Bloober Team Signs New Deal with Konami: Another Silent Hill Game?

Bloober Team has recently inked a deal with Konami to develop a new game based on one of the Japanese company's renowned IPs, following the highly successful launch of the Silent Hill 2 remake. Although the specific game and franchise remain undisclosed, given Bloober's prowess in horror gaming and the impressive sales of the Silent Hill 2 remake, which exceeded two million copies, another entry in the Silent Hill series seems highly probable. Konami will continue to serve as both the publisher and rights holder for this upcoming 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 market on PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam on October 8, 2024. Within days, it sold one million copies, potentially making it the fastest-selling Silent Hill game to date, 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 sales success of the Silent Hill 2 remake has clearly bolstered Konami's plans for the franchise, which have been expanding in recent years. Projects like Silent Hill f and Silent Hill: Townfall are still in development, and there's even a film adaptation of Silent Hill 2 in the works. Additionally, modders are enhancing the PC version of the Silent Hill 2 remake with modifications such as removing hair sheen and the iconic fog, and transforming it into Sunny Hills.

As anticipation builds, the big question remains: what will this new Bloober game for Konami be? Will it be a remake of another Silent Hill classic, or a fresh addition to the franchise?

The Silent Hill 2 remake introduced several new puzzles and redesigned maps. For those needing assistance, our Silent Hill 2 Walkthrough Hub offers comprehensive guides on the game's endings, key locations, and what changes in New Game+.