A Silent Hill 2 Remake pre-order listing revealed that Pyramid Head will have his playable backstory. Learn more about the details of the pre-order listing, release date speculations, and what the fans think of this remake.
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Silent Hill 2 Remake Listing Highlights Pyramid Head's Backstory
Special Origin Story to Play Through
The highly anticipated Silent Hill 2 remake generates a lot of hype among fans of the famous horror genre. The pre-order listing from Best Buy Canada states that players can "step into the life of James Sunderland as he searches for answers after receiving mysterious letters from his dead wife, Mary." This premise will intrigue gamers who are itching to return to the eerie realm of Silent Hill. Meanwhile, a section of the removed description stated that "Pyramid Head makes a return with a special origin story for fans to play through."
While the PlayStation shop did not specify a release date, Best Buy Canada's listing tentatively set the game for December 31, 2025. But, according to PC Game Benchmark, an earlier release in the first quarter of 2024 is possible. Since an official release date has yet to be announced, fans must wait for more information.
Fans Convinced It Will Be Bad
Controversies and Skepticism
One of the most pressing concerns among fans is Masahiro Ito's amount of engagement with the Silent Hill 2 Remake. His imaginative input was crucial in creating the spooky environment and recognizable characters that characterize the franchise. Whether or not Ito is actively involved in the remake is significant to fans seeking an authentic Silent Hill experience.
Pyramid Head getting his own playable game with an origin tale has inspired a variety of reactions among fans. While some find it intriguing to learn more about the mysterious character's past, others wonder how the development team, Bloober Team, would manage the remake.
Some fans have expressed their disapproval, even going so far as to call the remake "a bad idea" because Bloober Team is involved. Concerns exist regarding the studio's ability to authentically portray the spirit of Silent Hill and its characters, particularly in light of Pyramid Head's legendary status.
The source material for the Silent Hill 2 remake has sparked a lot of speculation. The remake may be influenced by the "Born From A Wish" bonus scenario with Silent Hill 2: Director's Cut for the PlayStation 2.
Born From A Wish is a side-story scenario in which a player controls Maria just before she meets James at Silent Hill. Maria is a mysterious woman drawn to Silent Hill, explores the town, and encounters monsters, including Pyramid Head. She meets a man who asks her to find a white liquid to bring his daughter back. Maria finds the liquid but is attacked by Pyramid Head and knocked unconscious. She then wakes up right where she started and encounters James Sunderland.
Optimism Amidst Concerns
Some fans are still optimistic about the Silent Hill 2 remake despite the issues and doubts surrounding it. They believe that Bloober Team have what it takes to develop a game that can give justice to Silent Hill 2 Remake given their history of making psychological horror games, but majority of the fans say otherwise. Other players may be just sarcastically waiting for the game to be released to see how much of a mess it is going to make.
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Best Buy Canada's Silent Hill 2 Product Listing
