Silent Hill

 PlayStation
  • Publisher: Konami
  • Release Date: Feb 24, 1999
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  1. Jackie_Jackson
    May 25, 2022
    9
    Я всего-лишь хотел проверить работоспособность эмупятора пс1 и теперь у меня глубокая моральная и психологическая травма ну спасибо сволочи кривоглазые
  2. hyrts
    Jun 4, 2022
    9
    A good game. I'm only posting this review to gather a list of nostalgic games I've played.
  3. 3ls0ul
    Mar 6, 2023
    9
    Este juego aún no lo eh jugado o completado, así que pondré una reseña y nota diferentes cuando lo haga.
  4. klaaz
    Jan 25, 2023
    9
    The best atmosphere ever created for a horror videogame. Inflict anguish and constant oppression without resorting to cheap horror resources such as jump-scare. We will be accompanied by a constant fear throughout the journey of Harry in Silent Hill.
  5. Mistofdeath
    Jan 29, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It has an amazing creepy atmosphere with an intriguing yet mysterious story but has clucky movement and combat. It has clucky combat. The puzzles can be a bit confusing and might need help online for guidance. Overall, it is an experience worth playing.… Expand
  6. Scwabzz
    Aug 31, 2023
    9
    Amazing game! I recently bought a PS3 so I can play this game and I was a bit skeptical going back to an old game due to being spoiled with modern gaming mechanics. However, I was blown away at how well this game has aged. The story and setting are fantastic and the puzzle solving fits so well into the atmosphere they set. The graphics of course are old but for me personally when it comesAmazing game! I recently bought a PS3 so I can play this game and I was a bit skeptical going back to an old game due to being spoiled with modern gaming mechanics. However, I was blown away at how well this game has aged. The story and setting are fantastic and the puzzle solving fits so well into the atmosphere they set. The graphics of course are old but for me personally when it comes to horror games sometimes the “worse” looking ones tend to be some of the best horror games. For the time this game is monumental and really set forth a series many gaming fans enjoy. The voice acting is the worst part for me personally but nothing that was game breaking for me.… Expand
  7. VLG
    Aug 23, 2023
    9
    Still one of my favorite games. Its, like most survival horror games of the time, way too hard. Also, extremely confusing, i never beat it as a teen because i never knew where to go and what to do. I did it later i college. The SH atmosphere is just amazing.
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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!
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. 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
  16. 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.
  17. 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.
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. 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.
  22. 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
  23. 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.
  24. 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.
  25. 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.
  26. Jackwill
    Mar 15, 2021
    8
    Первый Сайлент Хилл Великая конечно игра. Я не был знаком ни с одной игрой серии, но когда я впервые услышал музыку из оных, я сразу влюбился. Мистика, Жуть и Любопытство - Все эти чувства я испытал от одной только заглавной темы игры. И сама игра меня в этих чувствах не обмануло. Жуткий и таинственный город, по которому нам приходиться передвигаться, таинственные локации и приятные дляПервый Сайлент Хилл Великая конечно игра. Я не был знаком ни с одной игрой серии, но когда я впервые услышал музыку из оных, я сразу влюбился. Мистика, Жуть и Любопытство - Все эти чувства я испытал от одной только заглавной темы игры. И сама игра меня в этих чувствах не обмануло. Жуткий и таинственный город, по которому нам приходиться передвигаться, таинственные локации и приятные для размышления головоломки - все эти элементы делают сайлент хилл первый великой игрой. Из минусов неудобная стрельба, но первая сонька же так везде было. И некоторые сомнительные моменты как босс бабочка которого добавили в игру поход по приколу.… Expand
  27. 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
  28. BeeSting1
    Apr 10, 2022
    8
    Good

    - music really adds to the horror atmosphere and the fear factor. All kinds of creepy tracks and sound effects to increase tension. - some of the puzzles were too hard imo. I have no knowledge of the astral signs, so there was no chance I could've solved that puzzle. I wouldn't even know what to search up since I didn't know those images were of astral signs. - combat was    Good

    - music really adds to the horror atmosphere and the fear factor. All kinds of creepy tracks and sound effects to increase tension.

    - some of the puzzles were too hard imo. I have no knowledge of the astral signs, so there was no chance I could've solved that puzzle. I wouldn't even know what to search up since I didn't know those images were of astral signs.

    - combat was straight forward. It added to the horror without being over bearing.

    - the graphics were great for a PS1 game.

    - the fog and visual design of the environments were done very well. Made it all extra scary.

    - the story was mysteries which kept me wanting to know what was happening. New characters Harry came across also added to the mystery, like the nurse.

    - Voice acting was actually quite good, except for some of the awkward pauses they put between lines.

    Bad

    - lack of map in Nowhere had me very frustrated. Every corridor looked the same, every door looked the same. Backtracking was annoying.

    - the tank controls in some area were bad.    … Expand
  29. gotterpotter56
    Jun 17, 2023
    8
    Хорошая игра. Больше пугает своей атмосферой нежели противниками. Окружение неплохое, геймплей некомфортный.
  30. queondavatos
    Jan 29, 2021
    8
    muy buen juego d terror . en mi opinión creo q le falta un par d tipos de enemigos más y un par d bosses más para llegar al 10 . aunque el juego es bastante corto y tampoco supone un gran problema . el final bueno es increíble pero es difícil d conseguir , y el malo es bastante triste podrían haberlo hecho un poco mejor xd .
    84/100
  31. SuperClaudio64
    Feb 28, 2021
    8
    Silent Hill è un gioco che ha un età, ma che riesce ancora a spaventare nonostante la sua grafica e questo non è poco. Il primo di un ottima serie, il primo silent hill crea le basi per una serie di giochi horror basati più sulla psicologia e offre una buona storia horror con vari finali è un ottima atmosfera che raramente si può trovare nei titoli moderni. Ottimo Gioco!
  32. GabePhoenix
    Mar 20, 2022
    8
    There are plenty of things I like about this game:

    The characters are well written, and all the main ones have their own impact on the narrative. The atmosphere is extremely well done, and carries a lot of weight. It's depressive, it's dark, and it's immersive, even for today. And God, the soundtrack. Akira Yamaoka is a master of his craft, no doubt. HUGE mention for the "Not    There are plenty of things I like about this game:

    The characters are well written, and all the main ones have their own impact on the narrative.

    The atmosphere is extremely well done, and carries a lot of weight. It's depressive, it's dark, and it's immersive, even for today.

    And God, the soundtrack. Akira Yamaoka is a master of his craft, no doubt. HUGE mention for the "Not Tomorrow" OST. This guy alone built a certain idetity for the series when it comes to beats.

    There are a few things that keep me from giving this title a higher rating, though.

    For starters, I think the voice acting was overall, OK, but it certainly could've been better. There are some dialogue lines in which the intonation just felt... weird.

    The game also slows down so much near the end, it had me wishing it'd just get over with it.
    You basically run around an otherworldly labyrinth collecting a series of key items, and solving some rather difficult, consecutive puzzles, as you uncover a lot more about the town's secrets (which is the good part about all that).
    It can be really annoying to run around with no map, nor direction for over an hour if you're not in the best of your days; which I was, by the way.

    Speaking of puzzles, they're well designed, and can also be frustratingly difficult to solve; like the piano and zodiac puzzles for instance. You can feel extremely smart by solving them, yet extremely dumb for looking them up on the internet, or thinking so hard about them. They're tough, though, really.

    Unfortunately, I achieved the bad ending, which was almost like a joke ending, and I didn't like that at all. It's a real slap to the face to play a game for over ten hours, just to get a stupid, sarcastic ending as a reward. It should've been just straight bad.
    You might argue I should've explored the game more, but I tell you, I really did. Actually most, if not all of the ending's requirements are located at the final resort area, which is filled by monsters that wouldn't leave you alone for a minute.
    I still ran towards every corner and looked for every spot I could explore, but unfortunately I missed the requirements. I wish the game was more clear as to what items or actions could change the ending; it's all very non-intuitive.

    I'm not a fan of multiple endings anyways, I pretty much prefer a solid finale as to what really happened, but I can appreciate what this game offered for it's time.

    I'm glad I got to experience this classic. While not my favorite horror game, it is still a respectable horror nonetheless, and its heavy atmosphere and psychological pression stays with me even after I beat it.

    To me, this was a VERY GOOD game.    … Expand
  33. SabaPro
    Mar 4, 2023
    8
    Surprisingly good for a playstation game, that being said, unlike silent hill 2/3, the flaws in this one are actually kinda annoying, and i probably wouldnt have played it if it wasnt a required play for silent hill 3.
  34. VaeL_XJB
    Mar 21, 2023
    8
    una saga que si o si tenia que probar si jugue los resident evil me gusto aunque saque el final malo xd
  35. Dokusai
    Apr 29, 2023
    8
    Obra prima, essas são as palavras que definem Silent Hill, o jogo é muito legal, ele consegue te deixar tenso e com medo do pode ocorrer conforme você avança na história, até hoje foi um dos poucos jogos que me causaram tensão durante a gameplay. Outro ponto interessante de se notar é que os personagens também são muito bons, e fazem você ter interesse em saber porque eles estão ondeObra prima, essas são as palavras que definem Silent Hill, o jogo é muito legal, ele consegue te deixar tenso e com medo do pode ocorrer conforme você avança na história, até hoje foi um dos poucos jogos que me causaram tensão durante a gameplay. Outro ponto interessante de se notar é que os personagens também são muito bons, e fazem você ter interesse em saber porque eles estão onde estão no jogo. A história do jogo também é boa e te prende, quanto mais você avança, mais você quer avançar. Eu particularmente gostei bastante da trilha sonora do jogo, achei todas as músicas boas e colocadas exatamente no momento certo. Acho que minha nota só não é 10 porque eu achei que os controles envelheceram mal.… Expand
  36. 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.
  37. 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.
  38. 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.
  39. 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
  40. 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.
  41. 2I2l1a
    Nov 13, 2022
    7
    A young man searching for his daughter - struggling to exist in a place between reality and hell - a town hiding gruesome, dark secrets. Follow a trail of blood and mutilation to snatch a loved one from the clutches of a demonic power. Enter an alternative dimension where death is no escape. Welcome to the madness that is Silent Hill.
  42. 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
  43. ZangBang
    Oct 27, 2022
    5
    55/100
    Silent Hill crafts a wonderfully tense, delightfully unsettling horror atmosphere thanks to the sum of its parts. The foggy, abandoned town feels quiet and vast, rewarding exploration with plenty of resources, weapons and optional content, whilst simultaneously feeling claustrophobic and dangerous thanks to the various neverending hostile creatures lurking within the city. Hidden    55/100
    Silent Hill crafts a wonderfully tense, delightfully unsettling horror atmosphere thanks to the sum of its parts. The foggy, abandoned town feels quiet and vast, rewarding exploration with plenty of resources, weapons and optional content, whilst simultaneously feeling claustrophobic and dangerous thanks to the various neverending hostile creatures lurking within the city. Hidden by the thick layer of fog that permeates the map, an unnerving sound cue alerts the player of their presence when nearby, imbuing the whole experience in a constant state of creeping danger. Alas, this atmospheric terror doesn't translate very well in combat, with only a handful of enemies posing a real threat, as well as severely lacking, bland boss fights. Nonetheless, the journey remains overall enjoyable thanks to interesting environmental puzzles and charming riddles that require an engaging level of lateral creative thinking. The story, a gritty blend of visceral human drama and real supernatural demonic concepts, is narrated in a cryptic manner which adds to the obscure mood of the game, and unveils its twisted secrets through multiple ending with different requirements, but most characters are not interesting or explored nearly enough to make their tribulations really impactful.    … Expand
  44. 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.
  45. 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
  46. 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
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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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