Bloober Team, fresh off the success of their Silent Hill 2 remake, has announced a new partnership with Konami to develop a game based on one of Konami's iconic IPs. While neither company has revealed the title or franchise, Bloober's expertise in horror and the phenomenal sales of the Silent Hill 2 remake (2 million copies sold!) strongly suggest another entry in the Silent Hill universe. Konami will act as both publisher and rights holder for this mystery project.
Here's what Bloober Team CEO Piotr Babieno had to say:
Konami, a legendary name in gaming, sought a partner to revitalize one of their most iconic franchises—Silent Hill. Bloober Team was chosen for our expertise in horror and atmospheric storytelling. In 2021, we signed a partnership agreement, and in October 2022, we announced the Silent Hill 2 remake during the Silent Hill Transmission livestream.
The remake's success—an 86/100 on Metacritic and 88/100 on OpenCritic, along with awards like IGN Japan's Game of the Year 2024 and the IGN Community Awards' Best Horror Game of the Year—demonstrated our ability to capture the original's atmosphere and depth while adding crucial innovations.
This success built the foundation for our new agreement. This project aligns with Bloober Team's strategic plan to expand our internal development within a first-party framework. Our collaboration with Konami has been incredibly fruitful, and the Silent Hill 2 remake speaks for itself. We've shared knowledge and experience to create high-quality productions. While details are scarce, we're confident fans will be thrilled with this new collaboration. We look forward to sharing more when the time is right.
The Silent Hill 2 remake, released October 8, 2024, on PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam (with no Xbox Series X|S version announced yet), sold one million copies within days. This might be the fastest-selling Silent Hill game ever, though Konami hasn't officially confirmed this. IGN's review gave the remake an 8/10, stating: “Silent Hill 2 is a great way to visit – or revisit – one of the most dread-inducing destinations in the history of survival horror.”
AnswerSee ResultsThe Silent Hill 2 remake's success significantly boosts Konami's plans for the franchise. Silent Hill f and Silent Hill: Townfall are underway, and further remakes are possible. A Silent Hill 2 film adaptation is also in the works. PC modders are even creating impressive modifications for the Silent Hill 2 remake, altering elements like hair sheen and fog.
The mystery remains: What is Bloober Team's new Konami project? Is it a remake of a classic Silent Hill game, or a brand-new entry in the series?
For those tackling the Silent Hill 2 remake, our resources include a walkthrough hub, a guide to the endings, key location guides, and details on New Game+.
