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

Bloober Team has recently inked a new deal with Konami to develop another game based on the Japanese company's intellectual property, following the successful launch of the Silent Hill 2 remake. While details about the new project remain under wraps, speculation points towards another entry in the Silent Hill series, given Bloober's proficiency in horror gaming and the strong performance of the Silent Hill 2 remake, which sold 2 million copies.

According to Bloober CEO Piotr Babieno, the collaboration with Konami began with the aim of revitalizing the Silent Hill franchise. The partnership, which was officially announced during the Silent Hill Transmission livestream in October 2022, resulted in the critically acclaimed Silent Hill 2 remake. The game garnered high praise, achieving scores of 86/100 on Metacritic and 88/100 on OpenCritic, and received prestigious accolades such as Game of the Year 2024 from IGN Japan and Best Horror Game of the Year from the IGN Community Awards.

The success of the Silent Hill 2 remake not only solidified the trust between Bloober Team and Konami but also paved the way for this new agreement. Babieno emphasized the fruitful nature of their collaboration and expressed confidence that fans would be excited about the upcoming project, although specifics were not disclosed.

The Silent Hill 2 remake was released on October 8, 2024, for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam, quickly selling one million copies and potentially becoming the fastest-selling game in the Silent Hill series, though this has yet to be officially confirmed by Konami. IGN's review of the game scored it an 8/10, highlighting its ability to evoke dread and provide a compelling experience for both new and returning players.

As Konami ramps up its efforts with the Silent Hill franchise, other projects like Silent Hill f and Silent Hill: Townfall are also in development. Additionally, a film adaptation of Silent Hill 2 and various mods for the PC version of the game are generating further buzz.

The burning question now is the nature of Bloober's new project with Konami. Is it another Silent Hill game, and if so, will it be a remake or an entirely new addition to the series? While the answer remains a mystery, the enhancements in the Silent Hill 2 remake, such as new puzzles and redesigned maps, have already prompted a wealth of guides and resources, including a Silent Hill 2 Walkthrough Hub, a guide to the game's endings, key locations, and details on New Game+ features.