Konami's latest Silent Hill Transmission has arrived, focusing entirely on the highly anticipated Silent Hill f, the next installment in the iconic horror franchise set in 1960s Japan. Announced back in 2022, Silent Hill f was initially teased as a game set in a "beautiful, therefore terrifying" world, with acclaimed Japanese visual novel writer Ryukishi07, known for the Higurashi and Umineko series, penning its narrative. After nearly three years, we're finally getting a deeper look into what Silent Hill f has in store.

Silent Hill f Aims to 'Find the Beauty in Terror' and Present Players With a Beautiful Yet Terrifying Choice in 1960s Japan

"Shimizu Hinkao was living her life as an ordinary teenager," the official description states. "That is, until her town is suddenly shrouded in fog and begins to change in a horrific way. Now, she must explore a town she no longer recognizes while solving puzzles, fighting strange enemies, and doing everything she can to survive... in order to face the ultimate decision that she must make. This is a tale about a beautiful yet terrifying choice."

Silent Hill f promises an original story perfect for new players, while also including Easter Eggs to delight long-time fans of the series. The game is set in the fictional Japanese town of Ebisugaoka, inspired by the real-life location of Kanayama, Gero, in the Gifu Prefecture.

Creature and character designer kera shared insights into the game's development, expressing his excitement and influence from the Silent Hill series, particularly Silent Hill 2. "I love the Silent Hill series, and it's been a big influence on me," Kera said. "In particular, I am constantly remembering Silent Hill 2, and the messages on the walls, the music, and the monster designs. So, when it came to Silent Hill f, and bringing the setting to Japan, we had to come up with something that felt just a little different, and I had to really think about how to get that feeling.

Music will play a crucial role in Silent Hill f, with long-time Silent Hill composer Akira Yamaoka and Kensuke Inage, known for his work on the Dynasty Warriors series, collaborating on the game's soundtrack. "I have composed music for an unsettling yet beautiful world that uses imagery from shrines, blending ancient Japanese court music with ambient echoes," Inage said. "I wove in various techniques that will connect the player to the protagonist's agony, internal conflict, fear, and other emotions."

While no release date was announced, it was confirmed that Silent Hill f will launch on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.