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Silent Hill 2 Remake Review Embargo Details Revealed

Details on the review embargo for Konami/Bloober Team’s remake of its classic survival horror game, Silent Hill 2, have been revealed.

twistedvoxel.com

The review embargo for the Silent Hill 2 remake is expected to be lifted in less than a week, on Friday, October 4, 2024, at 12 AM PT / 3 AM ET / 9 AM CET. This is four days ahead of the game’s launch on October 8, 2024.

Additionally, the pre-load for the Silent Hill 2 remake is expected to go live on the PlayStation Store on October 4, 2024, two days prior to the launch of its Deluxe Edition on October 6, 2024. It will come with the latest update pre-installed for those who pre-ordered a digital copy of the game, though a day one update may be rolled out closer to launch on October 8, 2024. Meanwhile, those who purchased a physical copy of the game will need to download the day one update. Meanwhile, the download size for the Silent Hill 2 remake has yet to be revealed, though it will require 50 GB of available storage on PC. As such, the download size is expected to be around the same.

 

[MiguelItUp]

 

[Bitstream]

An early review embargo is a strong sign they're confident with the game.

 

[Kacho]

I’m prepared to eat crow if this ends up being good. I was one of the most vocal doubters.

 

[RetroGamingUK]

Well they’re confident

 

[Bloobs]

 

[MDSLKTR]

Suck it haters

 

[RagnarokIV]

GOTY never doubted Bloober.
Layers Of Fear, Blair Witch, Observer!

Let’s do this!

 

[Badlucktroll]

My guess is that it will score similar to Resident Evil 2 remake

 

[Rayderism]

I don't know, other than the way Angela looks, the game seems like it will be pretty good to me. Still, you can't really trust so-called professional review sites to truly tell you if the game is good or not. The actual gamers will let you know.

 

[Judge Magister]

I don't know, other than the way Angela looks, the game seems like it will be pretty good to me. Still, you can't really trust so-called professional review sites to truly tell you if the game is good or not. The actual gamers will let you know.

Reviewers turn into fantastic human beings when ratings go in favor of some people wishes...

I'll take a look, maybe Bloober will surprise us.

 

[coachmcguirk91]

My guess is that it will score similar to Resident Evil 2 remake

It's not going to be a 90+ game, imo. I don't think SH2 remake is changing enough from the original to warrant such a score. Mid 80's is what I'm hoping for

 

[tommib]

Bloober redemption arc. Colour me surprised.

 

[Kacho]

Bloober redemption arc. Colour me surprised.

 

[RetroGamingUK]

Bloober redemption arc. Colour me surprised.

They’re a talented developer

Obviously they do better when someone else (Konami) writes the story.

 

[Arachnid]

I've never played a Bloober game I've enjoyed, but I am begging for this to be the first. If they nail this, I'll have had fantastic remakes of my two favorite games of all time (RE4 being the first), and gaming will have peaked for me.

 

[Skifi28]

Cautiously optimistic.

 

[Badlucktroll]

Silent Hill Historical Society

The Silent Hill Historical Society is dedicated to preserving and passing on Silent Hill's rich history and culture to future generations. Through diverse exhibits and valuable documents, visitors will gain an in-depth understanding of the historical background of the town.

www.silenthill-historicalsociety.com

 

[RetroGamingUK]

I've never played a Bloober game I've enjoyed, but I am begging for this to be the first. If they nail this, I'll have had fantastic remakes of my two favorite games of all time (RE4 being the first), and gaming will have peaked for me.

If they nail this AND it sells well then we can expect SH1 and SH3 remakes too

 

[becks]

 

[Badlucktroll]

If they nail this AND it sells well then we can expect SH1 and SH3 remakes too

I hope bloober gets to pick up the peices of team silents cancelled silent hill 5 (the one with the fear in daylight setting, which got shitcanned for homecoming) with ito and yamaoka working on it. It could be like a remake of a game that doesnt exist. I hope they do sh1 as well. will be cool to see the grey children and puppet doctors in modern graphics

 

[GrayChild]

I hope bloober gets to pick up the peices of team silents cancelled silent hill 5 (the one with the fear in daylight setting, which got shitcanned for homecoming) with ito and yamaoka working on it. It could be like a remake of a game that doesnt exist

They'll also need to get Owaku, Murakoshi and/or Tsuboyama. Bloober's writing team kinda sucks, so they'll desperately need a good writer and someone who can direct properly.

 

[bender]

GOTY never doubted Bloober.
Layers Of Fear, Blair Witch, Observer!

Let’s do this!

 

[IbizaPocholo]

Updated Hill Rankings:
5. One Tree
4. Benny
3. Jonah
2. Dru
1. Silent

 

[Flabagast]

Any first impressions ?

 

[DeepEnigma]

Suck it haters

James was the OG twerker after clapping all them nurse cheeks.

 

[aliadiere25]

 

[Gonzito]

Man I dont know what to expect. All I know is that I dont trust Bloober Team

 

[Tomi]

Goty incoming?

 

[RetroGamingUK]

Is the Famitsu score a good sign?

 

[DeepEnigma]

Is the Famitsu score a good sign?

I think so,

 

[Kacho]

Is the Famitsu score a good sign?

Doesn't really say anything unfortunately. Other than the person playing enjoyed it.

We'll have honest to goodness opinions this Friday. The people getting the DAY GERO EDITION are mega fans and won't sugarcoat how they feel.

 

[DeepEnigma]

Doesn't really say anything unfortunately. Other than the person playing enjoyed it.

We'll have honest to goodness opinions this Friday. The people getting the DAY GERO EDITION are mega fans and won't sugarcoat how they feel.

I thought that unlocked on the 6th?

 

[Northeastmonk]

Is the Famitsu score a good sign?

The remake scored 1 point higher than the PS2 version did.

 

[Bloobs]

Cao Cao

Where you at cuh

 

[DeepEnigma]

Cao Cao

Where you at cuh

 

[Kacho]

I thought that unlocked on the 6th?

Just checked the Steam store, you're right. I was getting mixed up with the embargo date.

 

[Cao Cao]

Cao Cao

Where you at cuh

What do you want from me?

 

[Bloobs]

I want your money

 

[DoomGyver]

 

[MacReady13]

Very positive from Famitsu. I'm now, all of a sudden, very excited!

 

[Arsic]

Must be 8’s and 9’s if they are lifting up the embargo early.

Good signs.

I think the only haters of this will be SH2 die hards who don’t like any change.

I need a good game in 2024 to tickle my pickle and hook me from start to finish. Praying this and metaphor will do the trick.