Bloober Teams Up with Konami Again: Another Silent Hill Game in the Works?

Bloober Team has recently inked a new deal with Konami to develop a game based on the iconic Japanese company's intellectual property, following the resounding success of the Silent Hill 2 remake. Although details about the new project remain under wraps, the collaboration hints at another venture into the horror genre, likely within the Silent Hill franchise, given Bloober's acclaimed expertise in atmospheric storytelling and horror game development.

Here's what Bloober Team's CEO, Piotr Babieno, had to say about the partnership:

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 hit the shelves on October 8, 2024, available on PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam, quickly surpassing one million copies sold within days. This impressive sales figure positions it as a potential record-holder for the fastest-selling Silent Hill game, though Konami has yet to confirm this milestone officially.

In our review, IGN awarded the Silent Hill 2 remake 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 triumph of the Silent Hill 2 remake has evidently fueled Konami's ambitions for the franchise. Alongside ongoing projects like Silent Hill f and Silent Hill: Townfall, there are whispers of further remakes of past Silent Hill titles. Additionally, a film adaptation of Silent Hill 2 is in the works, and the modding community is actively transforming the PC version of the remake with intriguing modifications.

As excitement builds around the new Bloober-Konami project, fans are left wondering whether it will be a fresh addition to the Silent Hill universe or another lovingly crafted remake.

For those delving into the Silent Hill 2 remake, our comprehensive guides cover new puzzles, redesigned maps, multiple endings, key locations, and the intricacies of New Game+.