Silent Hill f: Japan's New Horror Experience

Discover the thrilling departure from tradition with Silent Hill f, the first game in the series set in Japan. Dive into the unique concepts, themes, and challenges the developers encountered while crafting this new installment.

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 horrifying turn when her town becomes enshrouded in fog and transforms into something unrecognizable. Hinako must navigate this changed environment, solve puzzles, battle eerie foes, and make a crucial decision to survive. The story promises a journey through a "beautiful yet terrifying choice."

Set in the fictional town of Ebisugaoka, inspired by Kanayama in Gero, Gifu Prefecture, Japan, the developers meticulously recreated the town's intricate alleyways. They utilized reference photos, ambient sounds, and historical materials to authentically depict the 1960s setting.

Find the Beauty in Terror

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

Okamoto explained, "Japanese horror often intertwines beauty with terror. When beauty becomes overwhelming, it can turn 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 still 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 bold new direction. One of the key challenges was creating a Silent Hill game outside the iconic town.

Ryukishi07 confidently stated, "From a creator's perspective, we believe we've crafted a true Silent Hill experience. We're eager to see how the series' long-time fans react and whether they agree."

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 tuned for the latest updates by clicking on our article below!