Bloober Team has recently inked a new deal with Konami to develop a game based on the latter's IP, hot on the heels of their successful Silent Hill 2 remake. While the specifics of the new game remain under wraps, the nature of Bloober's horror game expertise hints at another potential entry in the Silent Hill series.
Piotr Babieno, CEO of Bloober Team, shared the following insights:
Konami, a legendary name in the gaming industry, sought a partner who could breathe new life into one of its most iconic franchises — Silent Hill. Bloober Team was selected for their expertise in horror and atmospheric storytelling, and in 2021, both companies signed a partnership agreement. In October 2022, during the official Silent Hill Transmission livestream, it was announced that Bloober Team was working on a remake of Silent Hill 2, widely regarded as one of the best psychological horror games in history.
The success of the remake proved that Bloober Team had perfectly captured the atmosphere and depth of the original while introducing crucial innovations. The game was well-received by players, earning an 86/100 rating on Metacritic and an 88/100 on OpenCritic, along with numerous awards, including Game of the Year 2024 from IGN Japan and Best Horror Game of the Year from the IGN Community Awards.
The trust built upon the success of Silent Hill 2 laid the foundation for signing another agreement for a new project. The deal aligns with Bloober Team’s strategic plan to expand its internal development division within a first-party framework.
Our collaboration with Konami has been incredibly fruitful, and the success of Silent Hill 2 speaks for itself. By sharing knowledge and experience, we have been able to create high-quality production together. Of course, we can't reveal too many details at this time, but we are confident that fans will be just as excited about our collaboration as we are. We can't wait to share something truly special with players when the time is right.
The Silent Hill 2 remake, released on October 8, 2024, for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam, sold an impressive one million copies within days, potentially setting a new record for the fastest-selling Silent Hill game, although this has not yet been confirmed by Konami. IGN's review of the Silent Hill 2 remake awarded it an 8/10, praising it as "a great way to visit – or revisit – one of the most dread-inducing destinations in the history of survival horror."
The success of the Silent Hill 2 remake has clearly bolstered Konami's commitment to the franchise, with ongoing projects like Silent Hill f and Silent Hill: Townfall, and the possibility of remaking more past Silent Hill games. A film adaptation of Silent Hill 2 is also in the works, and modders are enhancing the PC version with various modifications.
The big question now is, what will this new Bloober game for Konami be? Speculation leans towards another Silent Hill game, which could either be a remake or a brand-new addition to the franchise.
For those diving into the Silent Hill 2 remake, new puzzles and redesigned maps await. Our Silent Hill 2 Walkthrough Hub is the perfect resource for navigating the game. Additionally, our guides cover the Silent Hill 2 Remake endings, all key locations, and what changes in New Game+.
