Silent Hill 2 Remake Earns Praise from Original Director

Silent Hill 2 Remake Receives Rave Review from Original Director

Masashi Tsuboyama, director of the original Silent Hill 2, has lauded the 2024 remake, highlighting its potential to introduce a new generation to the iconic psychological horror experience. In a series of October 4th tweets, Tsuboyama expressed his delight, stating, "As a creator, I’m very happy about it. It’s been 23 years! Even if you don’t know the original you can just enjoy the remake as it is."

He emphasized the advancements in gaming technology as a key factor, noting the significant improvements in expressiveness and storytelling capabilities compared to the original's technical limitations. Specifically, Tsuboyama praised the updated camera perspective, a considerable upgrade from the original's restrictive fixed angles. He admitted dissatisfaction with the original's camera, calling it "a continuous process of hard work that was not rewarded," but lauded the remake's more immersive and realistic feel.

However, Tsuboyama expressed some reservations regarding the marketing strategy, particularly concerning the pre-order bonus content—the Mira the Dog and Pyramid Head masks. He questioned the promotional appeal of these items to players unfamiliar with the original game, suggesting they might detract from the narrative's intended impact. He stated, "The differences between the original and the remake, 4K, Photorealism, the bonus headgear, etc. are all mediocre...It seems like they’re not doing enough to convey the appeal of the work to the generation that doesn’t know Silent Hill."

Despite these minor concerns, Tsuboyama's overall positive assessment underscores Bloober Team's success in capturing the essence of the original while modernizing it for contemporary audiences. Game8's 92/100 review echoes this sentiment, emphasizing the remake's ability to create a profound emotional impact, skillfully blending fear and sorrow.

For a more in-depth look at the Silent Hill 2 Remake, check out our full review.