Awarded gamesGames of the Year
Award for excellenceSILENT HILL f
General Description
| Title | SILENT HILL f |
|---|---|
| Release | 2025/09/25 |
| Price | 8,580yen(tax included) |
| Platform | PlayStation®5 / Xbox Series X|S / Steam / Epic Games / Microsoft Store（Windows) / GOG.com |
| Distributor | Konami Digital Entertainment |
| Publisher | Konami Digital Entertainment |
| Developer | NeoBards Entertainment |
| URL | https://www.konami.com/games/silenthill/f/jp/ja/ |
| Copyright | ©Konami Digital Entertainment |
Award for excellence Reason
The latest game of the Silent Hill series, a popular psychological horror.
Set in a small Japanese town during the 1960s, this title follows the struggle against approaching horrors amid a sudden, thick fog and bizarre phenomena, as players unearth a hidden truth.
Unlike the previous installment, neither firearms nor gunplay appear; instead, the system has shifted to center on close-quarters combats. Players must manage their mental stamina to change into the “Concentrated State,” unleashing devastating strikes or executing perfectly timed counters after reading enemy movements, which heighten the tension of every encounter.
Set against a backdrop of traditional Japanese scenery — wooden houses, labyrinthine alleys, and sacred shrines — the game delivers an eerie, unique world built on the concept of “so beautiful, yet so horrifying.” This atmosphere earned high praise not only from long-time fans but also from players experiencing Silent Hill for the first time, ultimately leading to its award victory.
Work Introduction
SILENT HILL f is a psychological horror game and the first in the SILENT HILL to be set in Japan, built around the concept: “Beautiful, yet horrifying.”
A player becomes Hinako Shimizu, who lives in Ebisugaoka, explores the town shrouded in mist that is terrifyingly transforming, solving mysteries and fighting to protect herself. In fighting survive, she is faced with choices to determine her destiny.
This story is written by Ryukishi07, and creatures and characters are designed by kera. The dream team of musicians have united, including Akira Yamaoka, who has composed numerous tracks for the SILENT HILL series, alongside Kensuke Inage, who boasts a rich track record in animation and game music.
Ancient Japanese landscapes in 4K, a sensory-stirring soundtrack, and evolved actions and game design combine to offer players an unprecedented immersive experience.
Comment of the game producer
We are very grateful for receiving such a wonderful award this time.
This game represents a collection of new challenges, including the series' first-ever setting in Japan and a game design that incorporates fresh approaches to combat mechanics. We are thankful for this recognition and are filled with joy that this game has a high reputation. In addition, not only series fans support this game. We also noticed users who experienced this series for the first time dramatically increased.
This story is written by Ryukishi07, who has proven many track records in horror, and the creatures and characters are designed by kera. The dream team of musicians have united, including Akira Yamaoka, who has composed numerous tracks for the 'SILENT HILL' series, alongside Kensuke Inage, who boasts a rich track record in animation and game music. We also had the cast take on the challenge of motion capture for the first time, capturing truly wonderful performances. In addition, NeoBards Entertainment brought the entire game together with their skillful game design. We owe the completion of this project to the dedicated efforts of our staff and development team. I really appreciate it.
We will make our best efforts to keep on producing high quality games of the “Silent Hill” series. Please keep on cheering us.