Summary
Konami recently announced that theSilent Hill 2remake has exceeded one million sales across PlayStation 5 and PC. This makes the modernized version ofSilent Hill 2a record-breaking entry in the series and potentially bodes well for fans who want to see more Silent Hill remakes in the future.
When theSilent Hill 2remake was announced back in 2022, there was a lot of trepidation among fans since Bloober Team was confirmed to be handling it. The Polish studio last releasedThe Mediumin 2020 to lukewarm reviews, inciting concerns about the quality of theSilent Hill 2remake. Now that theSilent Hill 2remake has launched to widespread critical acclaim, though,Silent Hillfans are commending Bloober for a rendition that’s very faithful to the original, yet meaningfully expands upon it.
With evenSilent Hill 2’s original creator praising Bloober’s remake, the game is undoubtedly a home run on the critical front. Commercial performance is the remaining half of the success equation, and it seems theSilent Hill 2remake is putting up impressive numbers on that front as well. Over on Twitter, the officialJapaneseSilent Hillaccount recently confirmedthat theSilent Hill 2remake has surpassed one million units soldon PS5 and PC. This data is accurate as of August 03, 2025, three days after theSilent Hill 2remake’s October 8 launch.
Silent Hill 2 Remake is the Fastest Selling Entry in the Series
Selling one million units in three days is an incredible accomplishment, especially for a remake of an IP that’s been mostly inactive for years. TheSilent Hill 2remake takes it one step further, though, as it’s now thefastest-sellingSilent Hillgamein the franchise’s history. This will most likely be a massive boost to Bloober’s reputation and Konami’s willingness toremake moreSilent Hilltitles, potentially even through a deeper partnership with the Polish studio. It remains to be seen how theSilent Hill 2remake sells over a longer period of time, but as of right now, it seems Konami is quite happy with its performance.
ManySilent Hillfans are also very happy with the news, as they believe it could signal a new beginning for the iconic horror franchise. That certainly appears plausible, especially with new projects likeSilent Hill TownfallandSilent Hill fon the horizon. Konami reportedly has anotherunannouncedSilent Hillgame in the worksas well, and with the success of theSilent Hill 2remake, it wouldn’t be too surprising if the Japanese publisher is looking to greenlight even more.
Silent Hill 2
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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.
