Silent Hill 2 Remake Tops Two Million Units Shipped Worldwide

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Summary

  • The Silent Hill 2 Remake has sold two million units since its release, doubling initial sales in a few months.
  • The remake features high-end graphics, larger environments, an over-the-shoulder camera, and evolved combat gameplay.
  • The game received positive reviews, with critics praising the psychological horror and immersive experience.

It appears that Bloober Team’s newest horror game continues to gain momentum. In October, Konami disclosed that the remake of Silent Hill 2 surpassed one million sales. Now, several months later, that figure has more than doubled.

According to recent figures reported by Gematsu on behalf of Konami, the remake of Silent Hill 2 has reached a global sales total of two million copies across every platform – physical and digital.

Silent Hill 2 Remake Continues To Sell For Konami

As reported by Konami, the combined sales of Silent Hill 2 on Steam and PS5 have surpassed the two-million mark as of January 23, 2025. This total encompasses both physical and digital copies sold.

The reimagined version of Silent Hill 2 hit shelves on October 8, 2024. In its narrative, James embarks on a journey back to the place where he and his late wife shared countless memories, hoping for one final encounter with her: the haunting town of Silent Hill. By the lake, he encounters a woman who bears an uncanny resemblance to her…

This new game is a reimagining of the original 2001 title, which originally came out for the PlayStation 2 and was produced by Konami. It marks the first installment in the series since Silent Hill: Downpour, released back in 2012 – a gap of twelve years.

Besides enhancing the audio and visual elements, the game significantly altered enemy locations, introduced fresh territories, and greatly amped up the battle mechanics. Here are the key features as stated by the developers:

1. Improved Sound Design
2. Updated Graphics
3. New Enemy Placements
4. New Explorable Areas
5. Dramatically Enhanced Combat System

  • High-end Graphics and Sound – With 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 Environments – Explore 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 Camera – The 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 Gameplay – Familiar 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 then ever.

In simpler terms, our assessment of the game was extremely favorable. We described it as a top-notch demonstration of psychological terror, boasting an eerie ambiance that’s hard to forget. The revamped visuals, performances, and soundtrack all contribute to a genuinely terrifying adventure that truly honors its roots.

On the other side, Open Critic also boasts a “Strongly Recommended” rating, with an impressive 95% of reviewers advocating for it.

Considering the game’s high quality, it’s actually quite unexpected that it hasn’t sold even better. There’s been no news from Konami about additional Silent Hill remakes, but I wouldn’t be shocked at all if they announced one.

After Konami’s exclusive agreement with Sony ends this year, it’s likely that we will hear about a new version for Xbox, potentially boosting the number of units sold.

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2025-01-29 17:12