Silent Hill f is a new survival horror game, the eighth big one in the Silent Hill series, made by NeoBards Entertainment and put out by Konami. It got announced back in October 2022 and is dropping on September 25, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC through Steam, Epic Games Store, and Microsoft Store. Unlike the usual foggy American town of Silent Hill, this one’s set in 1960s Japan, leaning hard into classic Japanese horror.

Setting and Story

• Location: The game’s in Ebisugaoka, a made-up fishing town based on Kanayama in Gifu Prefecture, Japan. The devs checked out Kanayama to nail the 1960s look, using tons of old photos and books. Expect small wooden houses, tight streets, and muddy fields that turn creepy when the fog rolls in.
• Time Period: It’s set in the 1960s Shōwa era, making it the earliest Silent Hill game yet. Not sure if it’s tied to the others or stands alone, but it’s got some small nods for fans.
• Protagonist: You play as Hinako Shimizu, a high schooler (16–18) acted by Konatsu Kato. Unlike past heroes who wandered into Silent Hill, Hinako’s from Ebisugaoka. She’s got her own choices to make, dealing with peer pressure, society’s rules, and some heavy mental baggage. Her story’s about a tough, eerie decision, with different endings depending on what you do.
• Plot: Hinako’s normal life gets flipped when a weird fog hits town, bringing gross monsters and a creepy red flower blight (think red spider lilies, tied to death in Japan). She’s gotta move through the foggy streets, solve puzzles, and face enemies to survive, all while wrestling with themes like friendship, betrayal, and her own headspace. It’s got that Japanese horror thing where beauty can turn scary fast.

Gameplay

It’s classic Silent Hill—survival horror with puzzles and combat—but it’s got more action than the 2024 Silent Hill 2 remake. Combat’s unique, probably a mix of fighting or running, with Hinako swinging stuff like a metal pipe. Puzzles hit hard on the psychological side, keeping things brainy.

A gameplay trailer dropped at the June 2025 PlayStation State of Play, showing Hinako roaming Ebisugaoka’s foggy streets, temples, and houses, fighting weird monsters and dodging red plants. The game flips between the real world and a nightmare “Otherworld,” with shrines as safe spots. No deep gameplay breakdowns yet, but it looks like you’ll be swinging more than hiding.

Like older Silent Hill games, your choices and actions might shape the story, monsters, and endings, making it feel personal.

Creature designer Kera went for a fresh look, stepping away from the usual rusty, bloody Silent Hill style but keeping it familiar. Monsters are gross but oddly beautiful, meant to mess with your head.

Development and Creative Team

• Developer: NeoBards Entertainment, a Hong Kong studio that’s worked on Resident Evil and Devil May Cry, led by director Al Yang.
• Producer: Motoi Okamoto, who’s been handling recent Silent Hill stuff, including the Silent Hill 2 remake.
• Writer: Ryukishi07, the guy behind Higurashi When They Cry, was picked for his knack for Japanese horror and mystery. He’s shaking up Silent Hill as both a place and a metaphor for inner struggles, focusing on a strong female lead.
• Music: Akira Yamaoka’s back, joined by Kensuke Inage, Dai, and Xaki. Yamaoka’s handling the “Fog World” with a Japanese twist, while Inage mixes old Japanese court music with spooky vibes for the “Otherworld,” hitting emotions like pain and fear. They even recorded sounds from Kanayama for extra immersion.
• Design Philosophy: Konami thought the series got too Western, so Silent Hill f is all about pure Japanese horror to bring back its roots. It’s a mix of new ideas and old-school feels for both new players and longtime fans.

Trailers and Announcements

• October 2022: First teaser trailer hit during a Silent Hill Transmission, showing off the Japanese setting and red spider lilies.
• March 2025: A proper reveal trailer during another Transmission, giving story bits, Hinako’s struggles, and monster glimpses. No gameplay though.
• June 2025: Gameplay trailer at PlayStation State of Play locked in the September 25 release and showed off some action-heavy stuff.
• Content Warning: Konami says take breaks if the game’s heavy themes—violence, gore, and mental stress—get too much.

Pre-Order and Editions

• Pre-Order Status: You can pre-order for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S (physical copies at places like Amazon or Best Buy) and wishlist on PC through Steam, Epic, or Microsoft Store. PC digital pre-orders aren’t open yet.
• Editions:
  • Standard Edition: $69.99 USD.
  • Deluxe Edition: $79.99 USD (not much detail, but probably comes with extras like digital art or music).
• Bonuses: No word on pre-order perks or special editions yet.
• System Requirements: PC specs are out, pointing to a 2025 release. Minimum gets you 720p at 30 FPS; recommended hits 1080p at 60 FPS or 4K with upscaling tech like DLSS/FSR. An SSD’s suggested. Steam Deck support isn’t confirmed but should work okay, like the Silent Hill 2 remake.

Platforms and Exclusivity

PS5 (works better on Pro), Xbox Series X|S (Play Anywhere), and PC. No platform gets it first; it’s launching everywhere at once, unlike the PS5-only Silent Hill 2 remake.

Steam Deck is not officially supported, but it’ll probably run at 25–30 FPS on low settings, based on how the remake did.

Additional Notes

The red spider lilies and Japanese horror tie into themes of death, loss, and corruption, both real and symbolic. The red blight might be a living thing or some creepy creatures, hinted at in a translated CG World interview.

Silent Hill f is part of Konami’s push to bring the series back, alongside the Silent Hill 2 remake (2024), Silent Hill: Ascension (2023), Silent Hill: The Short Message (2023), and Silent Hill: Townfall (coming soon). It’s the first main game since Silent Hill: Downpour (2012) and wants to refresh the series while keeping its heart.

Producer Motoi Okamoto said it’s more about melee and action, which has some fans worried it’ll stray from the series’ puzzle and mind-trip roots. Puzzles are still a big deal, though