Summary
Spoiler Warning: Minor spoilers for Silent Hill 2 Remake.
ASilent HIll 2remake fan has shared an interesting discovery, revealing that there’s multiple variations of the cutscene where James first spots a monster in the town. The find has been received well by the community, which has largely seen it as one more indication that theSilent Hill 2remake is a huge success.
RemakingSilent Hill 2was always going to be a tough task for Bloober Team. As one of the most treasured entries to the survival horror franchise, fans had high demands but low expectations, especially considering thesad state theSilent Hill HD Collectionshipped inback in the day. However, the game has been a resounding success, bringing many new fans into the town while also impressing older fans who love the original version.
Now, Reddit user EissaAldhaheri has shared that there are three variations of the cutscene that plays out when James sees the firstmonster inSilent Hill. They shared a compilation, revealing that the angle at which James is first seen while approaching the monster’s location varies. It seems to differ depending on how the player enters the area with respect to the monster. Players have been surprised by this level of detail.
What’s Different in the Monster Silent Hill 2 Cutscene?
At first, it might just look like the camera angle differs depending on James' approach. Two of them start with shots of his leg or foot, while another shows his hand. However, there is a bit more detail in that. The first two variations of the scene show James slowing his approach as he sees theLying Figure monsterin the distance. After gawking for a moment considering the figure, he lifts his eyebrows and closes his mouth, looking a bit puzzled, before gradually starting to move towards the creature again. In the third variation, the monster is further into the fog. This time, James gawks at it with a bit more concern on his face, never lifting his eyebrows or closing his mouth, before cautiously approaching it. He seems more wary of the figure, perhaps because he can’t see it as well.
This is a minute detail in the game, but fans seem to love it. It’s appreciated in part for the additional detail it adds to the scene and for increasing replayability. However, many have also suggested it could be a small piece of evidence towards theSilent Hill 2remake loop theory, which posits that James has been stuck reliving this experience many times over, possibly even for years. While some argue that may be overthinking it, the small difference seems to be appreciated by the players.
Silent Hill 2
WHERE TO PLAY
Investigating a letter from his late wife, James returns to where they made so many memories - Silent Hill. What he finds is a ghost town, prowled by disturbing monsters and cloaked in deep fog. Confront the monsters, solve puzzles, and search for traces of your wife in this remake of SILENT HILL 2.High-end Graphics and SoundWith ray tracing and other cutting-edge technical enhancements, the world of SILENT HILL and its unsettling ambiance is even realer than before.And with the inclusion of new, immersive soundscapes, you’ll feel like you’re standing in the thick of it.Larger EnvironmentsExplore locations and buildings that were once inaccessible, or are newly added in the remake. Enjoy the same acclaimed story, even while you experience the town of Silent Hill with fresh eyes across an expanded map.Over-the-shoulder CameraThe remake moves from the original’s fixed-camera viewpoints to an over-the-shoulder perspective, putting you closer to what James sees, for a more thrilling, more immersive experience as you explore the town and come face-to-face with monsters.Evolved Combat GameplayFamiliar weapons like the steel pipe and handgun make their return, but now with an updated combat system. Avoid attacks with carefully timed dodges, aim down sights, and more, making monster encounters more engaging and nerve-wracking than ever.
