Bloober Team Signs New Deal with Konami: More Silent Hill on the Horizon?

Bloober Team, renowned for their expertise in horror gaming, has recently inked a new deal with Konami to develop a game based on one of the Japanese gaming giant's IPs. This comes on the heels of the critically acclaimed and commercially successful Silent Hill 2 remake, which has sold over two million copies since its release.

Although specifics about the new project remain under wraps, both Bloober Team and Konami have kept silent on the game's identity and the franchise it belongs to. However, given Bloober's track record with horror and the overwhelming success of the Silent Hill 2 remake, speculation points toward another installment in the Silent Hill series. Konami will maintain its role as both the publisher and rights holder for this mystery game.

Piotr Babieno, CEO of Bloober Team, shared his excitement about the collaboration in an official statement:

Konami, a legendary name in the gaming industry, sought a partner who could breathe new life into one of its most iconic franchises — Silent Hill. Bloober Team was selected for their expertise in horror and atmospheric storytelling, and in 2021, both companies signed a partnership agreement. In October 2022, during the official Silent Hill Transmission livestream, it was announced that Bloober Team was working on a remake of Silent Hill 2, widely regarded as one of the best psychological horror games in history.

The success of the remake proved that Bloober Team had perfectly captured the atmosphere and depth of the original while introducing crucial innovations. The game was well-received by players, earning an 86/100 rating on Metacritic and an 88/100 on OpenCritic, along with numerous awards, including Game of the Year 2024 from IGN Japan and Best Horror Game of the Year from the IGN Community Awards.

The trust built upon the success of Silent Hill 2 laid the foundation for signing another agreement for a new project. The deal aligns with Bloober Team’s strategic plan to expand its internal development division within a first-party framework.

Our collaboration with Konami has been incredibly fruitful, and the success of Silent Hill 2 speaks for itself. By sharing knowledge and experience, we have been able to create high-quality production together. Of course, we can't reveal too many details at this time, but we are confident that fans will be just as excited about our collaboration as we are. We can't wait to share something truly special with players when the time is right.

The Silent Hill 2 remake became available on PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam on October 8, 2024. Within just a few days, it sold one million copies, potentially setting a record as the fastest-selling Silent Hill game ever, though this has yet to be officially confirmed by Konami. IGN's review of the Silent Hill 2 remake awarded it an 8/10, praising it as "a great way to visit – or revisit – one of the most dread-inducing destinations in the history of survival horror."

The success of the Silent Hill 2 remake has clearly bolstered Konami's plans for the franchise, with ongoing projects like Silent Hill f and Silent Hill: Townfall, as well as potential remakes of other past Silent Hill games. Additionally, a film adaptation of Silent Hill 2 is in the works, and the modding community has been busy enhancing the PC version of the game with various modifications.

As for the new Bloober game for Konami, the big question remains: will it be another Silent Hill game? And if so, will it be a remake or an entirely new entry in the series?

For those diving into the Silent Hill 2 remake, new puzzles and redesigned maps await. Navigate through the eerie world with help from our Silent Hill 2 Walkthrough Hub, which also covers the game's various endings, key locations, and details on what changes in New Game+.