Konami Celebrates Silent Hill 2 Remake Hitting 2 Million Sales

Konami has celebrated the resounding success of the Silent Hill 2 remake, which has surpassed the impressive milestone of 2 million sales. Developed by Bloober Team, the game was released on October 8, 2024, for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam. While there's no confirmation yet on an Xbox Series X and S version, the game quickly sold one million copies within days of its launch, potentially making it the fastest-selling title in the Silent Hill series, although Konami has not officially confirmed this record.

Since its release, the Silent Hill 2 remake has garnered numerous accolades, including perfect scores from several reviewers, along with multiple award wins and nominations. This has solidified its status as a timeless classic within the horror video game genre. Konami stated, "Since its release, Silent Hill 2 has received a multitude of accolades including several 'perfect' review scores, multiple award wins and nominations cementing itself as a timeless entry in the horror video game genre."

IGN's review of the Silent Hill 2 remake awarded it an 8/10, with our review stating, "Silent Hill 2 is a great way to visit – or revisit – one of the most dread-inducing destinations in the history of survival horror."

The remarkable sales figures of the Silent Hill 2 remake might encourage Konami to further expand the franchise. In recent years, Konami has increased its focus on the series, with projects like Silent Hill f and Silent Hill: Townfall currently in development. Additionally, there's a possibility that more classic Silent Hill titles could be remade. A film adaptation of Silent Hill 2 is also in the works.

On the modding front, PC players are making significant modifications to the Silent Hill 2 remake, such as removing hair sheen, the iconic fog, and even transforming the game into "Sunny Hills."

The Silent Hill 2 remake introduces new puzzles and redesigned maps. For those needing guidance, our Silent Hill 2 Walkthrough Hub provides comprehensive assistance. We also offer detailed guides on the Silent Hill 2 Remake endings, Key Locations within the game, and the changes in New Game+.