Summary
- Silent Hill 2 remake leaked, some fans excited, while others are frustrated due to early access.
- Early players compare it favorably to Resident Evil 2 remake, spent 8 hours, 39% completion.
- Fans upset over early access, as premium pre-ordered version gives only two-day early access.
Although it's still a ways off from its official launch date, it seems some players have gotten copies of the Silent Hill 2 remake early. The early arrival has left some fans envious and a bit frustrated as they wait for their own copies of Silent Hill 2 to arrive.
Silent Hill 2's Bloober Team remake is finally almost here, after years of suspense. Silent Hill 2 is one of the most-loved entries in the original Konami series, and remaking it was never going to be an easy process when it comes to satisfying everyone. Gamers are more eager than ever to try out the title for the first time, and it seems that some have already had that opportunity land in their lap.
A Reddit user by the name of ConflictConscious665 and several others across multiple social media sites have reported that a copy of the game arrived early. Prior to deleting their post, ConflictConscious665 explained that their friend had gotten a copy of the game early, and provided several screenshots documenting it. The screenshots appeared to be legitimate, but the post has since been taken down due to concerns about backlash from Konami or Bloober Team for breaking the release date. ConflictConscious665 wasn't sure how their friend got the game early, but sometimes, games get shipped as soon as they arrive in warehouses, potentially making it to the customer too soon.
Premature Silent Hill 2 Release Excites and Frustrates Fans
As the actual release date for Silent Hill 2 is rapidly approaching, this early leak has many fans excited. Several requested more information how the game played and whether it was living up to expectations and the original. ConflictConscious665's friend compares it to the Resident Evil 2 remake, which fans have taken as a good sign, considering how praised that remake was. In terms of length, the player had spent about 8 hours in the title and was 39% of the way through, which seems to match claims regarding how long the Silent Hill 2 remake is.
However, some fans were understandably upset that others were getting a chance to play the game earlier than intended. Silent Hill 2's official release date is October 8, so the game has arrived for some players a full week early. However, the main reason fans are upset is because the more expensive pre-ordered version of the game gives players access two days early. For those who have already paid more for the privilege, seeing another gamer get a chance long before that window seems unfair. Unfortunately, there's nothing those fans can do now but wait a bit longer.
Silent Hill 2
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 87 /100 Critics Rec: 94%
- Released
- October 8, 2024
- ESRB
- M For Mature 17+ // Blood and Gore, Language, Sexual Themes, Violence
- Developer(s)
- Bloober Team
- Publisher(s)
- Konami
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.
- Engine
- Unreal Engine 5
- Franchise
- Silent Hill
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PC
