Konami financial report confirms: Another brand-new 'Silent Hill' game is in development
In its financial report for the third quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2026 released on Thursday, Konami revealed that in addition to the previously announced remake of the first game, another new title in the Silent Hill series is currently in development.
In an interview last December, Motoi Okamoto, the producer of the "Silent Hill" series, revealed that the company plans to release a new "Silent Hill" title every year to meet fans' expectations for the franchise. The new title confirmed in this financial report is a separate project from "Silent Hill f" and the "Silent Hill 1 Remake", demonstrating Konami's determination to revive this classic horror IP.
Specific details regarding the new title have not yet been disclosed; information such as the game's title, story background, and development team remains confidential. Industry speculation suggests that the work may continue the series' consistent psychological horror style while incorporating more modern gameplay mechanics. More information is expected to be released gradually over the coming months.
“Silent Hill f” sales are a huge success
"Silent Hill f" officially launched on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC on September 25. Set in Japan's Taisho era, this all-new title has received high praise from players for its unique Japanese-style horror atmosphere and delicate storytelling.
As of September 26, the game's cumulative global shipments and digital sales have exceeded 1 million units. This sales performance proves that the Silent Hill series still commands strong market appeal after years of silence.
The game tells the story of the protagonist, Hinako, searching for the truth in a Japanese town shrouded in eerie forces. Taisho-era Japanese architecture, narrow alleyways, and horror elements infused with Japanese folklore combine to bring players an unprecedented horror experience.
Face model actors’ live gameplay sparks heated discussion
It is worth mentioning that the three real-life face models for the protagonists of "Silent Hill f" recently held a special collaborative livestream on social media, personally playing as the characters they portray. The three actors represent the game's protagonist Hinako, her close friend, and a mysterious character. During the three-hour livestream, they played from the beginning of the game and experienced the complete prologue section.
During the livestream, the actors shared many interesting behind-the-scenes stories about their participation in the facial capture process:
The face model for Hinako expressed that seeing her own face perfectly recreated in the game for the first time was both a pleasant surprise and somewhat unbelievable. She laughed, saying, "Watching 'myself' screaming in terror in the game is a very strange experience."
This livestream attracted over 100,000 concurrent viewers, becoming a trending topic in the gaming category for the day. Fans flooded the comments section, expressing that watching the real-life actors play as their own characters was a unique and entertaining experience, which also fostered a deeper emotional connection to the in-game characters.
After the livestream ended, relevant clips spread rapidly on YouTube and X. Among them, the clip of the "face model actor being startled by their own character" garnered over 500,000 views. Many players expressed that this livestream gave them a better understanding of the game's production process and voiced their admiration for the actors' professionalism.
Bloober Team's Ongoing Collaboration with Konami
Following the success of Silent Hill 2 Remake, Polish game studio Bloober Team announced in February 2025 that they are collaborating with Konami on a new project. Bloober Team is renowned for creating psychological horror games, with notable titles including Layers of Fear and The Medium.
"Silent Hill 2 Remake" was released on PlayStation 5 and PC (Steam) in October 2024, receiving widespread acclaim from both media and players. While preserving the classic atmosphere of the original, the game has been completely remade using Unreal Engine 5, delivering stunning visual performance.
The original "Silent Hill 2" was released on PlayStation 2 in North America and Japan in September 2001, followed by an Xbox release in December 2001 and a PC release in December 2002. Hailed as the masterpiece of the series, its profound psychological horror themes and unforgettable characters are still enthusiastically discussed by players today.
The Development History of the "Silent Hill" Series
Konami's Silent Hill horror game series first launched on the PlayStation platform in 1999, leaving a deep impression on players with its unique psychological horror style and profound storyline.
After years of silence, Konami held a major Silent Hill showcase in 2022, announcing multiple new projects in one go, marking the official return of this classic horror IP.
According to Konami's plans, the "Silent Hill 1 Remake" is expected to be released within 2026, giving players the opportunity to revisit the series' origins with modern graphics. Coupled with the mysterious new title announced this time, the "Silent Hill" series is ushering in an unprecedented period of revival. This is undoubtedly good news for horror game enthusiasts.