Silent Hill f marks a thrilling new chapter for the iconic horror franchise, shifting its setting from the familiar American town to 1960s Japan. Dive in to discover the unique themes and challenges that the developers encountered while crafting this latest installment.
Silent Hill Transmission Sheds Light on Silent Hill f
New Official Reveal Trailer
The Silent Hill Transmission on March 13, 2025, provided fans with fresh insights into Silent Hill f, complete with an enthralling new trailer. Breaking tradition, Silent Hill f unfolds in a fictional Japanese town called Ebisugaoka, inspired by the real town of Kanayama in Gero, Gifu Prefecture. The developers meticulously recreated this setting, capturing its intricate alleyways and the essence of everyday life, all set against the backdrop of the 1960s.The narrative follows Shimizu Hinako, an ordinary teenager whose world is turned upside down when her town becomes enveloped in a mysterious fog, transforming into a nightmarish landscape. As Hinako, players will navigate this unrecognizable town, solve puzzles, battle eerie foes, and strive to survive, all leading to a pivotal, haunting decision. The story promises a chilling exploration of "a beautiful yet terrifying choice."
Find the Beauty in Terror
Motoi Okamoto, the Silent Hill series producer, highlighted the central theme of Silent Hill f as "finding the beauty in terror." While maintaining the series' signature psychological horror, the game delves into the unique aspects of Japanese horror where beauty can be intertwined with fear. Okamoto explained, "In Japanese horror, when something becomes too perfect and beautiful, it can be unsettling. Players will see this world through the eyes of a young girl facing a beautiful yet terrifying decision."
Silent Hill f Is A Completely Independent Story
Okamoto emphasized that Silent Hill f stands as a standalone story, welcoming both newcomers and veteran fans of the series. The game includes subtle easter eggs for long-time fans and is crafted by Ryukishi07, renowned for his work on psychological Japanese horror visual novels. As a dedicated fan of the franchise, Ryukishi07 aims to both honor Silent Hill’s roots and push the series into new territory. He shared, "One of our biggest challenges was creating a Silent Hill game outside its traditional setting. We are eager to see if fans agree that we've achieved that."
Silent Hill f is now available for wishlist on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. While an exact release date remains under wraps, stay tuned for more updates by clicking on our article below!
