Silent Hill 2 Remake Rated for Xbox Series, Signaling Expanded Release
A listing on the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) website indicates the Silent Hill 2 remake is headed to Xbox Series consoles, potentially ending its period of exclusivity. the game received a 17+ rating from the ESRB, mirroring the classification already assigned to the PlayStation 5 and PC versions, due to its content of blood, gore, strong language, violence, and sexual themes.
The listing arrives after the game’s timed exclusivity agreement wiht PlayStation 5 expired last month, though Konami had previously remained silent regarding an Xbox release. The Silent Hill 2 remake, developed by Bloober Team, launched to critical acclaim and commercial success, selling 2.5 million copies worldwide and contributing to the Silent Hill franchise’s total sales of 10 million units. IGN’s review awarded the remake a 9.5/10, calling it a title that would appeal to both longtime fans and newcomers.
Konami producer Motoi Okamoto has stated the company aims to re-establish Silent Hill as a core franchise following years of dormancy, with the remake’s performance and positive reception to other projects like Silent Hill f and Townfall suggesting a renewed focus on the series. While konami has not announced a specific release date or timeframe for the Xbox Series version, the ESRB rating is the strongest indication yet of its impending arrival. Fans are also anticipating news regarding the potential inclusion of the “Born From a Wish” DLC, content from the original 2001 release that has not yet been confirmed for the remake.
