I've returned to last year's brilliant Silent Hill 2 now it's finally on Xbox Series X/S, and it's exactly what a remake should be

Revisiting the Brilliant Silent Hill 2 on Xbox Series X/S

I realize my view may not be the majority, but I don't fully appreciate Bluepoint's usual approach to remakes. While their versions are visually stunning, they often exaggerate or alter too much from the original experience. However, last year's Silent Hill 2 remake defies this trend.

Silent Hill 2: A Remake Done Right

The remake, now available on Xbox Series X/S, sticks faithfully to the atmosphere and narrative of the original game while enhancing its visuals and controls appropriately for modern platforms. It preserves the haunting mood and emotional depth that made the 2001 original a classic without overwriting its essence.

What Makes This Remake Stand Out?

Visual fidelity: The update brings crisp, modern graphics without losing the game's eerie tone.
Gameplay improvements: Controls and mechanics are refined, making the experience smoother and more immersive.
Respectful adaptation: The remake honors the core story and themes, avoiding unnecessary changes that derail fans' expectations.

“It’s exactly what a remake should be” — this sums up the experience, blending nostalgia with contemporary enhancements.

This Silent Hill 2 remake demonstrates how to refresh a beloved classic without compromising its soul, balancing reverence and innovation carefully.

This remake offers an exemplary blueprint on how to balance faithful preservation with modern technology for beloved games.

Eurogamer — 2025-11-29

Revisiting the Brilliant Silent Hill 2 on Xbox Series X/S

Silent Hill 2: A Remake Done Right

What Makes This Remake Stand Out?

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