Bloober Teams Up with Konami Again: Another Silent Hill Game on the Horizon?

Bloober Team has announced a new collaboration with Konami to develop a game based on one of the Japanese company's IPs, following the successful launch of the Silent Hill 2 remake. While the specifics of the game and the franchise it belongs to remain undisclosed, given Bloober's proficiency in horror games and the impressive sales figures of the Silent Hill 2 remake, it's highly probable that the new project will be another entry in the Silent Hill series. Konami will continue to serve as both the publisher and rights holder for this upcoming title.

Here's the official statement from Bloober CEO Piotr Babieno:

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 was released on October 8, 2024, for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam, and within days, it sold one million copies, potentially setting a record as the fastest-selling Silent Hill game. However, Konami has not yet confirmed this achievement. IGN's review of the Silent Hill 2 remake scored 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 evidently bolstered Konami's plans for the franchise, with ongoing projects like Silent Hill f and Silent Hill: Townfall, and potential future remakes of other Silent Hill games. Additionally, a film adaptation of Silent Hill 2 is in the works, and modders are creating innovative modifications for the PC version of the remake, including altering visual elements like hair sheen and fog, and even transforming the game into "Sunny Hills."

The big question now is what this new Bloober game for Konami will be. If it's another Silent Hill game, will it be a remake of a previous entry, or an entirely new addition to the franchise?

The Silent Hill 2 remake includes new puzzles and redesigned maps. For those needing assistance, our Silent Hill 2 Walkthrough Hub provides comprehensive guides on navigating the game, understanding the different endings, locating key areas, and exploring changes in New Game+.