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

Bloober Team has recently inked a deal with Konami to develop a new game based on one of the Japanese giant's IPs, hot on the heels of their successful Silent Hill 2 remake. While the specifics of the new project remain under wraps, given Bloober's prowess in the horror genre and the impressive sales figures of the Silent Hill 2 remake, speculation leans heavily towards another entry in the Silent Hill series. Konami will retain its roles as both the publisher and rights holder for this mysterious new title.

Here’s what Bloober CEO Piotr Babieno had to say:

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, for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam, and astonishingly, sold one million copies within just a few days. This rapid sales performance might have set a new record for the fastest-selling Silent Hill game, though Konami has yet to confirm this milestone.

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 commitment to the franchise, with ongoing projects like Silent Hill f and Silent Hill: Townfall, and potential plans for more remakes of past Silent Hill games. Additionally, a film adaptation of Silent Hill 2 is in the works, and modders are enhancing the PC version with various modifications, including altering visual elements like hair sheen and fog.

The big question now is, what will this new Bloober game for Konami be? Will it be another Silent Hill game, and if so, will it be a remake or an entirely new entry in the series?

For those navigating the Silent Hill 2 remake, new puzzles and redesigned maps await. Our Silent Hill 2 Walkthrough Hub, guide to the Silent Hill 2 Remake endings, all Key Locations, and details on New Game+ are here to help you through the haunting experience.