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Silent Hill 2 Remake spoilers follow.
ASilent Hill 2remake player has shared the story of getting the cops called to their apartment because of their reactions while playing the game. The Bloober TeamSilent Hill 2remake is apparently doing a great job of terrifying its players if this gamer’s experience is any indication.
TheSilent Hill 2remake has been a major successso far with fans, staying true to the original while also adding some new content and endings for fans of the original to be drawn in by. While some fans of the classics might not rankSilent Hill 2as the scariest game in the series, its remake is doing just fine scaring players.
Reddit user Stewiewiththeak took to the site to share their embarrassing experience of having the cops called to their home because they were screaming while playing the game. Apparently, the player was dealing with theAbstract Daddy boss fightwhile wearing headphones, maximizing the terrifying sound design and Akira Yamaoka’s soundtrack in doing so. The Redditor was alarmed and pulled out of the experience when the cops started knocking on their door. The police said that a neighbor had reported screaming and they were checking to see if Stewiewiththeak was ok. Thankfully, they were understanding about the situation once it was explained that Stewiewiththeak was simply reacting while playing a scary video game.
Silent Hill 2 Players Understand the Fear
Plenty of fellow fans have come out of the woodwork to laugh and share their own feelings about the scariness of the game. Several agreed that they’ve screamed more than once while playingSilent Hill 2, with several talking about their favorite (and most feared) sections of the title. Several fans actually showed appreciation for the neighbor that called the cops to check on Stewiewiththeak, pointing out that it was a kind gesture for them to be concerned about their well-being. It’s not the first time that thepolice have been called on gamers, either due to a misunderstanding while someone’s loudly playing a game, or as a swatting attempt, and it surely won’t be the last.
While many players are just barely exploringSilent Hill 2remake at this point, others are already looking forward to the possibilities in the future.Bloober Team teased that its relationship with Konami could expandin the future, and some are hopeful that means the developer will work on remaking moreSilent Hillgames. For now, fans will have to be patient, butSilent Hill 2should deliver plenty of scares in the meantime.
Silent Hill 2
WHERE TO PLAY
Investigating a letter from his late wife, James returns to where they made so many memories - Silent Hill. What he finds is a ghost town, prowled by disturbing monsters and cloaked in deep fog. Confront the monsters, solve puzzles, and search for traces of your wife in this remake of SILENT HILL 2.High-end Graphics and SoundWith ray tracing and other cutting-edge technical enhancements, the world of SILENT HILL and its unsettling ambiance is even realer than before.And with the inclusion of new, immersive soundscapes, you’ll feel like you’re standing in the thick of it.Larger EnvironmentsExplore locations and buildings that were once inaccessible, or are newly added in the remake. Enjoy the same acclaimed story, even while you experience the town of Silent Hill with fresh eyes across an expanded map.Over-the-shoulder CameraThe remake moves from the original’s fixed-camera viewpoints to an over-the-shoulder perspective, putting you closer to what James sees, for a more thrilling, more immersive experience as you explore the town and come face-to-face with monsters.Evolved Combat GameplayFamiliar weapons like the steel pipe and handgun make their return, but now with an updated combat system. Avoid attacks with carefully timed dodges, aim down sights, and more, making monster encounters more engaging and nerve-wracking than ever.
