Silent Hill: Shattered Memories- 'Reimagining' Of Silent Hill Announced!

[dereksworl]

Looks like an enhanced remake of the PS1 original.

Multiplatform 'Reimagining' Of Silent Hill Announced

Significantly-reworked takes on classic games are in vogue, and publisher Konami is getting into the act with Silent Hill: Shattered Memories, a new multiplatform version of the series' first game.

In development for PlayStation 2, Wii, and PSP, Konami promises Shattered Memories "takes a different path in many, many ways" to its 1999 PlayStation predecessor.

Development of the game is being handled by Climax Studios. The independent company already has experience with the franchise on both PlayStation 2 and PSP, having released the prequel game Silent Hill: Origins.

Konami's announcement makes particular mention of the Wii version of the game, highlighting control mechanics such as using the Wii remote as a cell phone or torch, and using the system's motion capabilities to manipulate puzzle elements.

"Such technology was not available when the original Silent Hill was released in 1999," the publisher points out.

Also planned for the game are a newly-created score by longtime series composer Akira Yamaoka and a new "psycho profile" mechanic that aims to tweak parts of the world and the player's actions based on past actions.

All three versions of Silent Hill: Shattered Memories have been slated for release this fall.

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[xtop]

takes a different path in many many ways?

meh..sounds like that could be bad

[dereksworl]

Originally Posted by xtop

takes a different path in many many ways?

meh..sounds like that could be bad

Don't bash me, but the only SH i ever played was the original..................and i didn't even finish it

[Darkhawk9587]

Sounds interesting. Only wish it would come out on PS3 and not PS2. Might have to take a look at this once released.

[Shin-Ra]

With Team SILENT gone the closest thing we have is Team SIREN.

[LifeOfAPirate13]

Siren demo was pretty brutal though IMO

[Shin-Ra]

Brutal disgusting or brutal hard? Thinking back the only tricky bit was spotting that there's a lock on that cabin door.

[dereksworl]

Press Release:

April 6, 2009 – Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH is to bring its terrifying Silent Hill series to Wii™ as Silent Hill: Shattered Memories heads to the Nintendo system for the first time in Autumn. The game, a clever reimagining of the now out of print first Silent Hill title, will also be released for PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) and PlayStation®2 at the same time.

While the game shares its twisting plot with the original PlayStation game, Silent Hill: Shattered Memories takes a different path in many, many ways. Characters can be approached but will offer different responses and be found in different places, while new clues and gameplay paths can be followed. The title follows Harry Mason, as he attempts to unravel the mystery of his missing daughter, Cheryl. A broken man, Mason’s investigations lead him to the mist-shrouded, snowy streets of Silent Hill: a malevolent town where the shadows play host to a wealth of evil, misshapen creatures.

Designed to make full use of the Wii’s unique controllers, Silent Hill: Shattered Memories uses the Wii Remote™ as a torch and cell phone as Mason looks for clues. The torch is vital for scouring the darkened, abandoned buildings of Silent Hill, while the phone acts as a secondary user interface, allowing the player to access maps via its GPS capabilities and take pictures of interesting elements. Likewise, the Wii Remote also can be used to pick up, examine and manipulate items to solve puzzles along the journey. Such technology was not available when the original Silent Hill was released in 1999, and its inclusion showcases Konami’s determination to enhance the playing experience with new, available technology.

Also new to Shattered Memories is a psyche profile element, which monitors every aspect of player’s reactions – from where they explore first, items that have been examined, and their reaction to those they meet. Small visual elements will also be altered slightly, adding to the oppressing atmosphere where nothing is what it seems. The psyche profile will adapt Harry’s actions as and when he meets normal-looking people or the game’s many inhuman denizens.

While the PSP® and PlayStation®2 will feature a more familiar control system, both games will boast the new additions, and are certain to entrance hardened fans of Silent Hill and newcomers alike. All three games are being developed by Climax, the team behind the acclaimed Silent Hill: Origins for PSP® and PlayStation®2, and will also feature an all-new soundtrack by series creator Akira Yamaoka.

Silent Hill: Shattered Memories will be released for Wii™, PSP® (PLAYSTATION®Portable) and PlayStation®2 in Autumn 2009.

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[Gamma_Winstead]

Just to let you know, there is NO combat in the game. You have to run away from everything!

[dereksworl]