Silent Hill
This is the first game in the Silent Hill series. For other games in the series see the Silent Hill category.
| Silent Hill | |
|---|---|
| Developer(s) | Konami |
| Publisher(s) | Konami |
| Year released | 1999 |
| System(s) | PlayStation |
| Followed by | Silent Hill 2 |
| Series | Silent Hill |
| Genre(s) | Action |
|---|---|
| Modes | Single player |
| Rating(s) |   |
Silent Hill, is a 1999 survival horror video game for the PlayStation. The first in a series about a mysterious town of the same name, Silent Hill generated a direct sequel, three indirect sequels, a prequel and a film adaptation. The game was included in Sony Greatest Hits and Platinum range of budget titles as a result of strong sales. A reinterpretation of the game is currently under development for the Wii, PlayStation 2 and PSP.
Story[edit]
The plot focuses on Harry Mason as he searches for his daughter, Cheryl, who has disappeared following a car accident which left Harry unconscious. He finds Silent Hill to be largely abandoned, shrouded in a thick fog, snowing out of season, filled with monsters and being over taken by a hellish otherworld. As Harry scours the town, he begins learning about the history of Silent Hill and stumbles upon a cult ritual undertaken to bring a God to Earth.
