Silent Hill

Mechanics

The gameplay in Silent Hill boils down to exploring new corners of the city, solving logical puzzles and fighting monsters. One of the most important elements of the hero's equipment is a pocket flashlight and a broken radio, informing about the approaching threat. While exploring, however, we find many useful items, which can also be used during the fights. Depending on the course of the game, the title offers several possible endings (some are better than the others). A peculiar curiosity is a humorous ending starring a UFO, unlocked after finishing the game with GOOD+ rating.

Technical aspects

The first Silent Hill is characterized by an unforgettable, dark atmosphere, which has become a standard for many more or less successful followers. Interestingly, the concept of the fog enveloping the city was largely due to technical reasons and its goal was to reduce the number of 3D objects displayed on the screen. Attentive players will also find many cultural references during the game. The atmosphere of the game was inspired by Adrian Lyne's Jacob's Ladder, and the streets of Silent Hill are named after the popular authors of horror movies. Akira Yamaoka's atmospheric soundtrack combines elements of ambient with aggressive, industrial sounds.