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- Silent Hill 4 is set to release soon, and its launch trailer offers a glimpse into the story of Hinako Shimizu, an introverted high schooler dealing with a history of family violence in 1960s Japan.
- The games unsettling imagery effectively portrays Hinakos struggle to find beauty amidst terror, a theme that has been present in previous Silent Hill titles.
- Silent Hill 4 marks the first time the series is set in 1960s Japan, providing a unique setting for the horror game.
- Players will have the opportunity to delve into the blurred lines between truth and fantasy when Silent Hill 4 launches on September 25.
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Silent Hill 4’s Launch Trailer Unveils Hinako Shimizu’s Struggle Amidst 60s Japan Terror and Beauty
With Silent Hill 4’s release just days away and following recent leaks, Konami has released the game’s official launch trailer. The launch trailer offers an in-depth look at Hinako Shimizu’s story, portraying her as an introverted high schooler grappling with a history of family violence. Unsettling imagery in the video effectively conveys this central theme. Notably, Silent Hill 4 marks a series first, as it is set in 1960s Japan. Hinako’s internal struggle focuses on finding beauty amidst terror, a theme that resonates with previous Silent Hill titles. Players can delve into the blurred lines between truth and fantasy when the game launches on September 25.
In Case You Missed It
For those interested in the rich history and intricate mechanics of video game genres, don’t miss Jonathan Dubinski’s insightful piece from August 25th titled “It’s Disingenuous to Compare Silent Hill f to Soulslikes, Says Its Director,” where Motoi Okamoto, a key figure behind the Silent Hill series, clarifies misconceptions about the game’s classification and emphasizes its unique identity as an action-horror masterpiece. Dive into this discussion at It’s Disingenuous to Compare Silent Hill f to Soulslikes, Says Its Director to learn more about Silent Hill’s distinct legacy. For those intrigued by the evolving nature of Silent Hill games, be sure to check out Jonathan Dubinski’s latest piece on “Silent Hill F Sparks Player Concern Over ‘Soulslike’ Combat Style” (August 3, 2025), where he delves into the upcoming release and its departure from traditional gameplay elements. With a focus on more action-packed combat and resource management, fans are divided over whether these changes enhance or detract from the series’ core identity. Dive deeper into this discussion at Silent Hill F Sparks Player Concern Over ‘Soulslike’ Combat Style to explore the ongoing conversation around Silent Hill F.
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| Official Name | Silent Hill 4: The Room |
| Brief Summary | Henry Townshend is living in South Ashfield, a city that's half a day's drive away from Silent Hill. He is content with his life, living in the South Ashfield Heights apartments. However, one day he finds himself mysteriously locked in his own apartment, Room 302. Along with experiencing strange and nightmarish dreams, he cannot escape through either the windows or his front door, which has been chained shut from the inside. No one, not even people standing directly outside of it, can hear him when he pounds on the door and cries for help. Henry explores his apartment, trying to figure out what is happening, when he spots a giant hole in the wall of his bathroom. Henry goes through the hole, only to find a portal which leads him to alternate dimensions.
Silent Hill 4: The Room is the fourth installment in the Silent Hill survival horror series. The game is similar to the past entries in terms of atmosphere, never letting the player know what's behind the next corner or down the street. Aside from the traditional third-person-view, there is now a first-person mode which is used to control the main character when he is in his apartment. Objects that can be interacted with are highlighted by eyeball icons. The previous games in the series have mostly been about exploring the town and solving puzzles, but this installment has much more combat involved. There are more enemies in a given area, spread in cramped spaces. The main character mostly uses a standard Silent Hill arsenal of weapons, such as the steel pipe, pistol and a golf club. |
| Platforms | PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, Xbox |
| Released | June 17, 2004 |
| Genre | Adventure |
| Play Modes | Single player |
| Content Rating | 18 |
| Languages | English, Japanese |
| Genre | Team Silent |
| Genre | Konami |
| Ratings | 74/100 (258 reviews) |
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