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Dead Space Meets Back To The Future In This Terrifying Horror Game, And It’s Cheaper Than Ever
Cronos: The New Dawn, a horror game developed by Bloober Team, is currently available at its lowest price ever, offering a 60% discount on Steam. The game features an atmosphere reminiscent of Dead Space, strategic combat similar to Alan Wake, and time-travel elements, drawing comparisons to the Silent Hill series.
Vote now: 8 games remain in our scariest games bracket
PC Gamer is running a bracket to determine the scariest PC games, with readers voting to narrow down the field. The current round features eight remaining titles, including popular choices like Alien: Isolation, Dead Space, and Amnesia: The Dark Descent, which all won their previous matchups by significant margins.
Vote for the scariest game of all time: Round 1
PC Gamer is hosting a bracket-style tournament to determine the scariest PC game of all time. Readers nominated games, and the top 16 have been seeded into head-to-head matchups. Voting for the first round concludes on Wednesday, October 28, with subsequent rounds narrowing the field until a winner is revealed on Saturday.
Silent Hill: Townfall Team Deliberately “Kept in the Dark”About Other Titles
The development team behind Silent Hill: Townfall was kept separate from other Silent Hill projects, including Silent Hill f, Ascension, and the Silent Hill 2 remake. Game director Jonn McKellan stated they learned about these other titles at the same time as the public. Konami adopted a hands-off approach to avoid project overlap, which has been seen as a positive strategy given the franchise's recent resurgence.
My PS2 is officially 26 years old, but my all-time favorite games still hold up on it
The author reflects on the enduring appeal of PlayStation 2 games as the console turns 26. Despite the effort required to play them on modern hardware, several titles like Silent Hill 2, Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, and The Simpsons: Hit & Run still offer unique and enjoyable experiences that hold up today.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 and Resident Evil prove that game worlds, not characters, make the best adaptations
Recent adaptations like Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 and the Resident Evil movie demonstrate that focusing on game worlds rather than exact character retellings leads to greater success. By building new stories within established universes like Night City and Raccoon City, these projects retain the spirit of the source material while offering fresh narratives. This approach is proving more effective than direct rehashes, as seen with the critical failure of Silent Hill 2's film adaptation.
Silent Hill boss says Konami planning more new games for years to come
Konami is planning to release new Silent Hill games annually, with producer Motoi Okamoto confirming that projects beyond the current wave are already in development. Following the successful releases of Silent Hill 2 remake, Silent Hill f, and Silent Hill: Townfall, the next title will be a remake of the original 1999 game. Konami is collaborating with various studios like Bloober Team and NeoBards Entertainment to bring diverse experiences to the franchise.
Onyx: The Dark Grip Composer Focused on “Evoking a Sense of Unease” But “With Elements of Hope”
Composer Jan Borysewicz discussed his approach to the music for Bloober Team's upcoming game, Onyx: The Dark Grip, aiming to evoke unease with elements of hope rather than pure horror. He believes the score would fit well in a feature film, and Bloober Team CEO Piotr Babieno expressed excitement about the collaboration. The game is set to launch in 2027 exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Diskutera – Vilken remake blev bättre än originalet?
This article discusses which video game remakes have surpassed their original versions. It highlights examples like Resident Evil 2 (2019), Black Mesa, and System Shock, while also acknowledging controversial titles like Warcraft III: Reforged and subjective cases like Final Fantasy VII Remake.
How Silent Hill Lost Its Way and Found It Again
The Silent Hill franchise has undergone a significant revival, moving from a period of inconsistent releases and cancelled projects to a successful comeback spearheaded by new titles like the Silent Hill 2 Remake, Silent Hill f, and Silent Hill: Townfall. Konami's strategy of betting big on the franchise with multiple external studios, each bringing a unique vision, has successfully recaptured its psychological horror roots and innovative spirit, suggesting a bright future with potential for annual releases.
Shack Chat: Which developer would you like to see make a Konami game next?
Shacknews staff members discuss which developers they would like to see tackle Konami's classic franchises. Suggestions include Remedy Entertainment for Metal Gear, VS Studio for Bloody Roar, and Yacht Club Games for Contra, among others.
Every Silent Hill game ranked from worst to best - from 1999 to 2026
This article ranks all Silent Hill games from worst to best, including upcoming titles like Silent Hill f and Townfall. While Silent Hill 2 is considered the series' pinnacle, many entries, including Silent Hill: Ascension and Book of Memories, are heavily criticized for poor execution and deviation from the series' core horror elements. Upcoming games and the Silent Hill 2 remake show promise for the franchise's revival.
The scariest part of Silent Hill: Townfall? It's not the monsters—it's British interior design
Silent Hill: Townfall's Scottish island setting of St Amelia is praised for its authentic 1996 British interior design, which evokes a unique sense of unease and familiarity for players. Game director Jon McKellan highlights the meticulous research, including Argos catalogues, used to recreate these spaces. The article argues that this specific environmental detail, rather than monsters, is the game's scariest and most compelling aspect.
Snabbkollen: Spelar du skräckspel?
A survey asks players if they engage with horror games, two years after a similar poll. The results show that 29% of respondents actively play horror games, 39% play them occasionally, and 31% avoid them entirely. This comes as Konami continues to release new Silent Hill titles.
Silent Hill: Townfall - All Details: Setting, Release & More
Silent Hill: Townfall is set to release on September 24, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Steam, and the Epic Games Store. Developed by Screen Burn Interactive and co-published by Konami and Annapurna Interactive, the game shifts the series to a first-person perspective on a remote Scottish island, featuring a new protagonist named Simon Ordell and a unique CRTV mechanic for interacting with the environment and enemies. This installment continues Konami's approach of treating Silent Hill as a framework for diverse psychological horror stories.
Silent Hill: Townfall review - an often inspired, if slightly lumbering trek into the fog
Silent Hill: Townfall offers an inspired, albeit somewhat slow-paced, journey into the iconic foggy town, exploring themes of trauma, corporate neglect, and the challenges faced by healthcare workers. While the stealth mechanics can be tedious, the game's narrative and atmosphere are compelling, particularly in its second half, making it an interesting exploration of developer identity within the Silent Hill franchise.
Silent Hill: Townfall Review – Medical Marvel
Silent Hill: Townfall is an impressive new entry in the psychological horror franchise, delivering a memorable experience with an engaging story, unsettling atmosphere, and stunning visuals. Developed by Screen Burn Interactive, the game successfully balances mystery and revelation, offering tense combat, stealth, and thoughtful puzzles, all grounded by tactile diegetic UI elements. While exploration can occasionally feel barebones and enemy variety is limited, the overall package is a strong addition that cements Konami's resurgent success.
Silent Hill: Townfall review - fear and loathing in Scotland
Silent Hill: Townfall is a highly effective survival horror game that successfully captures the franchise's signature dread and psychological terror, despite not introducing many new ideas. Developed by Screen Burn and published by Konami and Annapurna Interactive, the game features a compelling atmosphere and genuinely frightening moments, though its pacing can be slow due to its emphasis on stealth and infrequent checkpoints. It is available on PlayStation 5 and PC.
Silent Hill: Townfall (PS5) Review: Not Your Father’s Silent Hill
Silent Hill: Townfall offers a tense and compelling survival horror experience that, while feeling authentic to the brand, carves its own unique path. Developer Screen Burn Interactive masterfully uses a first-person perspective and a handheld CRTV device for navigation and threat avoidance, creating an intimate and engaging atmosphere. Despite some challenging puzzles and labyrinthine environments, the game successfully balances new mechanics with escalating threats, delivering a fresh take on the Silent Hill formula.
Silent Hill: Townfall Completes The Series’ Comeback With Another Great Entry
Silent Hill: Townfall is a strong addition to the series' comeback, offering a familiar yet unique horror experience. The game successfully captures the series' signature unsettling atmosphere and melancholy, while introducing innovative gameplay mechanics like the handheld CRTV device for stealth and combat. Its narrative, set in Scotland, explores themes of tragedy and accountability, standing as a standalone entry that honors the series' past while forging a new path.
