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Legendary Silent Hill artist clarifies iconic Bubble Head nurse origins after 21 years, yet some fans still don't…
Silent Hill 2 art director Masahiro Ito clarified that the inspiration for the game's iconic Bubble Head nurse and Lying Figure enemies came from the Butoh-style dances in Madonna's 'Nothing Really Matters' music video, not the song or Madonna herself. Ito expressed frustration with fans misinterpreting his past statements and insisting on Madonna's influence on the game's atmosphere.
The Epic Games Mega Sale is now on with weekly free games
The Epic Games Mega Sale has begun, offering discounts of up to 75% on PC games until June 11. The sale also features weekly free game giveaways, with Sunderfolk and Batman: The Telltale Series Shadows Edition available until May 21. Several highlighted titles include Stellar Blade, Cyberpunk 2077, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Complete Edition.
Best games you won’t believe are turning 25 in 2026
Several iconic video games released around the turn of the millennium are celebrating significant anniversaries, with many turning 25 in 2026. Titles like Gran Turismo 3, Devil May Cry, Halo: Combat Evolved, Metal Gear Solid 2, Super Smash Bros. Melee, Final Fantasy X, Silent Hill 2, Ico, Conker's Bad Fur Day, and Grand Theft Auto 3 are highlighted for their lasting impact and influence on the industry.
Best games you won’t believe are turning 25 in 2026
Several iconic video games released around the turn of the millennium are celebrating significant anniversaries, with many turning 25 in 2026. Titles like Gran Turismo 3, Devil May Cry, Halo: Combat Evolved, Metal Gear Solid 2, Super Smash Bros. Melee, Final Fantasy X, Silent Hill 2, Ico, Conker's Bad Fur Day, and Grand Theft Auto 3 are highlighted for their lasting impact and influence on the industry.
What We Played – Forza Horizon 6, Outbound & Everything is Crab
Several gaming outlets shared their recent playtime, including Forza Horizon 6, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on Nintendo Switch, and Everything is Crab. Other titles discussed include Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Skull & Bones, and various indie games.
Konami belatedly realises hey, we might have something here, as the first properly new Silent Hill in 13 years sells…
Konami has announced that Silent Hill f, the first new entry in the series since 2012, has sold over two million copies. The survival horror game, developed by Neobards Entertainment, received a 90% review score from PC Gamer. This success, alongside the Metal Gear series' strong sales, indicates a positive return for Konami in game development.
Silent Hill f Sales Surpass 2 Million, Silent Hill 2 Remake Surpasses Six Million Players
Konami announced that Silent Hill f has sold over two million units worldwide, while the Silent Hill 2 remake has surpassed six million players across sales and subscription services. Silent Hill 2 is available on Xbox Series X/S, PC, and PlayStation 5, featuring updated graphics, sound, and gameplay mechanics.
Konami Successfully Revives Silent Hill with Strong Sales for 2 Remake, F
Konami has announced significant sales milestones for its revived Silent Hill franchise. Silent Hill F has sold over two million units since its launch, while Silent Hill 2 has been played by over six million players. The publisher is further supporting the franchise with upcoming titles like Silent Hill: Townfall and a remake of the original Silent Hill.
After 2 hours, this new Lovecraftian horror game feels like a faithful mashup of Resident Evil and Silent Hill
The Sinking City 2, developed by Frogwares, shifts from investigation to survival horror, drawing comparisons to Resident Evil and Silent Hill. The preview highlights its Lovecraftian setting in Arkham, resource management, combat against grotesque monsters, and puzzle-solving elements, all while retaining some of the original's investigative mechanics. The game is slated for release in 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
The Sinking City 2's Shift To Survival Horror Leaves It Treading For Air
The Sinking City 2 is shifting from its predecessor's ambitious open-world approach to a more focused survival horror experience. While the genre shift makes sense for developer Frogwares' Lovecraftian roots, early impressions suggest the game feels rote and uninspired, relying heavily on familiar survival horror tropes without offering significant challenge or innovation. Despite the gameplay concerns, the narrative featuring a protagonist seeking to rescue his wife from a supernatural ordeal shows promise.
What We Played – TerraTech Legion, Saros & Mixtape
Several team members share their recent gaming experiences, including TerraTech Legion, Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, Silent Hill 2, and Shadow of the Colossus. Other titles mentioned include Dragon Quest I: HD-2D Remaster, Starfield, Gears of War: Reloaded, Destiny 2, and various indie games like Midnight Saturn and Duck Side of the Moon.
The 30 Best Video Game Remakes
This article ranks the 30 best video game remakes, distinguishing them from remasters by their comprehensive rebuilding of original titles. It highlights how remakes blend nostalgia with modern sensibilities to appeal to both veteran and new players, showcasing examples from various developers like Square Enix, Capcom, and Nintendo across multiple platforms.
Daily Video Game Deals May 4 – Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster, Raidou: Remastered, NINJA GAIDEN 4 Deluxe Edition, Life Is Strange: Double Exposure, Scar-Lead Salvation, MLB: The Show 26 & More
Daily video game deals for May 4th include significant discounts on titles such as Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster, Raidou: Remastered, NINJA GAIDEN 4 Deluxe Edition, and Life Is Strange: Double Exposure. These deals are available across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Surprise Hit 2025 Game Getting PS5 Pro PSSR 2 Update
Embark Studios' multiplayer hit Arc Raiders is receiving PSSR 2 support for the PlayStation 5 Pro with its upcoming Riven Tides update on April 28, 2026. This enhancement aims to provide sharper visuals and more stable reconstruction of fine details. Arc Raiders joins a growing list of titles confirmed to support the PlayStation 5 Pro's new performance feature.
Why 2002's Resident Evil Zero Still Looks Better Than Today's Games | HappyGamer
A Reddit discussion highlights that Resident Evil Zero's 2002 prerendered backgrounds still hold up against modern games, sparking debate about the artistic merits lost in the transition to real-time 3D graphics. The article argues that modern technology could revive prerendered backgrounds to create visually stunning and atmospheric game worlds, particularly for horror and mystery genres.
Dead Space Proves Horror Games Can Terrify Players for Years
The 2008 game Dead Space continues to terrify players years later due to its focus on atmosphere and systematic horror rather than relying solely on jump scares. This design philosophy, developed by Visceral Games, has proven to have lasting appeal and replayability, influencing modern horror game development. The success of the Dead Space remake in 2023 further validates the original's enduring design principles.
With Silent Hill 2's source code still MIA, a dedicated fan has decided to restore the game's CGI renders: 'Takayoshi' Sato's work was incredible for its time'
A fan is restoring the original CGI renders for Silent Hill 2, as the game's source code is lost and an official remaster seems unlikely. While the fan uses an AI upscaler, they manually edit the images in Photoshop to maintain quality and avoid an "AI look." This project aims to preserve a part of the classic game in the absence of official efforts.
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Daily video game deals are available on April 25, 2026, featuring discounts on titles such as Star Wars Outlaws, Darkest Dungeon II, WWE 2K26, Persona 3 Reload, Silent Hill 2, FANTASIAN Neo Dimension, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Hogwarts Legacy, and Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – Definitive Edition. These deals span across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC platforms.
Save On Limited Edition PS5 Consoles, Game, And More – The Best PS5 Deals Of The Week (May 15, 2026)
This week's PlayStation 5 deals include discounts on various games like Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, Octopath Traveler 0, and Diablo 4. Limited edition PS5 bundles, such as the Ghost of Yotei Gold Limited Edition, are available for $600. Accessory deals include refurbished DualSense controllers and gaming headsets from Razer and Sony.
Daily Video Game Deals Apr 18 – Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Lies of P, Persona 5 Royal, Alan Wake 2, Silent Hill 2, DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined, Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition, WWE 2K26 & More
Daily video game deals are available on April 18, 2026, featuring discounts on numerous titles across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Featured games include Assassin's Creed Shadows, Lies of P, Persona 5 Royal, Alan Wake 2, Silent Hill 2, DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined, Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition, and WWE 2K26.