Silent Hill f is set to be a unique addition to the iconic Silent Hill series, as confirmed by Konami via an X/Twitter announcement. Unlike its predecessors, Silent Hill f will not be a sequel but will instead offer a standalone story, much like Silent Hill 2, making it "independent from the series." This approach makes it accessible even to those new to the franchise, as it's described as "a completely new title" that "people who have never played the Silent Hill series can enjoy."
While the series has had interconnected narratives with games like Silent Hill 1, Silent Hill 3, and Silent Hill Origins, others such as Silent Hill 2, Silent Hill 4: The Room, and Homecoming have explored stories less tethered to the central setting of the series. Konami's statement clarifies that Silent Hill f will not require prior knowledge of the 26-year-old series, despite its unique 1960s Japanese setting.
Set in the 1960s in Japan, Silent Hill f introduces players to Shimizu Hinako, a teenager grappling with societal and familial pressures. The narrative is penned by Ryukishi07, known for the When They Cry visual novel series. The game made headlines with its Japanese-language reveal trailer in March, marking it as the first Silent Hill game to receive an 18+ rating certification in Japan.
Currently in development, Silent Hill f has been rated Mature in the U.S., PEGI 18 in Europe, and CERO:Z in Japan, reflecting its mature content. This is a shift from previous titles like Silent Hill, Silent Hill 2, Silent Hill 3, and Silent Hill: The Room, which were rated CERO:C for ages 15 and up, and other entries typically rated CERO:C or CERO:D for ages 17 and up.
As of now, there is no set release date for Silent Hill f. Additionally, there's still no new information available on No Code's forthcoming Townfall, another anticipated addition to the Silent Hill universe.
