Konami's latest Silent Hill Transmission has brought us exciting new details about the highly anticipated Silent Hill f, an upcoming entry in the beloved horror franchise set in 1960s Japan. Initially announced in 2022, Silent Hill f promises to transport players into a "beautiful, therefore terrifying" world, penned by the renowned Japanese visual novel writer Ryukishi07, known for the Higurashi and Umineko series.
Silent Hill f Aims to 'Find the Beauty in Terror' and Present Players With a Beautiful Yet Terrifying Choice in 1960s Japan
Konami unveiled a brand-new trailer for Silent Hill f, shedding light on its core theme of "finding the beauty in terror." The game will thrust players into a gripping narrative set in 1960s Japan, where they will face a profound and haunting decision.The story follows Shimizu Hinkao, an ordinary teenager whose life is turned upside down when her town is enveloped in mysterious fog and undergoes horrifying transformations. As she navigates this unrecognizable world, Shimizu must solve puzzles, battle strange enemies, and survive to confront the ultimate decision that awaits her. This narrative promises to be a tale about a beautiful yet terrifying choice.
Designed as an original story, Silent Hill f welcomes new players while offering Easter eggs for long-time fans of the series. The setting is the fictional town of Ebisugaoka, inspired by the real location of Kanayama, Gero, in Gifu Prefecture.
Creature and character designer kera expressed his excitement about contributing to the series, highlighting the influence of Silent Hill 2 on his work. He emphasized the challenge of creating monster designs that pay homage to the franchise's legacy while introducing something uniquely Japanese. "The monster designs were the hardest. I had to consider everything that's come in Silent Hill before, and figure out how to take this game in a different direction, but still be Silent Hill. It might not be the exact same blood-smeared, rusting scenery, but I sincerely hope you'll enjoy our vision and the world we've created," kera shared.
Music plays a pivotal role in Silent Hill f, with long-time Silent Hill composer Akira Yamaoka teaming up with Kensuke Inage, known for his work on the Dynasty Warriors series. Inage is crafting music for the game's Otherworld, blending ancient Japanese court music with ambient echoes to evoke the protagonist's emotional journey. "I have composed music for an unsettling yet beautiful world that uses imagery from shrines, blending ancient Japanese court music with ambient echoes," Inage explained. "I wove in various techniques that will connect the player to the protagonist's agony, internal conflict, fear, and other emotions."
While a specific release date remains undisclosed, Silent Hill f is confirmed to launch on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, promising a thrilling addition to the Silent Hill saga.
