The release of the highly anticipated Silent Hill 2 Remake has generated a lot of excitement among horror fans, but it has also brought a new fear: spoilers. As we approach the launch of the new survival horror game from the duo Bloober Team and Konami, the first lucky ones are surfacing on the internet with early copies of the game for consoles and, as expected, they are busy sharing the new story details on social media. So it’s best to be careful these days.
Although the official release date is scheduled for October 8th, many of us thought that, if there were early and unexpected details of the game on Twitter or YouTube, they would arrive three days before its premiere, coinciding with the early access of its most expensive edition. However, in an unexpected situation, some users have received physical copies of the game days earlier than expected, allowing the content to leak online. Users on YouTube have started sharing long hours of gameplay, exposing key moments of the story.
Yes, we know many of you played it over 20 years ago, but the fact is that, with the changes in this new version from Bloober Team, commented on by colleague José Ángel Mateo in his impressions, these spoilers are appearing with tremendous virulence from those who want to spoil the plot for others. In fact, it is a point of great interest, as touching such an emblematic game as Silent Hill 2 is already an act of faith, and adding, expanding, or removing any aspect of the game, in case something disappears, is something that will be scrutinized.
For players excited about the new additions, or for those who never played the original, leaks can completely ruin the experience of discovering the terrifying secrets of the town of Silent Hill for the first time. Therefore, as we mentioned at the beginning, it’s time to keep an eye out to dodge all possible spoilers for at least a week.
If you want a more “original” experience, the remake includes an option for it
Despite the leaks, the Silent Hill 2 Remake promises a renewed and more immersive experience. Bloober Team has confirmed that players will be able to disable elements of the user interface to increase immersion, relying solely on visual and audio cues. In addition, the remake will include a “90s filter”, with screen adjustments, color correction, and a grain effect to evoke a retro aesthetic that adds a nostalgic touch, even though the original game was released in 2001.
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