Konami today announced Silent Hill f, a new episode of the famous horror series developed by the NeoBards studio. It is a spin-off that moves from the fictitious American town to take us to Japan, in 1960, in the town of Ebisugaoka.

Here are the details on the game, the announcement trailer and a set of images.

A thick fog envelops Hinako's hometown, turning the familiar into a nightmare. Face monstrous creatures and eerie puzzles to unravel the dark and disturbing beauty hidden in horror.

In 1960s Japan, the quiet of Ebisugaoka is turned upside down when the remote town is shrouded in impenetrable fog, turning it into a nightmarish scenario.

As the silence becomes oppressive and the fog thickens, Hinako Shimizu will have to make his way through the distorted paths of Ebisugaoka, solving complex puzzles and facing grotesque creatures in order to survive.

Immerse yourself in the world of Hinako, created by the visionary mind of Ryukishi07, accompanied by an immersive soundtrack featuring songs by Akira Yamaoka and a breathtaking visual system. A story steeped in doubts, regrets and impossible choices. Will Hinako find the strength to discover the beauty hidden in the horror, or will she be overwhelmed by the dark chaos that surrounds her?

Discover a new chapter in the SILENT HILL saga, where psychological horror meets a haunting Japanese setting.

History

In Japan in the 60s, teenager Shimizu Hinako lives in the small and remote town of Ebisugaoka, nestled in a mountain pass. She is a normal teenager, who spends her time without her life having anything particularly special.

Until a deep mist descends on Ebisugaoka and everything Hinako knows crumbles when he discovers that his once-familiar home is haunted by rampant danger and the city is empty, save for the horrors that swarm in the fog.

Now, as she navigates the winding paths of Ebisugaoka, Hinako must solve puzzles and fight for her life in her fight for survival.

His struggle to reach the inevitable decision that must be made. And his fight to end what needs to be killed.

Will she choose to embrace elegance and beauty? Or will her path lead her to madness and horror...

A story of impossible decisions, of beauty in terror and the terror of beauty.

Characters

• Shimizu Hinako - The protagonist of the game. A teenager who struggles against the pressure of expectations from friends, family and society. Cheerful and energetic as a child, she grew up to become much more reserved and now barely smiles.

Staff comments

• Screenwriter Ryukishi07 - "To this day, I still remember the feeling of my first encounter with the suffocating and oppressive atmosphere of Silent Hill. It still haunts me deeply and still fascinates me completely. It's an honor to be involved in a series that I have so many memories of. I poured all my efforts into this story, so much so that I don't think I would mind if it was the last thing I wrote. For me, the Silent Hill series is more than just a collection of stories, it's a medium; An incredible and phenomenal way to explore and experience a person's heart and mind. I hope players enjoy it in the same way. And for all our friends overseas, I hope you enjoy taking a look at what Silent Hill could look like if it was set in a slightly different place, like Japan."
• Creatures and Character Designer kera - "I love the Silent Hill series and it has influenced me a lot. In particular, I constantly remember Silent Hill 2, the messages on the walls, the music and the design of the monsters. So when it came to Silent Hill f and bringing the setting to Japan, we had to come up with something that looked a little different, and I had to think about how to get that feeling. The design of the monsters was the most difficult. I had to look at everything that was done in Silent Hill before and figure out how to take this game in a different direction, while still being Silent Hill. It may not be the exact same blood-stained and rusty scenario, but I sincerely hope you enjoy our vision and the world we have created."
• Composer Akira Yamaoka - "Even though the game is set in Japan, we focused on a representation that is based solely on the concept of Silent Hill. While incorporating Japan's unique identity, we sublimated it as fiction and expressed this unique culture as entertainment. In doing so, we believe we have managed to blend the charm of Japan in a new way into the unique vision of the world of Silent Hill. We hope that through this game you will appreciate the look and feel that makes this title truly Silent Hill."
• Composer Kensuke Inage - "The first time I played Silent Hill was about 20 years ago. I am extremely honored that I have been offered such a great opportunity for a series with a rich history. I was in charge of composing the music for the Otherworld, known in this game as "Dark Shrine". I composed the music for an eerie but beautiful world that uses images of shrines, mixing ancient Japanese court music with ambient echoes. I have included various techniques that will connect the player to the agony, inner conflict, fear and other emotions of the protagonist. I hope you can experience it for yourself in the game."
  *Other composers include Dai and Xaki.

Warning

This game contains depictions of gender discrimination, child abuse, bullying, drug-induced hallucinations, torture, and graphic violence.

This game is set in Japan in the 60s and contains representations based on the customs and culture of the time. These representations do not reflect the opinions or values of the developers or individuals involved.