Silent Hill
News, coverage and analysis tracking Silent Hill across the outlets.
Advanced Shader Delivery banishes long loads and shader stutter on first time launch, but only for certain games and there are a number of other caveats tooMicrosoft's Advanced Shader Delivery technology now supports AMD RDNA 3, 3.5, and 4 GPUs, including the Radeon RX 7000, 8000, and 9000 series, via the latest Adrenalin drivers. This feature, previously exclusive to the ROG Xbox Ally, pre-compiles shaders to eliminate long load times and stuttering on first-time game launches, particularly benefiting titles like Forza Horizon 6, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, and others downloaded through the Xbox app.- Horns - solo dev gameHorns is a solo-developed RPG that blends classic gameplay mechanics from the late '90s and early 2000s, such as Resident Evil and Morrowind, with modern influences from games like The Witcher and Elden Ring. The game emphasizes narrative and exploration as players uncover mysteries in the realm of Velharion. It is available on Steam.
Windrose hits 2 million sales milestone, proving yet again that the world really, really wanted a good pirate gameThe early access pirate simulation game Windrose has surpassed two million sales approximately one month after its release. This milestone highlights the strong demand for quality pirate-themed games. The developers are planning an upcoming patch to address community issues before beginning full production on the next major update.- Live with a monster in FEED IT.Games On A Chair and Pretty Soon have revealed FEED IT, a psychological horror game where players must feed a creature. The game features a disturbing premise, multiple endings, and draws inspiration from titles like Silent Hill. A demo will be available in June during Steam Next Fest, with the full release planned for summer 2026 on PC.
Hokum Is Basically A Silent Hill Movie But GoodThe film Hokum is being compared to Silent Hill due to its use of audio logs, item-based puzzles, and psychological horror elements, making it feel like a video game. Director Damian Mc Carthy's work on the film has led to speculation that he would be a strong candidate to direct a future Silent Hill movie for Konami.
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 PlayersKonami 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.- Silent Hill 2 Remake Reaches 6 Million Players as Silent Hill f Hits New Sales MilestoneKonami's Silent Hill franchise is experiencing a resurgence, with Silent Hill 2 Remake surpassing 6 million players and Silent Hill f achieving over 2 million sales. These milestones indicate a successful revival for the long-dormant horror series.
Konami Successfully Revives Silent Hill with Strong Sales for 2 Remake, FKonami 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.- Silent Hill f shipments and digital sales top two millionTotal shipments and digital sales for the game Silent Hill f have exceeded two million units globally. This milestone indicates strong commercial performance for the title since its release.
Silent Hill f Crosses 2 Million Shipments WorldwideKonami announced that Silent Hill f has shipped over two million units worldwide. The survival horror game, developed by NeoBards Entertainment and featuring a narrative by Ryukishi07, was released on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC. Despite mixed reactions to its combat, the game received praise for its storytelling and creature designs.
Silent Hill 2 Remake Surpasses 6 Million PlayersBloober Team's Silent Hill 2 Remake has surpassed six million players across sales and subscription services as of April 24th. The survival horror remake, released in October 2024 for PlayStation 5 and PC, with an Xbox Series X/S release in 2025, features overhauled gameplay and updated environments compared to the 2001 original. Bloober Team is also developing a remake of the first Silent Hill.
I've walked the waterlogged streets of The Sinking City 2, and we might finally have a Cthulhu survival horror game to rival Resident Evil and Silent HillThe Sinking City 2, developed by Frogwares, reimagines the strengths of its predecessor with a focus on survival horror elements rather than an open world. The game features a flooded Massachusetts town, limited ammunition, puzzles, and Lovecraftian enemies like the Slither and Stygian. It aims to be a Cthulhu-themed survival horror game comparable to Resident Evil and Silent Hill, incorporating investigation mechanics that reward players with upgrade currency.
Metal Gear Series Reaches 66.1 Million Sales, Silent Hill Series Tops 17.1 MillionKonami announced that the Metal Gear franchise has sold 66.1 million units worldwide as of March 2026, boosted by the release of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater. The Silent Hill franchise has reached 17.1 million sales, with Silent Hill f contributing to this figure. Upcoming titles like Townfall are expected to further drive sales for both series.
Steam week in review: Forza Horizon is the last truly mainstream multiplatform racing seriesForza Horizon 6 is a top seller on Steam, with over 500,000 pre-orders reported by mid-April, indicating strong consumer interest despite the game's not yet being released. The article discusses the declining mainstream relevance of racing games, with Forza Horizon being a notable exception, and analyzes sales trends for various racing titles on Steam.
Echograph combines Fatal Frame and Resident Evil in one creepy packageEchograph is an upcoming isometric survival horror game developed by Pappy's Pipe Dream that blends Resident Evil-style exploration with Fatal Frame-inspired ghost combat. Players control Layla, who returns to her family manor to uncover the truth behind a tragedy. The game features a unique mechanic where players use a camera to capture ghosts, dealing more damage the closer they are.
Dragon Quest And Three Other Titles Inducted Into Video Game Hall Of FameThe Strong National Museum of Play has inducted four new titles into its World Video Game Hall of Fame for 2026: Angry Birds, FIFA International Soccer, Silent Hill, and Dragon Quest. These games were recognized for their sustained popularity and significant influence on the video game industry and popular culture.
2026 World Video Game Hall of Fame winners announcedThe winners for the 2026 World Video Game Hall of Fame have been announced, recognizing iconic titles for their longevity, reach, and influence. This year's inductees include Angry Birds, Dragon Quest, FIFA International Soccer, and Silent Hill, alongside other notable games like Frogger, Galaga, League of Legends, Mega Man, PaRappa the Rapper, RuneScape, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, and Tokimeki Memorial. While no Nintendo-developed titles were inducted this year, some of the chosen games have ties to Nintendo platforms.
2026 World Video Game Hall of Fame finalists announcedThe finalists for the 2026 World Video Game Hall of Fame have been announced, featuring titles such as Angry Birds, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, and League of Legends. While no Nintendo-developed titles are among the finalists, some have ties to Nintendo platforms. Public voting for a 'Player's Choice' ballot will take place from March 5 to March 13, with winners announced on May 7.- Angry Birds and FIFA International Soccer join the World Video Game Hall of FameAngry Birds, FIFA International Soccer, Silent Hill, and Dragon Quest have been inducted into the World Video Game Hall of Fame as part of the class of 2026. These titles join a prestigious list of games recognized for their global impact and influence.