Having never played the original Silent Hill 2 or delved into its story, the only thing that stayed with me for years was its reputation as one of the best psychological horror games of all time. Now I see exactly why.
Words can't express how excited I was when the remake was announced. My excitement only grew when I learned that Bloober Team was involved, knowing their strong record in creating immersive and psychologically complex horror experiences.
The atmosphere grips you from the start, with haunting visuals, terrifying sounds, and an oppressive fog. I must emphasize the sound design—it’s perfect throughout the game. Paired with the haptic feedback of the DualSense controller, the immersion is unparalleled.
The characters are enigmatic, and the story’s evolution remains cryptic, just as I expected. The multiple possible endings based on how you play make for a personalized experience. Combat is interesting enough, as is the variety of enemies, and I didn’t encounter any performance issues.
It was a unique experience, but also a deeply unsettling one due to the game's dark, depressing nature. I can’t wait for more remakes from this franchise.