Silent Hill

 PlayStation
  • Publisher: Konami
  • Release Date: Feb 24, 1999
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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 896 Ratings

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  1. doodlerman
    Jun 9, 2011
    10
    Without a doubt, the best horror game in existence. To this day I've never played anything this frightening or uneasy feeling, and I'm a horror game fanatic. Nothing I've played on the Xbox 360 or PS3 or ANYTHING made today has had the same effect on me that this has. Before I played this game I thought things like Dead Space and/or Resident Evil games were freaky, then I figured it wasWithout a doubt, the best horror game in existence. To this day I've never played anything this frightening or uneasy feeling, and I'm a horror game fanatic. Nothing I've played on the Xbox 360 or PS3 or ANYTHING made today has had the same effect on me that this has. Before I played this game I thought things like Dead Space and/or Resident Evil games were freaky, then I figured it was about time I played Silent Hill games. I started with Homecoming, which wasn't really all that great, and then I figured I should start from the beginning and work my way forward - so I found it online, bought it, and found myself successfully freaked out. The visuals alone are groundbreaking. It's like a well-shot movie and a nightmare at the same time, and, though the mysteries are explained in later games, I was never completely sure what the hell was going on in the town in the first place prior to my playing of other sequels. The game resembles a psychological, nightmarish experience as perfectly as a game can - and the crappy graphics of the late 90s helps with this effect. Also, though many may complain about the difficult controls, I think they helped add to the experience and desperation of certain situations. Even now the effects of this groundbreaking game can leave you on the edge of your seat, and though it isn't an easy game to find (unless, of course, you're able to buy it on PSN, which I haven't checked to see if it's available), you should definitely consider it.… Expand
  2. NathanM.
    Apr 27, 2007
    10
    Excellent in every way. Claustrophobic camera angles, the Kafka-esque fog, and distorted enemies wandering the streets all contribute to this games scariness. Nothing freakier than playing this game at night and hearing the dreaded air-raid siren that signals your descent into the nightmarish Otherworld.
  3. Mad_Hatter91
    Mar 6, 2013
    10
    One of the most beautiful horror games ever made. The game manages to scare you with the atmosphere scary, dark places, abominable monsters and a great plot. A play that will never be forgotten.
  4. Carlitoxic
    Jun 19, 2014
    10
    Silent hill es el cielo de los juegos de terror. Nunca una atmósfera así nos había conducido por un mundo tan complejo y profundo, donde unos personajes maduros e inolvidables se abrían paso en un pueblo corrompido, de oscuros secretos y contínuas sorpresas y giros que marcaron un nuevo punto y aparte en el género.
  5. defpak
    Dec 31, 2013
    10
    The best of his generation!!!! It has good controls and mechanic, great story and sound. The original soundtrack still haunt me now and then. A MUST HAVE GAME FOR PSX
  6. GraceS.
    Jan 20, 2004
    7
    The awkward camera angles, dialogue and graphics are rather annoying but Silent Hill isn't without it's scares. This makes the Resident Evil series seem corny. Silent Hill is also very rare now. Anyway, Silent Hill is briliant and I love every newest instalment.
  7. ViperSquad
    Dec 22, 2005
    9
    Masterful atmosphere
  8. TheQuietGamer
    Feb 8, 2013
    9
    Pure survival horror excellence. Playing this game is a truly frightening experience, and will stick with you long after you've played it. I had trouble playing this game for extended periods of time because of how badly it would freak me out. The game reminds you that the dark is a scary place to be, especially alone. The game is a must play for horror fans, but keep in mind this is anPure survival horror excellence. Playing this game is a truly frightening experience, and will stick with you long after you've played it. I had trouble playing this game for extended periods of time because of how badly it would freak me out. The game reminds you that the dark is a scary place to be, especially alone. The game is a must play for horror fans, but keep in mind this is an old game and some aspects of this game haven't aged well, mainly the controls and graphics. The controls and graphics just take a little getting used to, I played this game on my PS3 and recommend playing this game with the D-pad rather than the analog stick just because the game is easier to control with the d-pad. I really don't have any complaints about the game, other than an irritating sound glitch that occurred every now and then when I used a gun where the game would make a horrible screeching noise until I left the area where I fired the gun. The glitch didn't occur often and may just have been because I was playing on a PS3. If your a horror fan and haven't played this game you really should. So get a copy of this game, lock your doors, turn off the lights and get ready to be scared.… Expand
  9. Magikarp
    Jul 19, 2013
    9
    Great story, amazing atmosphere, amazing soundtrack.. Amazing game overall.

    The graphics for its time are pretty darn good, the characters are good too and won't be easily forgotten. The feel of the game makes you think twice of playing this game, not because its bad.. Because it's so intense and scary that you'll love it and also fear it. There's no better word than masterpiece    Great story, amazing atmosphere, amazing soundtrack.. Amazing game overall.

    The graphics for its time are pretty darn good, the characters are good too and won't be easily forgotten.

    The feel of the game makes you think twice of playing this game, not because its bad.. Because it's so intense and scary that you'll love it and also fear it.

    There's no better word than masterpiece to describe this game.    … Expand
  10. fijiboy
    Apr 20, 2014
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I wish they made more games like this. Silent hill is the definition of survival horror. limited resources, chilling ambience, fear of the unknown, great atmosphere, well executed jumpscares, and most importantly, psychological scares. I have never came across a game that made me question my own sanity, such as the time where you enter a bathroom and you come out in a different hallway, or the part in the hospital where you check all the 3 floors in the elevator and you come back to find a fourth floor. this game is a masterpiece, a survival horror gem. but if you are not a survival horror fan, then you probably wont like this game at all to be honest… Expand
  11. kailoone
    Oct 18, 2015
    10
    What can I say about this game, I played it back in july of 2000 I remember already having played other titles such as Resident Evil 1 2 and 3, I had played Dino Crisis and also Parasite Eve and many other games that weren't exactly horror. Well I was not ready for this game it just blew my mind, the level of horror was set that day and this is the game I use to measure any other horrorWhat can I say about this game, I played it back in july of 2000 I remember already having played other titles such as Resident Evil 1 2 and 3, I had played Dino Crisis and also Parasite Eve and many other games that weren't exactly horror. Well I was not ready for this game it just blew my mind, the level of horror was set that day and this is the game I use to measure any other horror game. I loved this game back in 2000 and I love it now in 2015 I keep coming back to this game over and over throughout my life. Have to play it at least once every 2 or 3 years. Story 10/10 brilliant story involving the ocult. Graphics despite that they are old and outdated actually helped this game to be scarier, yes that's right the poor graphics make the game scarier, 9/10. Sound and music 10/10 best about this game is the music and the sounds are right on even the akward voice acting helps to that desolating feeling to the game(dreamlike), finally the gameplay and controls, they are a bit clunky but not as bad as other games 9/10 final veredict 10/10. Despite having outdated graphics and awkward controls the gameplay story and sound are perfect for a horror game hands down the best horror game ever created and I have played tons of titles before and after this one throughout the years.… Expand
  12. g
    Oct 8, 2016
    9
    Any video game with a story that concentrates on one character you control and go the next character to investigates what really happens in the game. Silent Hill is one of those video games with a fantastic elements and story of a town that people describes it's hell. One of the games you must play today in case you have still kept your PS1, a classic, horrifying and one of survival-horror's best.
  13. Captain_Faramir
    May 27, 2017
    9
    9.3 - Incredibly well made game. Controls and camera angles aren't the greatest but it doesn't take too much away from the overall experience. Puzzles are smartly made often using poems as clues, requiring the player to think about the words and not just interpret them literally. Besides a few really good music tracks, a lot of this game's soundtrack is atmospheric, and plays probably the9.3 - Incredibly well made game. Controls and camera angles aren't the greatest but it doesn't take too much away from the overall experience. Puzzles are smartly made often using poems as clues, requiring the player to think about the words and not just interpret them literally. Besides a few really good music tracks, a lot of this game's soundtrack is atmospheric, and plays probably the most significant role in making this game scary. Although the graphics do not seem to make the enemies appear scary to the player, the sounds they make combined with the music and environment makes them creepy. Silent Hill is also a largely story-driven game, and manages to do a decent job, but lacks the explanation of various details about the story.… Expand
  14. Panica3643D
    Jun 16, 2018
    9
    Игра для своего времени великолепная. Даже сейчас она актуальная, несмотря на устаревшую графику.
  15. Leontorres7
    Nov 13, 2018
    10
    Legendary game, play it, this game changed my life for good, all I have for this game is LOVE.
  16. BeboFett
    Dec 31, 2020
    8
    Although I am not a big fan of the saga, I have to admit that Silent Hill is a great work

    Its rough gameplay works for the genre. Most of all, its story is of great weight, the development of the plot is undoubtedly its strength, and I'm sure that at the time it marked many gamers.
  17. gameking
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    This game is awesome. You are never be bored. Nowadays, other games are using one or two copy places or they are using open-world with stupid missions. This game has a lot of place such as hospital, school, park, port, sewers, cafes... All places has a lot of good puzzles. The athmosphere is very terrifying and, this game gives you a good horror.
  18. Mahmus
    Oct 26, 2020
    9
    Silent Hill uses genius tricks to give the impression of an open world that feels both vast and claustrophobic, with roads destroyed restricting the player and scry creatures emanating sound you'll grow to hate in the best way possible.

    The game, with it's impressive visuals and excellent soundtrack, touches on the psycholical apsects a bit less than subsequent entries, but creates an    Silent Hill uses genius tricks to give the impression of an open world that feels both vast and claustrophobic, with roads destroyed restricting the player and scry creatures emanating sound you'll grow to hate in the best way possible.

    The game, with it's impressive visuals and excellent soundtrack, touches on the psycholical apsects a bit less than subsequent entries, but creates an unnerving atmosphere that keeps you playing with ease and fright, even if you might need a guide to solve some of the most convoluted puzzles and a heads up on how to beat the real final boss in under a minute.    … Expand
  19. DartAnok
    Feb 5, 2020
    10
    One of the best game at PS and one of the best horror game ever. After so many years, it still playable and interesting.
  20. Frustrated4Ever
    Aug 9, 2020
    8
    I'm about to commit what many would consider blasphemy...

    Silent Hill is a superior survival horror game to Resident Evil. Allow me to explain: Everything Resident Evil did, Silent Hill did better. Dynamic gameplay design? Silent Hill has fully explorable 3D environments, the ability to move while shooting, unique enemies, and an entire town to explore. Meanwhile, the original    I'm about to commit what many would consider blasphemy...

    Silent Hill is a superior survival horror game to Resident Evil. Allow me to explain:

    Everything Resident Evil did, Silent Hill did better. Dynamic gameplay design? Silent Hill has fully explorable 3D environments, the ability to move while shooting, unique enemies, and an entire town to explore. Meanwhile, the original Resident Evil is restricted to a single mansion, has fixed camera angles (with 2D backgrounds), very few enemy types, and stand-and-shoot combat. Now, it's not totally fair to compare games that are three years apart in age, but both of these titles served as their respective franchise's debut. As for story, that's really subjective. Silent Hill certainly has more depth though.

    The only real gripes i have with the game are unimaginative enemy designs and shoddy voice acting. You can also get lost at times, but I kind of like not having my hand held.

    8/10    … Expand
  21. R4Zi3L
    May 12, 2011
    10
    Truly masterpiece of survival horror and artistic expression in games. Music and sound effects are hypnotic, same about graphics (for PS1). Must play for everyone.
  22. Sephiroth78
    Apr 17, 2011
    10
    By far the greatest game I've ever played. Chilling to its very end with a storytelling which no matter how many horror games will come will never be forgotten...
  23. diegoadc23
    Aug 31, 2013
    10
    9.2 is way to low. 9.7 is the least we can rate. This game didn't give fear as resident evil 1 and 2, but mess with your minds like no other. Unique game of horror.
  24. sprintinmario
    Feb 8, 2014
    10
    This game is down right amazing. The graphics music story voice acting writing weapons puzzels and bosses are all better then the original resident evil. So yeah i dont know what else to say
  25. Cole123
    Jan 17, 2013
    7
    This game is an horror classic.Good storyline,good gameplay and puzzles,and opcourse this game scares the hell out of you since the begging to the end.The only reason i gave this game a 7/10 is because the graphics are bad (even for its time) and the controls are stiff.
  26. Hugeonpluto
    Dec 26, 2020
    2
    Imagine some cottage cheese dumped out on the sidewalk for 20 years. That's how well this game has aged. It was probably good when it came out, but it's a chore to play now.
  27. TheDestroyer
    Feb 24, 2015
    6
    I am The Destroyer. I will break games, complain about the littlest detail, and tell you whether or not you should buy this game. A lot of things to say but can't due to the 5000 character limit. The game will be judged under year 1999 video game standards.

    1. Story You play as a 32 year old man named Harry Mason. Out on a vacation with your daughter, Cheryl, you are suddenly involved    I am The Destroyer. I will break games, complain about the littlest detail, and tell you whether or not you should buy this game. A lot of things to say but can't due to the 5000 character limit. The game will be judged under year 1999 video game standards.

    1. Story
    You play as a 32 year old man named Harry Mason. Out on a vacation with your daughter, Cheryl, you are suddenly involved in a car accident on the outskirts of a town called Silent Hill. You awake unconsciously from the wrecked vehicle to discover your daughter went missing after the crash. As you search the streets looking for her, you begin to notice how deserted the town really is. Something is not right in Silent Hill, but the only thing that matters to you right now is your daughter...
    Silent Hill (video game) is filled with history. And it's the mystery behind it that will quickly have you attached. However, by the time you complete the game, there will still be a lot of unanswered questions that leave first-time-gamers confused. The first game's story lacks backbone. And the only way to correct it is to look up the history online, or play future instalments of Silent Hill. It's possible that some questions weren't meant to be answered during the game's creation - but whose to say?

    2. Voice Acting
    The voice actors & actresses were great in their performances, but the editors must have taken one-too many coffee breaks. Characters in this game will speak in a single sentence or two..... and then pause every 2 seconds.... "Did you know that my daughter...... is still out there somewhere? ..... I need to find her....." Expect speech pausing to happen often.

    3. Graphics and Visuals
    These graphics are nothing fancy, but will get the job done. The most important thing is that it must have you believing in it, and there's a mix of both here. The best comes from your own character's animations, while the worst comes from trying to figure out what doors in the town you can actually open.

    4. Gameplay
    Gameplay refers to survival horror, and the various puzzles you solve during the game. Put it all together and it's average!

    -Survival-Horror-
    In this game, your ammunition is limited, so your survival horror instants have to kick in if you want any chance to survive. There is not enough ammo to kill everything in the game on normal difficulty, so you're gonna be running away from a few battles. When you are battling, controls are perfect in responsiveness. Remember that Harry is a middle-aged man with no combat experience before the story, so it matches really well. Combat uses your standard weapons like handguns, shotguns, things one is familiar with. It also has melee weapons, though not recommended to use those unless you're freakishly good at the game. When using a gun, bullets have a have a chance of missing your target the further away you are from them. Even at 20-foot range with the gun pointing straight at them, bullets can still fly diagonally. So it's a good idea to get as close as you can without getting hurt before you unload that bad-boy. The enemies will start off extremely basic, but it's still recommended to save as much ammo as you can because the enemies later will give you a run for your money.

    -Puzzles-
    These puzzles were taken overboard in terms of difficulty. There's no balance here. When you have to use an FAQ or a guide just to get through a section, you're not playing the game, and that hurts it's value. I'm talking about first-time players here, and not veterans who already know everything. These can be ridiculously hard, and not everyone had an internet back then for the instant answer. Konami fails at designing a decently challenging puzzle.

    5. Soundtrack
    The only thing you'll remember is the static from your radio, and whatever the awkward screeching in the background Konami calls music. Not convinced? Search up the ost for this game and listen. It will have those with sensitive ears bleeding within a minute. There is hardly any music here for phrasing.

    6. Personal Enjoyment
    When it was time for combat or to dodge/avoid enemies, I did have a lot of fun. It's got story, and it sure has survival horror. But it doesn't have anything else. The replay value is low, and it's mainly because of the amount of running around you have to do. I spent 7 hours trying to beat this game because I couldn't figure out what doors were open-able. No doubt that there is potential in the franchise, but it isn't with this game. Silent Hill fanboys are free to down-rate this review, but everything I've said is still true.

    7. Overall Verdict
    The final verdict is a 6 out of 10 - slightly above average. Unless horror is your main genre and you're in to some really freaky stuff, there's not really a whole lot of reason to come back. Only buy if you're a curious cat.    … Expand
  28. crazydangerous
    Apr 11, 2012
    7
    This game is still fun in 2012. I have issues with the levels of secrecy of some of the things you do to get certain endings and the boss fights are a little weak but It's still a really entertaining game with the right expectations and mind set.
  29. nonaste
    Mar 15, 2019
    0
    This is 2019. I must be spoiled. Trying to play this game is an absolutely aggravating experience. The KB controls are clunky beyond belief. I gave up in utter frustration after an hour of trying to move around and defend myself. This thing is rated as the best horror survival game in existence. BS!! The dialogue and writing is just awful. The soundtrack is a joke. The graphicsThis is 2019. I must be spoiled. Trying to play this game is an absolutely aggravating experience. The KB controls are clunky beyond belief. I gave up in utter frustration after an hour of trying to move around and defend myself. This thing is rated as the best horror survival game in existence. BS!! The dialogue and writing is just awful. The soundtrack is a joke. The graphics suck beyond belief. Ok, sure it was made in 1899 so I understand that. But from what I saw in an hour the horror level is laughable. Nothing was there to create horror. Everything about this damned game created annoyance.… Expand
  30. Subject98
    May 31, 2012
    10
    One of the best horror games ever made, only a few ticks below the second game in my opinion. You owe yourself to play it if you haven't, it starts out slow but never stops getting better and more mind bending all the way to the end.
  31. SilentINU
    Jun 17, 2013
    8
    This is for sure one of the best horror games ever and the game that started a big series. The controls may be a little hard to deal and the fights are just annoying so the best it to run from everything you see, because that's being realistic, in reality you would really face a freaking jumping monster with a pipe? The fog is what made the series and this one has a incredible fog thatThis is for sure one of the best horror games ever and the game that started a big series. The controls may be a little hard to deal and the fights are just annoying so the best it to run from everything you see, because that's being realistic, in reality you would really face a freaking jumping monster with a pipe? The fog is what made the series and this one has a incredible fog that really hides your enemies making it harder to you to spot them. Overall the game is great, epic music, disturbing spot (one of the most disturbing ever).… Expand
  32. SenshudoTV
    Mar 11, 2014
    8
    Silent Hill does a great job in building up tension, plays with your imagination by showing you disturbing images and using creepy sound effects. This game separates itself from other popular titles of the survival-horror genre by taking a slight backseat on the action front and going for the more psychological approach. With replay ability, a good mix of action and puzzles wrapped in aSilent Hill does a great job in building up tension, plays with your imagination by showing you disturbing images and using creepy sound effects. This game separates itself from other popular titles of the survival-horror genre by taking a slight backseat on the action front and going for the more psychological approach. With replay ability, a good mix of action and puzzles wrapped in a nightmarish bow, Silent Hill is definitely a horror title worth playing.… Expand
  33. kasparius
    Jul 8, 2014
    10
    This is easily the scariest and creepiest game I have ever played. And while I might never play it again, it lives on in my mind as the greatest horror game of all time. The sequels had their moments, but nothing ever came close to the original. The game feels like a horrible nightmare and it plays like one too. Don't be put off by the aged graphics, because in fact they are part of theThis is easily the scariest and creepiest game I have ever played. And while I might never play it again, it lives on in my mind as the greatest horror game of all time. The sequels had their moments, but nothing ever came close to the original. The game feels like a horrible nightmare and it plays like one too. Don't be put off by the aged graphics, because in fact they are part of the reason why the game is so scary, the lack of clear definition of characters and places feel like one of those dreams where everything is a little blurry, rusty and confusing. Nightmares are not in high definition and neither is Silent Hill. The soundtrack of the game might be the most brilliant aspect of the game, it never ceases to keep you wondering what those sounds actually are and long after you are done playing the game, you will probably still shudder in the dark as you recall your visit to Silent Hill.… Expand
  34. SiAScORCH
    Nov 5, 2014
    9
    While this game could never compare to Resident Evil in terms of horror or making you feel on edge, it did do a great job as well. This game is simply amazing, and spooky. This is one of the few masterpieces I've had the chance to experience and I'm glad that I was able to. You shouldn't pass on the chance to get that same experience because I can promise you won't regret it.
  35. Darko84
    Feb 3, 2015
    9
    Silent Hill was the best survival horror game available on the PS1.
    The music, the enemies, the atmosphere and story are totally amazing and creepy at the same time.
    It makes you feel desperate and lost.
    Only the graphics are a little bit poor if you compare them to RE2 or RE3.
    If you really want to feel afraid, you need to play this game.
  36. Meraj
    Aug 11, 2016
    10
    The real score for this game is 9.5 but since Metacritic doesn't support these types of numbers I gave it 10. Probably one of the best games of PS1. This game has several good things.
    - Horrible Atmosphere
    - Amazing sound effects (Really great for 1999) - Arcane Music - Cool gameplay with cool items, cool weapons, cool locations and ... - Good story and characters - Graphics are also    The real score for this game is 9.5 but since Metacritic doesn't support these types of numbers I gave it 10. Probably one of the best games of PS1. This game has several good things.
    - Horrible Atmosphere
    - Amazing sound effects (Really great for 1999)
    - Arcane Music
    - Cool gameplay with cool items, cool weapons, cool locations and ...
    - Good story and characters
    - Graphics are also very good for it's release time
    This game can compete with classic Resident Evil games.
    If you love horror entertainments like horror movies or survival horror games make sure to play this masterpiece at least once.
    I hope to see this franchise returns with high quality versions just like before.    … Expand
  37. misterMiao
    Sep 3, 2016
    10
    holy **** **** This has 9.2? Well it is **** great but you know it isn't Silent Hill 2 but then again you know it isn't Silent hill 4 so I guess anything goes.
  38. Quijote
    Mar 29, 2017
    10
    La perfección hecha juego, tremenda atmósfera visual, muy envolvente todo, sobre todo esa eterna niebla y la tensión constante del radio que suena cuando se acercan los enemigos. La música muy buena, los ángulos de las cámaras una maravilla, todo bien con este juego.
  39. herimejson
    Aug 10, 2017
    9
    I didn't find the game scary, just because of the graphics, but I'm sure I would find it more scary if it was on the newer consoles. Even tho, I was scared in some moments it still wasn't enough to call game scary. I can just say this: "The worst voice acting ever!" The voice acting is so bad it's actually funny. But, who am I to judge, it's 1999's game. Anyways, amazing game in general.
  40. Trix122
    Feb 2, 2023
    10
    This game was ahead of its time BY A LOT. They dont make this kind of games anymore.
  41. Zorrk
    Mar 30, 2020
    10
    That **** game...dammmn. That sound of unknown, one of the best horror games. Masterpiece!
  42. Shimmeywill
    Mar 9, 2020
    7
    Good for the time. Definitely isn't very scary in hindsight compared to the sequels and the sewer level feels very "gamey". It does end up breaking the immersion quite a bit for the latter part of the game.
  43. Lifesmeaning42
    May 6, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is alright to play but it's too loud, and there's not enough of a hill.… Expand
  44. Boldanone
    May 14, 2022
    9
    Amazing as a horror game. I like this kind of walking-around-finding-stuff games. The game is terrifying most of the time. I love that looking through the darkness feels very real and scary. The controls feel old, but that's understandable. The only thing that bothered me is a long walking around the city near the end (maybe I just could find the way). A strong 9/10 it is.
  45. Ivanx
    Sep 9, 2004
    9
    Silent hill will scare u the first time u play and it is also a fun solid game. Playing in the dark will enhance the experience and u will get a connection with the charectars and the silent hill universe questioning the world u live in all in all brilliant game which has brilliant sequels.
  46. BillyB.
    Dec 11, 2002
    10
    Yes, I browned myself, and loved doing it... It's so primal, isn't it?
  47. BenN.
    Jun 11, 2003
    10
    The originals r always the best and this is no exception, sure Silent Hill 2 & 3 r brill but this has the best ideas & storyline by far, oh & its the scariest without a doubt, all u gotta do now is try & find a copy in the shops somewhere !
  48. Jack
    Sep 29, 2005
    10
    Classic!
  49. SwtS.
    Oct 18, 2006
    10
    Brilliant! The suspense and thrill is exhilarating.
  50. Conval
    May 11, 2003
    10
    It is most interesting game that ever come on playstation, and how would we croatians say -savrseno !!!
  51. Rodrigo_31
    Aug 16, 2016
    10
    This is by far my favourite games franchise. Silent Hill is everything the horror movies can be and they are not when we talk about fear, tension and true scary moments. I always felt bored watching any kind of horror-suspense movie, whatever thriller already release or about the release in the future, it is simple not going to be or it is that grotesque, and horrifying.

    Amnesia, Soma,    This is by far my favourite games franchise. Silent Hill is everything the horror movies can be and they are not when we talk about fear, tension and true scary moments. I always felt bored watching any kind of horror-suspense movie, whatever thriller already release or about the release in the future, it is simple not going to be or it is that grotesque, and horrifying.

    Amnesia, Soma, Layers of Fear, Silent Hill, all put together put all the horror movies to shame!

    I'll never forget the **** pants moments while playing Silent Hill for the first time... Silent Hill 2 is my favourite video game ever, yes, EVER. But the first one is a 10 too. Both are perfects, are great and uniques, they are all incredibly made, true masterpieces, and no other games will ever come close in subject matters, its story is incomparable. No mater what you will say about Mass Effect, Bioshock, Metal Gear Solid, Silent Hill is deeper, complex and better!

    "The fear of blood tends to create fear for the flesh"    … Expand
  52. khalats
    Feb 21, 2011
    10
    This game is still rocks after 12 years. The atmosphere is fascinating, the music and the noises makes you frightened, even if you played with it several times. For me it's simply the best horror game.
  53. AttackZach
    Mar 14, 2012
    9
    This horror classic sets the stage for future psychological video games as well as breathing new life into a literally dead genre. It's unique visuals and storyline create an atmosphere that even years later hold up against current video games and is stil just as scary. Set in a fog ridden town of Silent Hill, Harry Mason, a writer on vacation, searches desperately for his daughter afterThis horror classic sets the stage for future psychological video games as well as breathing new life into a literally dead genre. It's unique visuals and storyline create an atmosphere that even years later hold up against current video games and is stil just as scary. Set in a fog ridden town of Silent Hill, Harry Mason, a writer on vacation, searches desperately for his daughter after loosing her in a car crash. As he explores the ghostly town, he meets an intriguing cast of characters who slowly help to piece together the town's mythos as well as the mysterious disappearance of his daughter. The story is complex and fascinating, always sure to keep you 100% fascinated. As you explore through the town, Harry encounters several monsters (who honestly do look more than a little dorky) that he'll have to use all his resources and wits on to kill before he himself is killed. This is the major fault of the game: the controls. Harry is near impossible to control and walking in the way you want him to can be even more terrifying than the monsters creeping around town. The combat feels slow and clunky, which actually works well and encourages players to run rather than fight. As much as I like this mechanic, when you are forced to fight bosses and such, it becomes frustrating instead of engaging. Ignoring the few problems with the controls and combat, Silent Hill is ultimately a rewarding and interesting experience you won't soon be forgetting.… Expand
  54. sjbn002
    Aug 3, 2013
    10
    Sin duda una de los mejores juegos de terror de todos los tiempos, en donde los graficos no importaban si no la atmosfera, los puzzles, esa sensacion de miedo, soledad y no se diga la musica de Akira Yamaoka....
  55. CalR
    Feb 27, 2012
    10
    As far a horror and video-gaming are concerned there is increasingly only one category that is offered: survival-action. Since Devil May Cry appeared in the early 2000's we have witnessed a fundamental shift over time of atmosphere to action, and whilst this may only be a natural occurance, there remains a large section of gamer's who long for something other than a screen full of gore.As far a horror and video-gaming are concerned there is increasingly only one category that is offered: survival-action. Since Devil May Cry appeared in the early 2000's we have witnessed a fundamental shift over time of atmosphere to action, and whilst this may only be a natural occurance, there remains a large section of gamer's who long for something other than a screen full of gore. Even though Resident Evil is currently getting lost in its action-reboot since 4, Silent Hill - for better or worse- has for the most part stayed true to what it knows best. Unfortunately, whilst changing controls to make them more fluid may seem logical, I actually perceive this as a severe loss in gameplay. Silent Hill remains frightening and tense to some degree because of the interaction with the buttons itself. Turning around on the spot cannot for some reason recreate that. This original, arguably the best of the series has not aged well (though it has in comparison to Resident Evil)- however this has not dimmed the sheer fright and sense of dread at all. As Heavy Rain did upon its release, Silent Hill created a visceral and exciting game through its storytelling and pacing, which no other horror-game outside of the series has managed to match. Although the Siren franchise comes close to the gameplay aspects of horror, no other game has ever come close to the storytelling present here. Woven in narrative is not something you will often hear games being described these days and it is a real shame. I write this review a few weeks before the release of Silent Hill: Downpour and whilst I expect an improvement over the frankly dull 'Homecoming'- the days of old Silent Hill are over, but this will remain one of the PS One's finest hours.… Expand
  56. LopsterPopster
    Aug 4, 2012
    8
    I played this one after the other Silent Hills and didn't expect much from it, being a Playstation game. But this game crushed those doubts and proved that it's a damn good game. Despite it's blocky ambiguous monsters and hard-to-manuever controls (Ibut maybe those helped add to the horror experience), it was still a chilling game (maybe the awful Playstation voice acting had something toI played this one after the other Silent Hills and didn't expect much from it, being a Playstation game. But this game crushed those doubts and proved that it's a damn good game. Despite it's blocky ambiguous monsters and hard-to-manuever controls (Ibut maybe those helped add to the horror experience), it was still a chilling game (maybe the awful Playstation voice acting had something to do with it).. That first taste of Otherworld still freaks me out to no end and is possibly the most unsettling environment you'll find in a Playstation game. This is truly a fight-or-flight game, unlike many other horror-survival games (the sequels didn't do this aspect justice) and I truly feel like I'm fighting for my life. Even though he doesn't have too much development as a character, I can't help but feel myself being drawn into Harry as if I'm being put in his shoes and actually feel like I'm fighting for my life in a horrific town filled with nightmarish creatures. Plus, my favorite aspect of all Silent Hill games, are the multiple endings. This was the first game to offer multiple versions of endings and it was revolutionary. It's a horror-survival classic and no Silent Hill, or any horror game fan, should go without playing… Expand
  57. pookie
    Jun 28, 2012
    9
    Truly Scary & eerie. The atmosphere and mood in this game are superb. The Resident Evil games can't compare. Silent Hill feels like a true breed of Survival Horror. The story and world suck the player in. This is survival horror at its finest with a genuine creep factor.
  58. Rolento
    Nov 25, 2012
    10
    A classic, my favorite game, AND a childhood memory. My opinion on this game is biased, and rightfully so I say. It probably doesn't deserve a 10, and I'm usually of the opinion that if 10 is the maximum score it's supposed to represent perfection itself, but such a thing doesn't exist and Silent Hill is far from perfect. Still, with its tremendously unsettling atmosphere, itsA classic, my favorite game, AND a childhood memory. My opinion on this game is biased, and rightfully so I say. It probably doesn't deserve a 10, and I'm usually of the opinion that if 10 is the maximum score it's supposed to represent perfection itself, but such a thing doesn't exist and Silent Hill is far from perfect. Still, with its tremendously unsettling atmosphere, its intellectual approach to the survival horror genre that refused the mainstream Resident Evil-isms of "BOO" and precision shots, with its references... with everything, Silent Hill manages to steal my one and only 10/10 ever. Fanboyisms apart, even looking back at it after so many years the gameplay is not bad at all, the graphics make up for those times' technical limitations with a style that today is still considered a major influence on many works, and the soundtrack is beyond amazing. Yeah, about the flaws, the voice acting is terrible, we get it. Another flaw I found mentioned was the confusing camera movements, to which I definitely disagree, seem good to me.… Expand
  59. alex007
    Oct 18, 2012
    8
    Creepy, offbeat and unsettling. "Silent Hill" is a trippy horror game that seems to be inspired by the works of H.P. Lovecraft and Clive Barker. It blends "Resident Evil"-type gameplay with a surreal, yet nightmarish atmosphere. The title refers to a town with a shady history. And the protagonist is Harry Mason, a writer who is driving through Silent Hill while on vacation with hisCreepy, offbeat and unsettling. "Silent Hill" is a trippy horror game that seems to be inspired by the works of H.P. Lovecraft and Clive Barker. It blends "Resident Evil"-type gameplay with a surreal, yet nightmarish atmosphere. The title refers to a town with a shady history. And the protagonist is Harry Mason, a writer who is driving through Silent Hill while on vacation with his daughter. After he awakens from a car accident, he finds that his daughter, Cheryl, is missing. As Harry searches for her, he meets a number of crazy characters including a female cop who assists him. The game is creepy to the extreme with its fog-covered town, off-kilter camera angles and unsettling sounds. Since this is a PS1 game, the graphics aren't as effective as they should be, but the bizarre imagery can be trippy. Also, the hauntingly beautiful score is what really enhances the strange tone. "Silent Hill" is one of the best horror games of the PlayStation 1. It involves the player with its mystery and solid action/adventure gameplay. A companion piece of sorts to the original "Resident Evil", SH is a must play for fans of interactive horror. 8.5 out of 10… Expand
  60. Speed4Runs
    Dec 2, 2012
    8
    The game that will always be remembered by all horror players: Silent Hill. A mind-blowing game, excellent plot, graphics, gameplay and horror... a game that, with Resident Evil, has started the great genre of Survival Horror. If you still haven't played it yet (quite impossible), do it!
  61. Rox22
    Sep 15, 2013
    8
    This was the first game that really gave Resident Evil a run for its money in the survival horror genre. While it followed a similar method, it also felt more open and the atmosphere was utterly chilling.

    Graphically it was a little rough around the edges, even by PS1 standards, but some of the time it just added to the atmosphere. Sounds and music were just spot on, creepy as hell.    This was the first game that really gave Resident Evil a run for its money in the survival horror genre. While it followed a similar method, it also felt more open and the atmosphere was utterly chilling.

    Graphically it was a little rough around the edges, even by PS1 standards, but some of the time it just added to the atmosphere. Sounds and music were just spot on, creepy as hell. Voice acting was a little weak, but good enough not to ruin the experience.

    Combat was clumsy and for the most part you tried to avoid. To be honest this game did remind me allot of the first two Alone in the Dark games in this regard. Combat is a last resort, running away is the better option.

    Overall:
    This was a solid entry to the survival horror genre and cemented Silent Hill's reputation for decades to come.    … Expand
  62. Rem
    Jan 20, 2017
    8
    The original Silent Hill began what was once considered the greatest horror franchise in videogames, but what did it do specifically to spark this? For one, it crafted an atmosphere so thick and dreadful, nothing could match it for the time. Combine this with horror that delivers through subtlety and anticipation, a complex but hidden story, and a haunting soundtrack, this first entryThe original Silent Hill began what was once considered the greatest horror franchise in videogames, but what did it do specifically to spark this? For one, it crafted an atmosphere so thick and dreadful, nothing could match it for the time. Combine this with horror that delivers through subtlety and anticipation, a complex but hidden story, and a haunting soundtrack, this first entry would undoubtedly pave its way into the horror classics.

    The focus point of Silent Hill centers around its own name, the eponymous town in which the game takes place. Once a peaceful resort town now has been corrupted by demonic forces and the protagonist, Harry Mason enters the town in search of his daughter following a car crash. For the PS1 era, Silent Hill was a technical marvel in crafting ambiance because of the hardware limitations. What was once terrible pop-in as a result of the poor draw distance has been masked in darkness and fog. This design choice only served to heighten the tension when traversing the town, either running or confronting its monstrosities. The visuals do not hold up today, but they work for the game well enough and conveys enough information amidst all the low resolution textures.

    I won't delve anymore into story details, but do know that it is a well-crafted story that at first seems to ride the "evil cult" schtick, but it is great at drawing in the player to learn more. The voice acting is monotone and flat and doesn't carry acceptable quality for a modern day playthrough, but the strangeness of it does exemplify Silent Hill in general. The soundtrack however is something to marvel at. The genius behind the ambient soundtrack is Akira Yamaoka, who would go on to craft the soundtrack for the other Silent Hill games. The mix of dark ambiance exudes mystery and uneasy foreboding, but when it wants to draw in the feeling of horror, the soundtrack melts into a rhythm of noises that shouldn't qualify as music, but is ever so effective at heightening the horror. It's not something to listen to on a slow day, but it accomplishes the feeling of horror like no other. The same can be said for the sound design in general. Absent are the loud crashing noises accompanied by a jumpscare, instead only subtle noises and complete silence compliment the game's different areas and it works fantastically, even for today's standards.

    Complimenting the horror is the gameplay, and this is where many today would find fault with (aside from the now blocky visuals). Silent Hill utilizes tank controls which at first is frustrating, but is ultimately easy to accustom to and almost necessary to make maneuvering with the constantly shifting camera angles that much easier. The main gameplay revolves around guiding Harry Mason around Silent Hill, taking him from locations such as a hospital to an elementary school. The game really pushes the survival aspect more than its predecessor. Ammo and health items are scarce to a point where I genuinely avoided enemies as much as I could which in turn added to the tension and horror aspect of the game. Confronting enemies isn't a frustrating mess as many would make it out to be, it's simply the game encouraging you to avoid it if possible. There are boss encounters in the game, though I would describe them as the worst part of the game. They do little to serve the game's purpose other than remind me I'm playing a videogame. On occassion, Harry Mason would come across puzzles, though these puzzles revolve more around deciphering text and messages on its own context. They are well-crafted and my complaint only is that they are sparse and few in number.

    Silent Hill, unlike Resident Evil, is so much more effective in horror not purely because of its seemingly arbitrary control scheme or mechanics, but how it uses them in conjunction with sound, atmosphere, and storytelling. Every monster is tied symbolically to the town and every line of dialogue isn't there to pass the time, but to hint at character motives or reveal subtle clues on the greater story at hand. It's psychological horror in full swing, and not a single mechanic is there as filter. Exploring the town is a test in itself and reaching the game's multiple conclusions is a direct result of the player's actions, not a stop in time and allowing you to choose one of two binary decisions. It respects the player's ability to beat it, and even if you find no challenge, the game's multiple difficulties surely will with the enticement of new endings and use of equipment.

    Silent Hill is far from perfect. It's dated look would hardly terrify you if it bothered you throughout. The bosses do little out of the ordinary. The controls, while intended, occasionally let me down when I needed them most and is an unfortunate tradeoff for the scares to take place. The voice acting is hardly average. But Silent Hill was above and beyond for its time and impresses to me to this day. It's a classic tale in how to create horror.    … Expand
  63. Goosedel
    Jul 20, 2013
    9
    Yes, the graphics are outdated. Yes, the dialogue isn't the best of the history. And, yes, the main character doesn't always work as I intend. But this is, yet with all of it's flaws, one of the greatest horror games ever made. The creepy foggy atmosphere, the incredible sets and landscapes, the uneasy sound of the radio when this strange and frightening animals come close to you, theYes, the graphics are outdated. Yes, the dialogue isn't the best of the history. And, yes, the main character doesn't always work as I intend. But this is, yet with all of it's flaws, one of the greatest horror games ever made. The creepy foggy atmosphere, the incredible sets and landscapes, the uneasy sound of the radio when this strange and frightening animals come close to you, the feeling of despair when you realize that you can't escape this cold hell makes this game a terrifying travel through the city of Silent Hill.… Expand
  64. iddqd4
    Jan 23, 2018
    10
    Низкий поклон японцам, именно они сформировали многие жанры, в том числе жанр хорроров, где одним из столпов и был Silent Hill, игра с непередаваемой атмосферой.
  65. SMBW
    Feb 21, 2020
    9
    Не умирающая классика, лучший хоррор в своем стиле, все последующие части были хуже. Дизайн, звук, сюжет, персонажи. Графика для своего времени была топовая и выжимала все из ps1.
  66. lazatoy
    Nov 24, 2013
    9
    Fun and very VERY scary. This game is classical, and the real only reason I gave this a 9 out of 10 is PSP/PS3 Downloadable "PS Classic". While the PS3 version was fully functional, the PSP version was a nonfunctional DISASTER. The PSP version plays normally... until you get to the part where you HAVE to fire your gun or you die. This happened simply because SONY didn't fix this and simplyFun and very VERY scary. This game is classical, and the real only reason I gave this a 9 out of 10 is PSP/PS3 Downloadable "PS Classic". While the PS3 version was fully functional, the PSP version was a nonfunctional DISASTER. The PSP version plays normally... until you get to the part where you HAVE to fire your gun or you die. This happened simply because SONY didn't fix this and simply slapped the PSP also works too sticker on there. Yes, while you can change the controls, I found a strange type thing where I accidently pushed tons of buttons, and being the OLD game that it is there was NO WAY to change them back unless YOU remembered which button did which, making silent hill A DISASTER to play on the PSP, People DON'T BUY THIS JUST FOR THE PSP!… Expand
  67. sengork
    Nov 24, 2013
    10
    Even without considering that most of the Team Silent folk were not particularly successful at their previous projects they managed to succeed at creating a masterpiece. This game was and still is original and full of dense atmosphere with a lead character whom you cold relate to throughout the gameplay. Even though this was one of the first music scores Akira Yamaoka made he managed toEven without considering that most of the Team Silent folk were not particularly successful at their previous projects they managed to succeed at creating a masterpiece. This game was and still is original and full of dense atmosphere with a lead character whom you cold relate to throughout the gameplay. Even though this was one of the first music scores Akira Yamaoka made he managed to score a memorable main theme tune. To day this still holds as one of the most memorable games for me.… Expand
  68. guiletheguiles
    Nov 29, 2021
    7
    It took me THIS long to actually finish Silent Hill 1. I did it, finally...
    Although I'm happy to say that this incredible franchise's first game is indeed amazing, I'm also a bit sad to see how outdated it gets as the years go by.
    I have to start saying that Silent Hill is probably one of the most unique game I've ever played. It's definitely not its sequel, but it's definitely one of    It took me THIS long to actually finish Silent Hill 1. I did it, finally...
    Although I'm happy to say that this incredible franchise's first game is indeed amazing, I'm also a bit sad to see how outdated it gets as the years go by.

    I have to start saying that Silent Hill is probably one of the most unique game I've ever played. It's definitely not its sequel, but it's definitely one of the most remarkable games of its time. It may be outdated and rough around the edges but it's undeniably original, effective and essential.

    Silent Hill 1 made me feel dreadful - but In a good way.
    The main reason for this is atmosphere and sound. Few games actually got me this tense and unsure of my actions quite like this one.
    The town is well-modeled and feels like an actual ghost town, environments are not pre-rendered and that might be the reason why it's all so strange and foreboding, characters are mysterious and creepy, enemy design is good, it's short with an INTENSE pacing, replayability is highly encouraged and the mood is just perfect.

    Like I've said before, atmosphere and sound were key.
    It's an astonishing work of sound design and ambience. Even if the game had no combat, SH's tone and oppressive music itself would've been enough to make you sweat.
    The story also helps a lot. It's grotesque and often heavy. The mystery set from the start kept me interested until the end and although I feel like it could've been handled a lot better, I was craving to know more even after the credits rolled.

    With all that said, I have to be honest: the game does not hold up.
    Sure, it is great, but it BEGS a well done remake.
    Combat is downright painful, movement is stiff to a fault, puzzles can be very overcomplicated and enemy placement is just bad! Traversing SH's foggy envrionments should've been spooky, but the amount of enemies chasing and hurting Harry at ALL TIMES breaks the vibe. At least until you enter a place like the hospital or school. In fact, this is probably the main reason why I wasn't scared at all during these moments. Just upset.

    The story's also something that felt a bit underdeveloped in my opinion. It starts off great, but fails to explain essential plot points and fill the blanks. It's something that I felt that could've been easily fixed, with a few more notes or cutscenes, but instead it becomes a puzzle of its own in the end.

    As previously said, Silent Hill 1 is unique. What I've experienced here or in its sequence is something that I haven't experienced in other games.
    It didn't age well and if you want the full story you'll probably need to Google it, but I'm pretty sure that you'll love it anyway. It's a fantastic survival horror game and one of the genre's most original.    … Expand
  69. Kai82
    Jul 27, 2021
    10
    It is a cult classic of its time and a really influential game. Together with the Resident Evil franchise it made the survival horror genre a household name. In comparison with Resident Evil it is more psychology horror with a deeper atmosphere. It mastered to create an uneasy feeling of dread with fear of what might be lurking in the darkness, fog or unknown. The atmosphere, scenery andIt is a cult classic of its time and a really influential game. Together with the Resident Evil franchise it made the survival horror genre a household name. In comparison with Resident Evil it is more psychology horror with a deeper atmosphere. It mastered to create an uneasy feeling of dread with fear of what might be lurking in the darkness, fog or unknown. The atmosphere, scenery and ideas were quite amazing and many games tried to copy the formula. Sadly also later entries in the franchise but I lose track. The protagonist Harry Mason is driving with his adopted daughter Cheryl to the town Silent Hill for a vacation. When he arrives at the outskirts he hardly avoids hitting a girl that was on the road and loses his consciousness in the crash. When he awakes in the town his daughter is gone and something strange is happening there. So starts the story with Harry trying to find his missing daughter while trying to find out what happened with Silent Hill. While the set up sounds a bit generic the story is really engaging and keeps you wondering what could explain this horrible nightmare. It has a fascinating haunting atmosphere that sucks you into the game. There are multiple endings to the story depending on you and one is so ridiculous funny ending that even M. Night Shyamalan will not pull it of (I recommend to read a guide for the endings as a crucial point is easy to miss and some things are far away from self-explanatory). What enhances the atmosphere is the radio which give static noise when enemies are near. This increases the paranoia and dread level. Funny sidenote: The fog which helps with the atmosphere was added because of hardware limitations. This is one of the very rare cases where the hardware limitation improved the game (Thought before that this was impossible but stand corrected). The characters work also really well. Harry is just an average person who is thrown into something that surpasses his wildest imaginations or even nightmares but also someone who will not stop to safe his daughter even when it endangers his life. The rest of the cast I wont spoil works well and I was invested in them. Gameplay wise it was finest survival horror. The ammunition and healing items are scare so that you have to make harsh decisions as you continue through the game (More on higher difficulty). There are a lot of puzzles to solve but many are just in the take the right item to the right place category (Which was not a weakness or complaint back then). However it works well and kept me returning to the game many times. Graphically it was really good for its time. Especially the sequences. I must also say that it is outdated today but that is to be expected and cant be hold against the game. The enemy design left an impact as some types from the game / franchise are still wildly known and referenced. The soundtrack is unique and enhances the atmosphere as sneakily as awesome. Clarification: I beat the game before I realized how good it was just in another playthrough. Overall this is a cult classic of the genre and a must play of its time. A lot of hard work and effort was put into and this makes the game so great. Sadly the franchise is dormant now since P.T. was forcefully canceled by Konami but there are rumors that Hideo Kojima is working on a spiritual successor. Maybe we are lucky in the next years (Would name it “Quiet Mountains” to anger Konami;-).… Expand
  70. foxviewchannel
    Jan 7, 2015
    8
    Silent Hill is still one of the creepiest games I have played to date. It was a psychological horror with a disturbing and dark atmosphere. There were so many different set pieces that always kept things fresh and scary. The game follows our main character Harry Mason searching for his missing adopted daughter in a town called Silent Hill
  71. EduardoMeurer
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    Jogo fantástico, até hoje ainda é o melhor jogo de horror já feito, imersão incrível tanto pelo ambiente quanto pela trilha sonora do mestre Akira Yamaoka.
  72. tsakiym
    May 21, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I do not have to say anything. But i need to write one hundred and fifty characters. i think my score can describe it.................................… Expand
  73. Termin8ter
    Jan 31, 2016
    9
    The main reason people originally found out about Silent Hill was because Metal Gear Solid 1 came with a demo for it. Some people liked it, some people hated it. A year later, the full version of the terrifying Silent Hill classic released on PS1. The graphics are extremely similar to the graphics in MGS1, with pixelated character models and weapons. The gameplay, however, is extremelyThe main reason people originally found out about Silent Hill was because Metal Gear Solid 1 came with a demo for it. Some people liked it, some people hated it. A year later, the full version of the terrifying Silent Hill classic released on PS1. The graphics are extremely similar to the graphics in MGS1, with pixelated character models and weapons. The gameplay, however, is extremely different. You access your inventory by pressing the pause button, and pressing O to exit the inventory screen, and you press the Square button to shoot, but there is no First Person mode, so the aiming is finicky. You use the Left Stick to move, but you can't change the camera angles. The story revolves around the protagonist , Harry Mason, who gets trapped in the strange town of Silent Hill who is trying to find his daughter, Cheryl, who is also trapped in Silent Hill. There are moments of insanity and strangeness, and scare throughout your playtime. The game also has multiple endings, depending on your subtle choices. I would definitely recommend buying this game, and you can buy it on the PlaystationStore for PS3… Expand
  74. esbegan
    Jun 10, 2015
    10
    The very second game I had to play only with other person in the house (after Alone in the dark), It's creepy and it goes under your skin. I just wanted to finish it because the story was so good and well written that I did not give a **** of being scared 100% of time. Excellent.
  75. SleepNot
    Mar 28, 2020
    10
    SILENT HILL is a perfect horror game! I love this game so much! I remember everything from this game after 20 years.
  76. Barnes1987
    Mar 6, 2017
    8
    A Playstation 1 classic. A slightly diffenet take on the RE style survival horror of the time and still well worth a playthrough even by todays standards.
  77. arostislavna
    Nov 14, 2021
    9
    Literally a must play classic horror game from a development team of 10-12 people.
  78. actinium
    Jul 11, 2021
    9
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  79. vgm
    Oct 25, 2016
    8
    Despite I didn't understand much what happened during the game (I had to read online interpretations of the story after I finished it), I felt really absorbed by the creepy atmosphere in a way I couldn't stop playing it. The bad voice acting is perhaps the only bad thing about the game.
  80. frederik1478
    Oct 13, 2022
    8
    It was a good experience getting to play the first game in the Silent Hill series and I enjoyed my time even if I had to look up the answers to the puzzles to figure out.

    I am most of all just blown an way how good the atmosphere and graphics still on the PS1 the weird effect an origami figure character the side makes it a bit more horrifying when you don't really know what you're looking    It was a good experience getting to play the first game in the Silent Hill series and I enjoyed my time even if I had to look up the answers to the puzzles to figure out.

    I am most of all just blown an way how good the atmosphere and graphics still on the PS1 the weird effect an origami figure character the side makes it a bit more horrifying when you don't really know what you're looking at.

    The enemy designs were terrifying and annoying which is maybe good thing because I was really trying to avoid them as much as possible.

    If you're interested in playing a horror classic then this is a good place to begin.    … Expand
  81. LincolnClay
    Jan 10, 2017
    8
    This game right there is a true definition of horror,you control harry mason the dude who has lost his daughter on an abandoned hill called silent hill after an accident,you must face your nightmare in order to rescue you're daughter. the gameplay,jump scares,weapons,bosses and everything is a+.if you're an old school gamer and you're looking for a classic horror game then this is it,goThis game right there is a true definition of horror,you control harry mason the dude who has lost his daughter on an abandoned hill called silent hill after an accident,you must face your nightmare in order to rescue you're daughter. the gameplay,jump scares,weapons,bosses and everything is a+.if you're an old school gamer and you're looking for a classic horror game then this is it,go ahead,play it once and you'll never stop playing it. an amazing horror game for every horror video game fan out there.

    My rating for it would be 8.5/10    … Expand
  82. GiantFrisk
    May 4, 2017
    8
    one question why this game has soo **** controls is this because i play dualshock 4 controller because i play the game in to the ps tv ps1 classic game i buy the game but soo why is the game is bad controlls bad port? or this is the original ps1 the same problem? the game is look beatiful in the ps tv guys you not believe me i play this game 2017 seriously this is the final silent hillone question why this game has soo **** controls is this because i play dualshock 4 controller because i play the game in to the ps tv ps1 classic game i buy the game but soo why is the game is bad controlls bad port? or this is the original ps1 the same problem? the game is look beatiful in the ps tv guys you not believe me i play this game 2017 seriously this is the final silent hill game i played it and this is like the others good game but bad controls soo i give this 8… Expand
  83. WitchyThree7
    Sep 8, 2023
    9
    Tenia los puzzles más dificiles en su época, y más si consideramos que en ese entonces no habian tutoriales en Youtube. De las mejores experiencias del survival horror y mi favorito.
  84. ashketchum
    Mar 16, 2018
    9
    Silent Hill is one of the best in any medium at setting atmosphere. Period. It uses sound carefully, to allow the player time to react, whilst also building tension, as they stay cautious of their surroundings. The fog is a great way to cover technical limitations, whilst also enhancing the tension of the atmosphere. Enemy designs are all unique, as are settings. The control scheme, isSilent Hill is one of the best in any medium at setting atmosphere. Period. It uses sound carefully, to allow the player time to react, whilst also building tension, as they stay cautious of their surroundings. The fog is a great way to cover technical limitations, whilst also enhancing the tension of the atmosphere. Enemy designs are all unique, as are settings. The control scheme, is difficult to get used to, however, but thankfully, advanced movement and combat are kept to a minimum. Often, combat can be avoided outright by running like hell. Two detriments were the often cardboard voice acting, particularly for Mason himself, and the boss battles. A lot of the enemies create tension through players anticipating their appearance constantly. Bosses lack that tension, as they are mostly visible from the start, and they feel far too fantastical for the rest of the game. Overall, though, a fantastic game, and a game horror lovers of any medium, and even any video game fans in general should play.… Expand
  85. DiogoOliveira
    May 7, 2018
    8
    Perfeito, só não dou nota máxima por motivos técnicos, mas é por sentido lógico, eu não joguei na época do seu lançamento. Quando foi lançado ele foi uma revolução, queria ter jogado na época que ele foi aclamado, mas ele não deixa de ser um game ótImo, suas mecânicas e referencia ate hoje, vemos em Rule of Rose o quanto Silent Hill é inspirador.
  86. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Jul 19, 2022
    9
    Konami's answer to Resident Evil is a bizarre spooky horror game that is unnerving. This is like a Twilight Zone episode directed by Clive Barker. The surreal atmosphere is very cinematic. It's a slow-paced game, but the lore and mystery of the game is interesting. Gameplay is similar to RE and the game takes advantage of the Dual Shock controller in the way that MGS did. Overall, fans ofKonami's answer to Resident Evil is a bizarre spooky horror game that is unnerving. This is like a Twilight Zone episode directed by Clive Barker. The surreal atmosphere is very cinematic. It's a slow-paced game, but the lore and mystery of the game is interesting. Gameplay is similar to RE and the game takes advantage of the Dual Shock controller in the way that MGS did. Overall, fans of creepy movies will savor every minute of it. This is a classic. I would rate it with a 9 out of 10.… Expand
  87. Insuflo
    Aug 24, 2017
    10
    Un imprescindible del genero de terror en los videojuegos, aunque ya existía Alone in the Dark, Silent Hill fue un paso mas allá. Keiichiro Toyama construyó una sólida, angustiosa y opresora historia que te sumerge desde el principio en una ciudad de pesadilla rodeada de dificultosos puzles y una espesa niebla como compañera. Akira Yamaoka se convirtió en leyenda al crear una banda sonoraUn imprescindible del genero de terror en los videojuegos, aunque ya existía Alone in the Dark, Silent Hill fue un paso mas allá. Keiichiro Toyama construyó una sólida, angustiosa y opresora historia que te sumerge desde el principio en una ciudad de pesadilla rodeada de dificultosos puzles y una espesa niebla como compañera. Akira Yamaoka se convirtió en leyenda al crear una banda sonora imperecedera y hermana de los mejores clásicos. El comienzo de una saga que nos llevaría por calles angostas hasta el mejor terror. From Jaén, Spain.… Expand
  88. MrYawn
    Dec 10, 2017
    9
    This is the very prime example of a classic horror game and even to this day it still finds a way to scare and make me feel nervous. If you don't have a ps1 you can also buy it through the ps3 online store, which works pretty good for a port.
  89. german_guera
    Dec 25, 2017
    10
    Just my favourite game of all times. If your are tired of nowadays semi horror games, this is your title.
  90. Beeshu
    Dec 19, 2022
    8
    Through expert use of sound and taking advantage of the limitations of the visuals at the time, Silent Hill manages to become one of the most unsettling and horrifying games ever made. The gameplay may have aged poorly, but fans of horror will still find themselves lost in the rabbit whole of theories, mythology and strange lore. Silent Hill is a great starting point for the classic horrorThrough expert use of sound and taking advantage of the limitations of the visuals at the time, Silent Hill manages to become one of the most unsettling and horrifying games ever made. The gameplay may have aged poorly, but fans of horror will still find themselves lost in the rabbit whole of theories, mythology and strange lore. Silent Hill is a great starting point for the classic horror franchise.… Expand
  91. GenuineBruv2021
    Oct 29, 2018
    8
    Silent Hill is a really good game but its a bit difficult to play it 19 years later due to the outdated graphics. The story is relatively interesting, Gameplay is fun and satisfying as well. The puzzles can be a tad confusing as the game doesn't help you at all, but overall its a great game. Definitely worth your money.
  92. SamLoboda
    Nov 2, 2018
    10
    I was 11, when first time play this game, so half part of my life ago Silent Hill was one of the best game i ever play... Now in 2018 i can say that Silent Hill still best, Konami created game for any time and no matter was it 1999 or 2018.
  93. ReSTALL
    Jan 30, 2019
    9
    Хоть и играл в 2013 году атмосфера отлично передавалась и сейчас
  94. lidwang
    Jan 8, 2022
    8
    The game is a great fundation for the rest of the sage, the level designs and aesthethics are great, and the tank control and item managment are servisable. The characters are kinda bland but really likeable(unlike most horror games). The story and voice acting could really get some work. But I see this game becoming a 9/10 for me in the future.
  95. Razzee
    May 27, 2019
    9
    Silent Hill is far from graphically realistic by modern standards, but I don't recall when it was the last time I felt goosebumps playing a game. The dreaded tank controls are awkward/frustrating at first, but I got used to it... and somehow started liking this aspect of the game, to my surprise. Tense and fun, but amountful are the cheap puzzles to keep the spectator busy and artificiallySilent Hill is far from graphically realistic by modern standards, but I don't recall when it was the last time I felt goosebumps playing a game. The dreaded tank controls are awkward/frustrating at first, but I got used to it... and somehow started liking this aspect of the game, to my surprise. Tense and fun, but amountful are the cheap puzzles to keep the spectator busy and artificially extend the duration of this rather short game, negatively impacting my interest in the story, since it was barely developed even after some hours invested on it. With a clear objective in mind, that is to find his daughter, Harry is notably nonchalant towards the numerous abstract life forms he encounters during his search. No matter how exemplar of a father someone is, being so selfless and devoid of the most primitive sense, fear, is humanly impossible. Nevertheless, it's one of the best PS1 games I played in terms of atmosphere, graphics and soundtrack. Looking forward to a remake, if it ever happens.… Expand
  96. Massive-Attack1
    Aug 9, 2020
    10
    Uno de los mejores juegos de la historia y de los más influyentes en el género terror. Se ha intentado imitar e incluso plagiar pero la atmósfera que creó la niebla de silent hill el año 1999 es irrepetible. Desorientación, intriga y misterio sin armas, mejoras ni farmeo. Auténtico old school
  97. Talomustkill
    May 7, 2019
    9
    Uno de los pocos juegos que hasta la fecha, me mantiene con la piel de gallina cada vez que lo juego.
  98. fer5500
    May 26, 2019
    10
    Controls are easy even in modern times, the right amount of tension and feeling of isolation, the atmosphere is perfect.
  99. Makolvalenzuela
    Jul 23, 2020
    10
    me encanta tanto que lo juego una vez al año sin falta desde que lo conoci por alla del 2004 que puedo decir, QUIERO UN NUEVO SILENT HILL
  100. BerceGampu
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Beside my memories with this games, Silent Hill is surely game changing for that era. Everything is great in every aspect.
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Awards & Rankings

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#15 Best PS1 Game of 1999
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#2 Most Discussed PS1 Game of 1999
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#4 Most Shared PS1 Game of 1999

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Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. Absolute Playstation
    94
    It's a horrifying action/adventure that will set the pulse racing and put the mind on constant alert.
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  2. PSX Nation
    91
    With multiple endings, secrets and hidden items you'll find replay value deep within the game.
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  3. IGN
    90
    From the inexplicable sobbing of an unseen child in a blood-stained school hall to the loud rattling of an invisible "something" underneath the floorboards that you're standing on, the game never sinks into predictability. Imagine all of this while never quite being able to see past arm's length into the darkness.
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