Silent Hill f Brings Signature Horror to Japan

Silent Hill f marks a thrilling departure for the iconic horror series, setting its chilling narrative in Japan for the first time. Dive into the unique concepts and themes of Silent Hill f, and discover the hurdles the developers overcame to bring this vision to life.

Silent Hill Transmission Sheds Light on Silent Hill f

New Official Reveal Trailer

The game's narrative follows Shimizu Hinako, an ordinary teenager whose life takes a dark turn when her town is engulfed in fog and undergoes terrifying transformations. Hinako must navigate this unrecognizable environment, solve puzzles, battle bizarre foes, and make a crucial decision to survive. The story is described as "a tale about a beautiful yet terrifying choice."

Silent Hill f is set in the fictional town of Ebisugaoka, inspired by Kanayama in Gero, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. The developers meticulously recreated the town, capturing its intricate alleyways using reference photos and local sounds. They also integrated historical materials to authentically depict the 1960s setting.

Find the Beauty in Terror

Silent Hill series producer Motoi Okamoto highlighted the game's central theme: "find the beauty in terror." While maintaining the series' signature psychological horror, the team embraced the challenge of setting the game in Japan, exploring themes unique to Japanese horror.

Okamoto explained, "Japanese horror often finds terror within beauty. When something becomes too perfect, it can become unsettling. Players will experience this through the eyes of a young girl facing a beautiful yet terrifying decision."

Silent Hill f Is A Completely Independent Story

Okamoto emphasized that Silent Hill f offers a standalone story, welcoming new players while delighting long-time fans with subtle easter eggs. Fans of the game's writer, Ryukishi07, known for his psychological horror visual novels, will find the narrative particularly engaging.

As a dedicated fan of the franchise, Ryukishi07 has played every Silent Hill game. He views Silent Hill f as both a return to the series' roots and a fresh challenge. One significant challenge was creating a Silent Hill game outside the series' traditional setting.

Ryukishi07 confidently stated, "From a creator’s standpoint, I believe we've made a true Silent Hill game. We're eager to see how fans react and if they agree with our vision."

Silent Hill f is now available for wishlisting on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. While no specific release date has been announced, stay updated with the latest news by clicking on our article below!