Silent Hill 2 Reviews

Silent Hill 2 is ranked in the 98th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
GameGrin
Top Critic
9.5 / 10.0
Oct 15, 2024

A practically perfect remake in every sense, Silent Hill 2 is a game that will stay with you long after the credits roll, and shouldn't be missed by any horror fan.

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8.5 / 10.0
Oct 10, 2024

In the end, fears were left behind, so were doubts, the remake of Silent Hill 2 is a very good game. A proposal that adequately honors the original delivery and that takes the baton to keep this story more relevant than ever. The tragic fate of James, Mary, Maria, Laura, Angela and Eddie are considered eternal classics of Survival Horror and the remake reminds the older generations of the reason, while introducing new players to one of the best video games in history. We can't deny that Bloober surprised us; the result has been very good and I'm happy to say that Silent Hill is back and again we will be back in that place that fed our worst nightmares.

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Gamefa
Top Critic
9.5 / 10.0
Oct 9, 2024

Silent Hill 2 Remake is simply a Masterpiece. Bloober Team has successfully modernized the experience of the original game, while keeping every important aspect of the original game intact.

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9.5 / 10.0
Oct 10, 2024

Remaking a popular cult classic is never easy, but remaking one of the most innovative survival horror games-one that introduced new ways of scaring players with modern standards-while staying true to its original spirit is even harder. The reveal trailer for the Silent Hill 2 Remake didn't receive much love from fans, but Bloober Team has done a marvelous job of creating a fantastic modern remake of an all-time classic. While it may not be as shocking or revolutionary as the original, it's still a must-play for anyone who loves video games.

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9 / 10.0
Oct 8, 2024

In this remake of the legendary survival horror game, Bloober Team have shown how to make a remake. Deserves a standing ovation.

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Oct 8, 2024

Boiled down, there’s almost none of Bloober Team that is actually in this game, and yet Bloober Team’s poured everything they had into it. That is nothing short of total reverence to a masterpiece.

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Zoomg
Top Critic
9 / 10.0
Oct 8, 2024

Silent Hill 2 Remake is a work that can be a first-class experience for both long-time fans of the series and those who are new to it. Bloober Team, with exemplary fidelity to one of the best in the horror genre and expanding it appropriately, has created an experience that is both scary, has a great story, and is successful in gameplay. Silent Hill 2 Remake is a good remake, a terrifying and praiseworthy video game that is recommended to all horror genre enthusiasts

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8 / 10.0
Oct 4, 2024

Overall, I think Silent Hill 2 feels more like a side-upgrade than a full upgrade to the original. It's incredibly faithful and respectful while it modernizes large chunks of the game, but some of those modernizations go a tad too far for my taste. Silent Hill 2 is largely successful at what it is trying to do, which is to present a version of the game that is more polished and modern. It doesn't eclipse the original version, but for anyone who didn't grow up playing PS2 games, this is the easiest version of the game to play.

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SECTOR.sk
Branislav Koh�t
Top Critic
9 / 10.0
Oct 7, 2024

A scary good remake of a classic horror is chilling. A town immersed in the fog has terrifying surprises for you, which will haunt you. The game looks modern and at the same time retains the essence of the original.

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9 / 10.0
Oct 4, 2024

Silent Hill 2 seemingly old, but nevertheless new. Bloober has delivered!

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100 / 100
Oct 4, 2024

Bloober Team makes its best project to date by recreating, updating and expanding Silent Hill 2 in a majestic way without affecting its essence or art.

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10 / 10.0
Oct 4, 2024

The Silent Hill 2 remake is one of the best horror games I've played to recent date. I couldn't find a single thing I disliked about it. With the use of the PlayStation 5 hardware to deliver a more immersive experience, I found playing this Silent Hill 2 remake to do justice to the original and then some.

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Oct 27, 2024

If you play one game this Halloween, it should definitely be SILENT HILL 2 which remains in a class of its own even all these years later. 📻

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10 / 10.0
Oct 15, 2024

Silent Hill 2 took our breath away—and it’s certainly not for the faint of heart. This remake was crafted with love, honoring the legacy of the original while delivering a relentless stream of psychological horror and nerve-wracking tension. It masterfully balances fear with a modernized approach to level design and puzzles, all wrapped in a visually stunning art direction and flawless sound design. It’s a powerful reminder that Silent Hill 2 has always been a horror gaming icon—and after 23 years, it returns to reclaim its throne as the queen of the genre.

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8.5 / 10.0
Oct 5, 2024

Setting out to modernise a true classic, the Silent Hill 2 remake essentially achieves its goals of refining an already great experience into something better. The environments engender that sense of fear and trepidation, and the worldbuilding makes it impossible not to take another step into the nightmare. Combat feels much more fluid and exciting, and having everything look and sound so good only draws you in even more, even down to the campy dialogue that has benefitted from better delivery. Yes, the padding during the puzzle sections is hard to ignore and breaks up the otherwise excellent pacing, but the Silent Hill 2 remake is still an excellent addition to the genre, one that very fan of the genre must try to see what makes it so special.

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Masterpiece
Apr 2, 2025

Simply put, I couldn’t be happier with this remake. As someone who at first is hesitant on the idea of seeing rethreads of games instead of having entirely original ones, when there they are to be made, especially based on releases as significant as this, they should be obligatorily a step above your usual product. And in this game’s case, not only is it that, but it’s become the ultimate way to experience Silent Hill 2, much like Motive’s Dead Space.

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9.5 / 10.0
Jan 1, 2025

Silent Hill 2 Remake is an exceptionally valuable work. On its own, it proves why remaking classic video games is an excellent method of preserving their legacy, and it shows other studios how to create a modern remake without compromising the core framework. The result is a game that can serve as the perfect experience for both longtime fans and newcomers. Even if we set aside the powerful pull of nostalgia, Silent Hill 2 Remake stands as a cohesive, top-tier, and charming title that easily ranks among the best games of the year. Whether you’re a devoted fan of the Silent Hill franchise or have never had the chance to delve into it before, Bloober Team’s latest release is one of the finest titles you can play right now.

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9 / 10.0
Dec 29, 2024

The Silent Hill 2 Remake is a stunning achievement, a game that both honours its roots and elevates the classic to new heights. Bloober Team has crafted a love letter to the original while modernizing it for today’s audience, preserving the emotional weight and psychological horror that made the game a masterpiece.

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8 / 10.0
Nov 13, 2024

It’s downright gross. Thank you for that, dear Bloober Team.

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Oct 4, 2024

Silent Hill 2 remake successfully brings the classic horror game into the modern era with stunning graphics and improved sound. You play as James Sunderland as he searches for his missing wife in a town filled with disturbing creatures and dark secrets. While the gameplay features some unnecessary padding and backtracking, it still maintains the original’s themes of guilt and trauma. Overall, this remake honours the legacy of the original while offering a fresh experience for both new players and fans.

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