Silent Hill 2 Remake Developer Bloober Signs Deal for Another Game for Konami — Could It Be More Silent Hill?

Bloober Team, fresh off the success of their Silent Hill 2 remake, has announced a new partnership with Konami to develop a game based on one of Konami's iconic IPs. While specifics remain under wraps, Bloober's expertise in horror and the remarkable sales of the Silent Hill 2 remake (2 million copies sold!) strongly suggest another entry in the Silent Hill franchise is in the works. Konami will act as both publisher and rights holder for this mystery project.

Bloober Team CEO Piotr Babieno shared this statement:

Konami, a legendary name in gaming, sought a partner to revitalize one of their most iconic franchises—Silent Hill. Bloober Team was chosen for our expertise in horror and atmospheric storytelling. Our 2021 partnership led to the Silent Hill 2 remake announcement in October 2022. The remake's success, boasting an 86/100 Metacritic and 88/100 OpenCritic score, along with numerous awards including IGN Japan's Game of the Year 2024 and the IGN Community Awards' Best Horror Game of the Year, solidified our partnership. This success paved the way for a new agreement. This collaboration aligns with Bloober Team's strategic plan to expand our internal development within a first-party framework. Our collaboration with Konami has been incredibly fruitful, and the Silent Hill 2 remake's success speaks for itself. We've shared knowledge and experience to create a high-quality product. While details are scarce, we're confident fans will be thrilled. We look forward to sharing more when the time is right.

The Silent Hill 2 remake, released October 8, 2024, for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam (with no Xbox Series X|S version announced yet), swiftly sold one million copies in just a few days. While potentially the fastest-selling Silent Hill game ever, official confirmation from Konami is pending. IGN awarded the remake an 8/10, 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 Silent Hill 2 remake's success significantly bolsters Konami's franchise plans, which have seen a resurgence in recent years. Silent Hill f and Silent Hill: Townfall are still in development, but future remakes of past Silent Hill titles seem increasingly likely. A Silent Hill 2 film adaptation is also in the works. PC modders are even creating impressive modifications for the Silent Hill 2 remake, including removing the game's signature fog and hair sheen.

The nature of Bloober's new Konami project remains a mystery. Is it a remake of a classic Silent Hill title, or a brand-new entry in the franchise? Only time will tell. The Silent Hill 2 remake, featuring new puzzles and redesigned maps, offers a wealth of content for players. For those needing assistance, our Silent Hill 2 Walkthrough Hub provides comprehensive guides covering endings, key locations, and New Game+ changes.