Summary
Even thoughSilent Hill 2 Remakehas only just been released, the modding community has already been hard at work by adding heaps of mods for the game, and its most recent is CJ fromGrand Theft Auto: San Andreas, who replaces James Sunderland as the main protagonist. Initially announced in 2022,Silent Hill 2 Remakereceived some mixed reactions from its dedicated fanbase. While some had concerns about whether Bloober Team had the ability to deliver an exciting homage to the classic horror title, most were excited about the prospect of reliving the beloved game all over again.
Thankfully,Silent Hill 2 Remakereceived positive reviews, with even the original game’s director, Masashi Tsuboyama, showcasing his support for the title. While the third-person survival horror game only came out on October 8 for PS5 and PC, players are already beginning to notice a slew of cool and interesting mods forSilent Hill 2 Remakespringing into action.
Aside from amod that removes fog fromSilent Hill 2 Remake, giving one of the best entries in theSilent Hillfranchise a completely different feel from its usual spooky atmosphere, a mod has been created for the game that adds CJ fromGrand Theft Auto: San Andreasas the main character. Courtesy of creator SpiritHun onNexusMods, the CJ mod takes the place ofSilent Hill 2 Remake’s protagonist James Sunderland, givingGTAfans one of the franchise’s most iconic characters to play around with.
Silent Hill 2 Remake Mod Adds CJ as the Main Character
However, for players who are hoping for a richly detailed mod of CJ inSilent Hill 2 Remake, unfortunately, his model has been based off how he looks inSan Andreas.CJ’s face is pretty blurry and not up to scratch with how the rest ofSilent Hill 2 Remakelooks, but it’s also in keeping with the iconic character who has some of thebest quotes inGrand Theft Auto: San Andreas.
Just like howResident Evil 4 Remakegot its fair share of amazing mods, which included replacing Leon’s gun with a banana and giving chainsaw enemies googly eyes, it seems as thoughSilent Hill 2 Remakeis well on its way to getting the same treatment. Aside from mods, players are also findingEaster eggs inSilent Hill 2 Remake, in which the game’s original map has been found hiding in one of the creepiest houses in video games.
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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.
