"Silent Hill f: Japan's New Horror Experience"

Silent Hill f marks a thrilling departure for the iconic horror series, setting its chilling narrative in 1960s Japan rather than the familiar foggy town of Silent Hill. Dive into the unique concepts and themes of Silent Hill f, and discover the challenges the developers encountered during its creation.

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, including a captivating new trailer. Unlike previous entries, Silent Hill f unfolds in a fictional Japanese town named Ebisugaoka, inspired by the real-life town of Kanayama in Gero, Gifu Prefecture. The developers meticulously recreated the town, capturing its intricate alleyways and everyday sounds, while blending historical references to authentically represent the 1960s setting.

The game's story follows Shimizu Hinako, an ordinary teenager whose life takes a terrifying turn when her town is engulfed in fog and undergoes horrifying transformations. Hinako must navigate this unrecognizable environment, solve puzzles, and battle strange enemies to survive and confront a pivotal decision. The narrative is described as "a tale about a beautiful yet terrifying choice."

Find the Beauty in Terror

Silent Hill series producer Motoi Okamoto emphasized that the core concept of Silent Hill f is to "find the beauty in terror." While retaining the series' signature psychological horror, the team ventured into new territory by setting the game in Japan. Okamoto highlighted that Japanese horror often intertwines beauty with terror, suggesting that extreme beauty can become unsettling. Players will experience this through the eyes of Hinako, who faces a decision that is both beautiful and terrifying.

Silent Hill f Is A Completely Independent Story

Okamoto assured that Silent Hill f offers a standalone story, welcoming new players while still delighting long-time fans with subtle easter eggs. The game's writer, Ryukishi07, known for his psychological Japanese horror visual novels, brings his expertise to the project. As a fan of the franchise, Ryukishi07 has played all the Silent Hill games and views Silent Hill f as both a return to the series' roots and a fresh challenge.

One of the significant challenges faced by the team was creating a Silent Hill game outside the titular town. Ryukishi07 expressed confidence in their creation but is eager to see how fans will respond to this new direction. He stated, "Naturally, from a creator’s standpoint, I feel I can confidently say that what we’ve made is a Silent Hill game. However, we’re interested in seeing how long-time fans of the series feel after playing, and if they agree."

Silent Hill f is now available for wishlisting on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. While no specific release date has been announced, fans can stay updated by following our coverage.