Silent Hill: Origins

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Konami
  • Release Date: Mar 4, 2008
Metascore
69

Mixed or average reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 21
  3. Negative: 0 out of 21
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  1. Gamers' Temple
    85
    Even if some of the aspects have gone downhill when compared to the PSP version, the game still remains the same from a gameplay perspective and overall story point of view.
  2. Pelit (Finland)
    80
    While bringing nothing new to the series and having some serious problems with the camera and clumsy battle controls, the game still comes out as highly atmospheric and enjoyable survival horror-experience. [June 2008]
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  3. Cheat Code Central
    80
    Origins is a solid entry in a popular horror franchise, but some mechanics (such as the combat and camera) show that the series is in need of a reboot. However, it's hard to beat the psychological sense of the fear that Silent Hill creates.
  5. GameZone
    78
    Silent Hill Origins might be the weakest installment in the series, but it’s a testament to the quality of the franchise when the weakest entry is still this good.
  6. PSM3 Magazine UK
    76
    Still compelling, but it was more suited to PSP. [June 2008, p.84]
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  7. Games Master UK
    75
    An unnerving experience certainly, but the same old problems persist. [June 2008, p.73]
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Awards & Rankings

20
#20 Best PS2 Game of 2008
5
#5 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2008
9
#9 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2008

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User Score
7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 124 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 75 out of 124
  2. Mixed: 34 out of 124
  3. Negative: 15 out of 124
  1. Frustrated4Ever
    Aug 9, 2020
    5
    "Meh" is the best word to describe Origins. It marked the start of Konami's blatant exploitation of the series. Nobody wanted a prequel to the"Meh" is the best word to describe Origins. It marked the start of Konami's blatant exploitation of the series. Nobody wanted a prequel to the original Silent Hill. If the game really honored its namesake, it would've offered players a unique experience, set during the dark events that cursed Silent Hill in the first place.… Full Review »
  2. Mav455
    Jan 29, 2015
    9
    Great game, the experience is even better with headphones on. You explore around the town to figure out the mystery behind a girl you foundGreat game, the experience is even better with headphones on. You explore around the town to figure out the mystery behind a girl you found in a house fire.… Full Review »
  3. Joecred
    Sep 10, 2018
    9
    Great game, nice gameplay and interesting plot, the only dissapoiting thing its the duration , little short for a 2006 game, ah and the excessGreat game, nice gameplay and interesting plot, the only dissapoiting thing its the duration , little short for a 2006 game, ah and the excess of bullets is another one, but it varies depending on the player… Full Review »
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