Summary
As fans continue to dive into the horrors of Bloober Team’s remake ofSilent Hill 2, one player has found an unexpected Easter egg from one of the studio’s previous titles,Layers of Fear. Bloober Team released their combination remake and sequel ofLayers of Fearin 2023, and an eagle-eyed fan has spotted a fun reference to the studio’s project in the recentSilent Hill 2remake.
Released to mostly positive reviews, the2023 remake ofLayers of Fearserved as an extended continuation of the story from the original game and brought back some familiar environments and scenes plus newer areas to explore and fresh horrors to encounter. Included in the 2023 version was a small puzzle that has since managed to make a surprising place for itself in the world ofSilent Hill 2.
Silent Hillfan The-Trinity-Denied spotted the small toy cat from the office section of the Act 3 Daughter’s Story inLayers of Fearatop a bookshelf in theSilent Hill 2remake. While exploring theWoodside Apartments in theSilent Hill 2remake, OP noticed a small yellow object sitting on the top of a crammed bookshelf in the corner of a dilapidated room. Taking a closer look, they recognized the small smiling face of the toy cat fromLayers of Fear. InLayers of Fear, players are tasked with a simple puzzle that involves repairing the cute toy, and fans of that game can now find the adorable item sneakily hidden withinSilent Hill 2. Considering both games are developed by Bloober Team, it should come as no surprise that the studio would want to leave a fun reference to one of its previous works in its latest release.
Layers Of Fear Easter Egg In Silent Hill 2 Remake
In addition to theLayers of Feartoy cat Easter egg being brought to fans' attention, players have shared a number of other exciting discoveries in Bloober’s version ofSilent Hill. One fan recently revealed the shocking significance of thestrange photos in theSilent Hill 2remake, and another pointed out some in-game hints at how to potentially get the alternate endings. Audiences continue to discuss the remake and its similarities to and differences from the original, with critics and fans agreeing that Bloober Team has improved greatly from its previous launches and set a new standard with the remake ofSilent Hill 2.
Thesuccess of theSilent Hill 2remakehas been greatly attributed to Bloober Team’s dedication to preserving the legacy of the original game while making welcome improvements to meet the standards of modern gaming. Many are hopeful that Bloober Team will be able to deliver remakes of other titles in the franchise, though, for now, fans are happy to keep making new discoveries in the fresh yet familiar realm ofSilent Hill 2.
Silent Hill 2
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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.
