Silent Hill 2 remake shows off its combat at State of Play

When it comes to horror series, Silent Hill is a cult classic that has become the favourite of a huge community over the years. The announcement of a Silent Hill 2 remake two years ago was received with joy but the news about the game have been scarce since then. However, Sony's State of Play stream did put an end to such a drought and left the fans of the survival horror series with a frist impression about the combat in the upcoming game.

A modern take on a classic

With enhanced graphics and modern features, the new Silent Hill 2 feels like a totally different game while keeping the spirit of the original. In a vertain way, it looks very similar to the Resident Evil 2 remake but the fans of the series will surely appreciate the differences. Developer Bloober Team has created a remake with a combat that has evolved a lot. It offers more choices, it's brutal, and more appealing visually.

The video offers a wide look at combat in Silent Hill 2, and reveals that it's packed with action. However, it offers very little in terms of story and leaves the fans wanting more.If you are one of those and desperately need a good dose of Silent Hill, you can give a try to Silent Hill: The Short Message. It's a first-person horror game inspired by the series that is currently available for free to all PlayStation players. You can read more about this spin off in the PlayStation Blog.

Konami has yet to reveal a release date for the new Silent Hill 2, but the reveal of the combat video could mean that we may be able to play it sometime this year. Remember that our comparator is the best tool to look for cheap Silent Hill 2 PS5 keys if you don't want to miss the return of the iconic survival horror series.