Silent Hill f: March 2025 Reveal Details

Konami's latest Silent Hill Transmission has arrived, focusing entirely on the eagerly anticipated Silent Hill f, set to transport players to 1960s Japan. First announced in 2022, Silent Hill f promises a "beautiful, therefore terrifying" world and is penned by Ryukishi07, the renowned Japanese visual novel writer famous for the Higurashi and Umineko series. After nearly three years of anticipation, we now have a wealth of new information about this upcoming entry in the beloved horror franchise.

Silent Hill f Aims to 'Find the Beauty in Terror' and Present Players With a Beautiful Yet Terrifying Choice in 1960s Japan

Konami unveiled a brand-new trailer for Silent Hill f, alongside a plethora of new details. The game aims to "find the beauty in terror" and challenges players with a beautiful yet terrifying choice set in 1960s Japan. While the specific decision remains under wraps, Konami shared a glimpse into the story:

"Shimizu Hinkao was living her life as an ordinary teenager," the official description states. "That is, until her town is suddenly shrouded in fog and begins to change in a horrific way. Now, she must explore a town she no longer recognizes while solving puzzles, fighting strange enemies, and doing everything she can to survive... in order to face the ultimate decision that she must make. This is a tale about a beautiful yet terrifying choice."

Silent Hill f introduces an original story that's welcoming for new players, yet it includes Easter eggs for series veterans. The game will take place in the fictional Japanese town of Ebisugaoka, inspired by the real location of Kanayama, Gero, in the Gifu Prefecture.

Creature and character designer Kera shared his enthusiasm and insights, hinting at the horrors awaiting in Silent Hill f:

"I love the Silent Hill series, and it's been a big influence on me," Kera remarked. "In particular, I am constantly remembering Silent Hill 2, and the messages on the walls, the music, and the monster designs. So, when it came to Silent Hill f, and bringing the setting to Japan, we had to come up with something that felt just a little different, and I had to really think about how to get that feeling.

"The monster designs were the hardest. I had to consider everything that's come in Silent Hill before, and figure out how to take this game in a different direction, but still be Silent Hill. It might not be the exact same blood-smeared, rusting scenery, but I sincerely hope you'll enjoy our vision and the world we've created."

Music will play a pivotal role in Silent Hill f, with long-time Silent Hill composer Akira Yamaoka and Kensuke Inage (known for the Dynasty Warriors series and more) collaborating to craft the soundscapes for the Fog World and Otherworld, respectively.

"I have composed music for an unsettling yet beautiful world that uses imagery from shrines, blending ancient Japanese court music with ambient echoes," Inage explained. "I wove in various techniques that will connect the player to the protagonist's agony, internal conflict, fear, and other emotions."

Although a release date was not disclosed, it was confirmed that Silent Hill f will launch on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.