may hinge on the success of Silent Hill 2 remake, which sounds promising based purely on this description.
The development of the Silent Hill 2 remake looks right on track as new details emerge about its ESRB rating. From what fans have come to expect of the horror franchise over the decades, the rating for Silent Hill 2 remake seems very on point.
The ESRB rating lets potential buyers know what age groups the content of a game is suitable for. This particular rating is used in the North America region, and other regions of the world have their own regulatory board. Notably, the age rating for Silent Hill 2 remake's South Korea launch came to the fore after its GRAC rating was revealed a few weeks earlier. With the game's production moving forward, it has now also received a rating for the North American market.
The remake of 2001's Silent Hill 2 has officially received an "M for Mature" rating, as per the official ESRB website. Additionally, the ESRB's warnings for the game include "Blood and Gore, Language, Sexual Themes, and Violence." Taking a look at the rating summary, players will find that Silent Hill 2 remake is being described as a horror-adventure game that features "realistic gunfire, cries of pain, and blood-splatter effects."
Silent Hill 2 Remake Could Make or Break Konami's Comeback
Further, the ratings website reveals the presence of "large bloodstains" and "intestines/organs on walls, floors, and surrounding bodies" in certain game levels. On top of that, the game has been confirmed to have violent cutscenes depicting impalement, death by asphyxiation, and "body parts sewn together." Silent Hill 2 remake apparently also has a variety of sexual or suggestive material, ranging from dialogue to in-game character models. Keeping in mind the original Silent Hill 2 - one of the most highly rated horror games of its time - was also gruesome and explicit, this description should ensure fans that they will be getting a familiar Silent Hill experience.
After virtually leaving AAA game development about a decade ago, Konami seems to be making a comeback by reviving two of its most popular franchises, namely Silent Hill and Metal Gear. Although the Japanese company has already shipped Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 to a fairly positive reception, the collection was basically a bunch of old ports and not a full-fledged AAA project built from the ground up. Hence, the true fate of Konami's comeback will likely be decided by its next AAA game, which may be either Silent Hill 2 remake or Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater - the remake of 2004's Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater.
After a lukewarm reaction to Silent Hill 2 remake's combat trailer, developer Bloober Team has a lot to prove as it dishes out more trailers in the buildup to the game's expected launch this year. Fans who have been eagerly waiting for a new Silent Hill game, ever since the plug was pulled on P.T., are surely hoping that the forthcoming remake does the franchise justice and marks the start of a proper return to form.
Silent Hill 2
- Released
- October 8, 2024
WHERE TO PLAY
Investigating a letter from his late wife, James returns to where they made so many memories - Silent Hill. What he finds is a ghost town, prowled by disturbing monsters and cloaked in deep fog. Confront the monsters, solve puzzles, and search for traces of your wife in this remake of SILENT HILL 2.
High-end Graphics and Sound
With ray tracing and other cutting-edge technical enhancements, the world of SILENT HILL and its unsettling ambiance is even realer than before.And with the inclusion of new, immersive soundscapes, you'll feel like you're standing in the thick of it.
Larger Environments
Explore locations and buildings that were once inaccessible, or are newly added in the remake. Enjoy the same acclaimed story, even while you experience the town of Silent Hill with fresh eyes across an expanded map.
Over-the-shoulder Camera
The remake moves from the original's fixed-camera viewpoints to an over-the-shoulder perspective, putting you closer to what James sees, for a more thrilling, more immersive experience as you explore the town and come face-to-face with monsters.
Evolved Combat Gameplay
Familiar weapons like the steel pipe and handgun make their return, but now with an updated combat system. Avoid attacks with carefully timed dodges, aim down sights, and more, making monster encounters more engaging and nerve-wracking than ever.
- Developer(s)
- Bloober Team
- Publisher(s)
- Konami
- Franchise
- Silent Hill
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PC
