Info about SILENT HILL: Townfall: Official game description: Editions ======== Pre-order Bonuses ================= Standard Edition ---------------- \- CRTV Style: Rusted \* \*This cosmetic changes the CRTV's appearance. Deluxe Edition -------------- \- CRTV Style: Rusted \* \- 48-hour Early Access \*This cosmetic changes the CRTV's appearance. Deluxe Edition Contents ======================= \- Full Game \- SILENT HILL: Townfall - Bonus Application \*1 \- Simon's Outfit: Alternate \*2 \*1 The Digital Artbook and Digital Soundtrack are included in the SILENT HILL: Townfall - Bonus Application. Contents cannot be downloaded from the application in a selected format. \*2 This costume changes Simon's appearance. About the Game ============== Simon Ordell is called back to the island of St. Amelia to ‘put things right’, encountering a town lying quiet beneath a heavy fog, seemingly abandoned but not at rest. Venturing deeper, and driven to understand his connection to the place and its inhabitants, Simon begins to discover fragments of a past rising to the surface. Experienced entirely in first person, Simon must explore, evade, and survive using a limited set of weapons and tools, including the CRTV, a pocket television used to tune into unstable signals. Evasion is tense; combat is frenetic, while narrative driven puzzles reveal a truth that refuses to stay submerged. SILENT HILL: Townfall is a full-length, self-contained psychological horror set against the cold, isolated backdrop of Scotland, 1996. Explore St. Amelia in 1996 -------------------------- Fog-soaked streets, abandoned communities, and forgotten corners tell their story through atmosphere and history. Reality and delusion subtly intertwine to lure players into the depths of the grounded, tangible world of St. Amelia. A Brand-new, Memorable SILENT HILL ---------------------------------- SILENT HILL: Townfall exudes the beautiful and foggy streets of Scotland, offering a new setting to tell a unique and haunting story. More than just a horror game, this is a tale of introspection, loss, and consequence. Fear grows from small details, quiet moments, and the long shadow of Simon's past. Strategic Stealth and Combat ---------------------------- Swing and block with melee weapons in frenetic melee combat, or keep your distance and use firearms to survive. Choose how to engage in each encounter, using both the tools at your disposal and the environment around you. Beyond fighting or fleeing, carefully sneak past danger through stealth, tracking enemy positions from cover or luring them away with distractions. Narrative Puzzles Guided by the CRTV ------------------------------------ The iconic SILENT HILL radio makes a comeback as the CRTV, a portable television device. Threats lurking nearby, story fragments, & mysterious clues drift through unstable analog signals, which players can pick up by tuning the CRTV. Through narrative-driven puzzles closely tied to these fragments, players can relive past events and catch glimpses of everyday life in town, remaining constantly aware of the story. A First-Person SILENT HILL Experience ------------------------------------- The first full-length SILENT HILL game to be presented in first-person perspective, players experience the fog-shrouded town directly through the eyes of Simon. With limited visibility and a heightened sense of proximity to danger, stealth, combat, exploration and the CRTV feel intimate, close and terrifying. Multiple Endings ---------------- Endings shaped by the player’s actions leave a lasting emotional impression long after the story comes to an end. Tension-Building Audio Design & Music ------------------------------------- Every creak, signal, and cry pulls the danger closer, with creative audio design building a rich and terrifying soundscape. A fully dynamic soundtrack by Pilotpriest builds and twists with player and enemy actions, reacting and building tension and release with the ebb and flow of action and stealth. Release date: Sep 23, 2026 Categories: Survival Horror, First-Person Perspective, Stealth Gameplay, Puzzle Solving, Psychological Horror, Multiple Endings, Melee Combat, Exploration Feature scans: - Wiki: score 50; verdict: Tier 3 - The Student; summary: The Wiki Tax here is primarily a Tier 3 instructional data problem: players report that puzzle solutions and story/system explanations are not self-contained, forcing them to Google answers or consult a strategy wiki. There are minor technical and optimization complaints, but they do not override the Tier 3 classification. Final score: 50. - Proton/Linux: score 34; verdict: Mostly works with minor Linux/Proton tweaks; summary: Linux/Proton compatibility is mostly positive. Multiple users report the game runs on Linux Mint, CachyOS, and with Proton Experimental without crashes or major issues, including high frame rates. However, one explicit report describes horrible Linux/Proton stutters, and other users mention early frame drops or trouble reaching desired settings. Community guidance also points to launch options and config-path tweaks. There is no consensus of launch failure, anti-cheat, or DRM blocking. Overall, the game appears to work for most Linux users with minor tweaks. - Steam Deck: score 45; verdict: Tinkering Required; summary: The Steam Deck experience is playable but compromised. Users report 30-40 FPS only with all settings on low and FSR ultra performance, with shader compilation stutter and occasional dips below 30 FPS. Linux and Proton compatibility may require Proton Experimental and is worse than Windows for some. Controller double-input and drift bugs are reported in broader PC reviews, potentially affecting Deck users. No evidence of external launchers or small text issues was found. The overall friction score is 45, indicating that tinkering and performance compromises are needed. - Hardware Profile: - Summary: Across the six largest Windows hardware cohorts, performance is mixed: many users achieve smooth high-FPS play, but stuttering, shader-compilation hitches, CPU spikes, frame drops, and crashes recur across VRAM and RAM tiers. - Sample size: 435 (45% coverage) - Audience skew: Review sample is heavily weighted toward Windows PCs with 10GB+ VRAM. - Windows 12-15GB VRAM / 16-31GB RAM (mixed, 125 reports): Some users report smooth max-settings play at high frame rates, while others cite shader-compilation stutter, frame drops in loading or cutscenes, and crashes. - Windows 8-11GB VRAM (mixed, 95 reports): Several users report playable or good frame rates, while others describe frequent stuttering, ghosting, heavy CPU load, crashes, and freezes. - Windows <8GB VRAM (mixed, 65 reports): Some low-VRAM users report stable 60 FPS with adjusted settings, but many others report constant freezing, frame drops, and frequent crashes. - Windows 16GB+ VRAM / 32GB+ RAM (mixed, 50 reports): High-end systems can reach solid 90-120 FPS, but users still report microstutter, traversal stutter, ray-tracing drops, CPU bottlenecks, and occasional crashes. - Windows 12-15GB VRAM / 32GB+ RAM (mixed, 41 reports): Some users maintain high FPS with DLSS and ray tracing, while others report crashes, heavy CPU usage, persistent stutter, and poor optimization. - Windows 16GB+ VRAM / 16-31GB RAM (mixed, 36 reports): Some users report smooth above-60 FPS or very high frame rates, but others report crashes, severe CPU load, and persistent stutter. - Caveats: 435 of 968 reviews expose hardware metadata.; Review sample is heavily weighted toward Windows PCs with 10GB+ VRAM. Feature extractions: - Community Price: - Community fair range: $15.00 - $40.00 - Reasoning: Reviewers often reject full AAA pricing: several advise waiting for a sale or big discount, cite bugs/optimization and a less compelling story as reasons not to pay full price, and one translated review caps value at about 100 yuan, roughly $14. Positive price comments generally support the game only at a sub-AAA price, while full-price endorsements are less common. This suggests a fair community range of roughly $15-$40, with the lower end reflecting deep-sale expectations and the upper end reflecting accepted sub-AAA pricing. - Playtime Metrics: - Game completion: 12.0h - Story completion: 8.0h - Session length: 4.0h - Endgame: N/A - Reasoning: The English review reporting an 8-hour first completion supports storyCompletion = 8. The English quote about 12+ hours with one NG+ for alternate endings, plus the translated Chinese review reporting a 12-hour completion, supports gameCompletion = 12 for full completion. The translated Polish quote about playing for 4 hours without stopping supports sessionLength = 4. No separate post-story endgame duration is given, so endgame is null. - Time-to-fun: - Summary: Players often report strong early engagement, especially in the first hour, but many then hit repetitive stealth and slow pacing that makes the game less fun. - Stance: Fun then drops - Anchor: Start of the game - Time to anchor: 0h 0m - Friction: Heavy early stealth focus; Breakable melee weapons; Slow pacing and little threat in the first hour and a half; Repetitive enemies and combat; Technical stutters and frame pacing issues; Tutorial prompts ignoring toggle control changes - Unlock drivers: Later-stage combat ramp-up with the Shotgun and Pistol 3000; Completing the tutorial section; Using mods; Applying technical adjustments such as an FPS cap - Conditions: If slow pacing and breakable weapons do not bother you; If the player tolerates heavy stealth; During the first hour; During the first few hours; After the tutorial section; When using mods; For players who already enjoy stealth; With technical adjustments such as an FPS cap - Player Archetypes: - Stealth-Horror Evasion Purist (sale) - Motivation: The gut-wrenching tension of being hunted and forced to strategize around enemies rather than fight them head-on. - Playstyle: Slow, cautious evasion: luring enemies away, watching the CRTV tracker, managing scarce resources, and treating combat as a last resort. - Experience: familiar - Purchase stance: sale - Labels: N/A - Reference games: Alien: Isolation; Outlast - Silent Hill Series Veteran / Lore Purist (sale) - Motivation: Staying connected to the Silent Hill franchise's identity, lore, and signature psychological atmosphere carried over from the classic entries. - Playstyle: Measures every element against prior series entries, hunts for endings and lore, and is highly critical of anything that deviates from the established formula. - Experience: veteran - Purchase stance: sale - Labels: franchise fan - Reference games: Silent Hill 2; Silent Hill 2 Remake; Silent Hill f; Silent Hill - Story-First Casual Explorer (buy) - Motivation: Experiencing the narrative, characters, and surreal atmosphere, with combat treated as an obstacle rather than the point. - Playstyle: Plays on the easiest 'story mode' setting, explores environments, solves puzzles and endings without guides, and prioritizes immersion and fun over challenge. - Experience: mixed - Purchase stance: buy - Labels: casual player - Reference games: Silent Hill f - Performance- and Value-Conscious Skeptic (no buy) - Motivation: Getting a stable, technically sound, and fairly priced experience rather than paying full price for a broken or short early-access build. - Playstyle: Monitors framerate and stutters, adjusts settings or installs community fixes, and waits for patches or discounts before committing. - Experience: familiar - Purchase stance: no buy - Labels: N/A - Reference games: Silent Hill 2 Remake Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category. Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews. What players like: - Exceptional Atmosphere and Immersion (weight 0.37): The atmosphere is widely praised as 10/10, well-crafted, and immersive. Many note it is a highlight that draws players in and enhances the overall experience. - Stunning Graphics and Visuals (weight 0.37): Graphics are described as great, gorgeous, and mind-blowing. The game looks stunning and visually captivating, often compared to a movie. - Strong Silent Hill Identity (weight 0.36): Fans appreciate that the game captures the classic Silent Hill feel, aesthetics, and atmosphere. It is considered a solid entry in the series with rich lore. - Outstanding Story Praised (weight 0.34): Players consistently highlight the story as fantastic, intriguing, and captivating. It is described as top-notch, solid, and a major strength of the game. - First-Person Perspective Enhances Horror (weight 0.31): The first-person view is praised for increasing immersion, tension, and fear. Many find it makes the game scarier and more claustrophobic. - Overall Excellent Game (weight 0.21): Many players describe the game as amazing, excellent, and impeccable. The gameplay is fun and the overall experience is highly enjoyable. - Impeccable Sound Design and Music (weight 0.17): Sound design and soundtrack are called impeccable, amazing, and incredible. The audio greatly contributes to the atmosphere and overall quality. - Engaging Puzzles (weight 0.14): Puzzles are frequently mentioned as fantastic, challenging, and interesting. Some consider them the best part of the game. Common complaints: - Widespread stuttering issues (weight 0.52): Many players report frequent stutters, micro-stutters, and frame drops that harm the experience. Stuttering occurs throughout the game, including cutscenes and the beginning. - Poor optimization and performance (weight 0.28): The game suffers from optimization problems, including frame drops, high CPU load, and shader compilation stutters. Performance issues detract from the overall experience. - Frequent game crashes (weight 0.24): Players experience crashes every 15-30 minutes, sometimes multiple times in a short period. These crashes can kick to desktop or freeze the PC, making the game unplayable for some. - Stealth-heavy gameplay criticized (weight 0.16): The gameplay focuses heavily on stealth and hiding rather than survival horror action. However, the stealth mechanics themselves are often considered bad, boring, and frustrating. - Mediocre and confusing story (weight 0.13): The story is often described as average or not particularly amazing. Additionally, some players find it vague, hard to follow, and unclear in places. - Boring and dull gameplay (weight 0.11): Many players find the game extremely boring, dull, and a slog to play through. It is described as generic and stuffy. - Unworthy of Silent Hill name (weight 0.11): Fans feel the game does not live up to the Silent Hill franchise, comparing it unfavorably to Silent Hill 2 and calling it a poor imitation. It does not feel like a proper Silent Hill game. - Lack of frame generation (weight 0.09): Players note the absence of a frame generation option in the settings, which is seen as strange for a modern game. This limits performance tuning for some users. - Obscure and excessive puzzles (weight 0.07): Some puzzles are too mystic, with hints and guidance being too obscure or lacking in explanation. There are also complaints about too many puzzles. - Black bars reduce screen space (weight 0.07): The presence of black bars on the sides or top and bottom of the screen is unpleasant to many players. They consume a ridiculous portion of the screen and distance the scenery. - Unplayable and frustrating combat (weight 0.07): Combat is described as completely unplayable, atrocious, and clunky. It is a major source of frustration for players. Gameplay feedback: - Stealth mechanics heavily emphasized (weight 0.45): Stealth is a dominant mechanic across many reviews, with hiding, avoidance, and sneaking described as core to gameplay. It is frequently characterized as a stealth game rather than a combat-focused experience. - Puzzle-focused gameplay experience (weight 0.23): Players repeatedly note that puzzles are central to the game and often require observation, documents, and key items. The puzzles are described as challenging and interesting, forming a core part of progression and exploration. - Sneaking and hiding core loops (weight 0.2): Many reviews highlight sneaking, hiding in closets, and distracting enemies as central mechanics. Combat is actively discouraged in favor of avoidance and evasion. - First-person perspective throughout (weight 0.19): The game is consistently described as played entirely in first-person, often noted alongside a minimal UI and a horror atmosphere. This perspective appears to be a defining presentation choice. - Weapon durability and degradation (weight 0.15): Melee weapons are described as having limited durability and breaking quickly, making them unreliable. A weapon durability system is explicitly mentioned. - CRTV enemy detection tool (weight 0.14): A CRTV device is used to detect enemies through walls by switching frequencies, functioning as a radar. It helps with navigation and observing enemy movements. - Stealth survival horror blend (weight 0.12): The game combines stealth with survival horror elements, including evasion, resource management, and puzzle-solving. It is described as a stealth-focused horror experience. - Silent Hill-like design (weight 0.12): Feedback frequently compares the game's puzzles, story, and mechanics to the Silent Hill series, noting it retains classic Silent Hill elements while adapting them to first-person. - Combat discouraged but possible (weight 0.11): Reviewers note that combat exists but is designed as a last resort and actively discouraged. Avoidance and stealth are presented as the preferred approach. - Comparisons to horror stealth games (weight 0.11): Players compare the stealth gameplay to titles like Alien: Isolation, Outlast, Amnesia, and The Last of Us, indicating a familiar horror-stealth style. - Scarce ammo and resources (weight 0.11): Ammunition, healing items, and weapons are reported as extremely limited. Gunfire draws attention, further discouraging combat. - Multiple endings available (weight 0.09): The game features multiple endings, reportedly determined by play style and choices, including a giving-up ending. Five endings are specifically mentioned. - Reduced combat versus other Silent Hills (weight 0.07): The game has fewer combat encounters and simpler combat compared to Silent Hill 2 and Silent Hill f. This reduction is noted as a deliberate design choice. - Scottish coastal town setting (weight 0.07): The game is set in 1996 in St. Amelia, a small Scottish coastal fishing village. This specific setting is repeatedly highlighted in reviews. - Phone booth save system (weight 0.07): Saving is done via phone booths, which serve as the game's save points. This mechanic is noted by several players. - Distraction via throwables (weight 0.07): Players can throw bricks and bottles to distract enemies, and enemies can be juked. This supports stealth and avoidance tactics. Performance notes: - Widespread stuttering issues (weight 0.37): Many players report stuttering, including micro stutters and frequent stutters during gameplay and cutscenes. This is a common complaint across various hardware configurations. - Performance varies by hardware (weight 0.37): Some players achieve high FPS on ultra settings with ray tracing and DLSS, while others struggle. Performance is inconsistent across setups. - Frequent game crashes (weight 0.21): Players experience crashes every 15-30 minutes, with some reporting crashes every few seconds. This severely impacts playability. - Unreal Engine 5 performance issues (weight 0.19): The game uses Unreal Engine 5, which is cited as a cause of poor performance and stuttering. Some note it performs above average among UE5 titles. - FPS drops during gameplay (weight 0.18): FPS drops are frequent, drastic, and sometimes inexplicable, with drops to single digits when entering new areas. - Stutters when loading areas (weight 0.16): Stutters happen during map loading, when heading into new areas, or during cutscene starts and large location loads. - Micro stutters in cutscenes (weight 0.11): Micro stutters occur during cutscenes and in-game, often ruining the experience. These are constant for some players. - Shader compilation stuttering (weight 0.1): Stuttering occurs during shader compilation, especially in the first few minutes or early parts of the game. It becomes rarer as exploration progresses. - Stutter and frame drops persist (weight 0.08): Even on lowest settings, stuttering and frame dropping are horrendous. Microstutters occur everywhere regardless of settings, and 1% lows are terrible. - Frame drops in less optimized areas (weight 0.08): Frame drops occur in less optimized areas, with max settings, and when switching between areas or in larger outdoor areas. - Traversal stutter and cutscene dips (weight 0.08): Noticeable stutters when moving through certain areas and framerate dips in cutscenes. Performance is choppy when loading new areas or starting cutscenes. Recommendations: - Strong recommendation for horror fans (weight 0.25): Many reviewers highly recommend this game for Silent Hill fans and survival horror enthusiasts. It is seen as a must-play for those who enjoy the genre. - General positive recommendation (weight 0.2): A large number of reviewers give a straightforward recommendation without major caveats. They recommend it wholeheartedly or without hesitation. - Wait for bug fixes (weight 0.14): Multiple reviewers recommend waiting until crashes and other bugs are fixed before purchasing. They suggest holding off for patches or optimization. - Not recommended due to crashes (weight 0.14): Some reviewers cannot recommend the game because of frequent crashes, stuttering, and freezing problems. They advise against buying until these issues are resolved. - Avoid or refund (weight 0.14): A few reviewers strongly advise against buying, calling it a waste of money. Some have refunded or wish to refund the game. - Stealth gameplay focus (weight 0.09): The game heavily emphasizes stealth, and reviewers recommend it only for players who enjoy stealth mechanics. Those who dislike stealth may not appreciate it. - Worth the price (weight 0.08): Several reviewers find the game worth its price, especially at a sub-AAA price point. They consider it a good value for the time and money. - Not for classic Silent Hill fans (weight 0.06): Reviewers note that fans of previous Silent Hill games or classic survival horror may not enjoy this entry. It is not recommended for those seeking action or traditional horror. - Overall positive despite performance issues (weight 0.05): Some reviewers find the game worth playing despite its defects and performance issues. They acknowledge flaws but still recommend it. - Comparable to Outlast (weight 0.04): Some reviewers compare the game to Outlast and recommend it for fans of that style, while noting it is not a traditional Silent Hill. It appeals to horror fans who like both. - Watch on YouTube instead (weight 0.04): A couple of reviewers suggest watching the story on YouTube rather than playing, implying the gameplay may not be worth experiencing firsthand. - Recommended with an open mind (weight 0.04): A few reviewers encourage trying the game with an open mind. They suggest giving it a go without preconceptions. - English voice acting preferred (weight 0.04): Some reviewers recommend using English voice acting with Japanese subtitles for better immersion. They find the English dub superior. Other player notes: - Frequent Silent Hill comparisons (weight 0.44): Many reviews compare the game to Silent Hill 2 Remake and Silent Hill f, noting similarities in atmosphere and tension. Some find it less action-packed but more optimized, while others criticize the story and balance. - Alien Isolation inspiration noted (weight 0.3): Multiple reviews highlight clear inspiration from Alien: Isolation, comparing the gameplay and atmosphere to that game. Some feel it plays more like Alien Isolation than a Silent Hill game, and the involvement of the Alien: Isolation creator is mentioned. - Not a true Silent Hill game (weight 0.19): Some reviewers argue that despite the Silent Hill title, the game does not feel like a Silent Hill game, with a different approach and not set in Silent Hill. Others consider it a true Silent Hill game, highlighting divided opinions. - Part of Silent Hill franchise (weight 0.14): Reviewers consistently acknowledge the game as an entry in the Silent Hill series, with some calling it a self-contained episode in Konami's new lineup. It is recognized as the next installment or a favorite among the series. - Compared to Outlast and Amnesia (weight 0.12): The game is compared to Outlast and Amnesia in gameplay style, often as a hybrid with Silent Hill. Some note it plays like Outlast in moment-to-moment gameplay. - Built on Unreal Engine 5 (weight 0.11): Several reviewers note that the game is developed using Unreal Engine 5, with some specifying DirectX12. This technical detail is frequently mentioned in performance discussions. - Early access and Deluxe Edition (weight 0.1): Early access is available, with the Deluxe Edition offering 48-hour early access for an extra payment. Some reviewers purchased the Deluxe Edition or preordered it. - First-person perspective change (weight 0.08): The shift to first-person perspective is noted as a first for the Silent Hill series, representing a big change from previous third-person games. This is often compared to Silent Hill 2 and f. - Developed by Screen Burn (weight 0.08): The game is developed by Screen Burn Studios, with some reviewers noting it feels like a Bloober Team development. This developer attribution appears multiple times. - Short game length (weight 0.08): The game can be completed in about 8 hours, with some finishing in under 4 hours, and approximately 10 hours if not replayed. This varies depending on playstyle. - Silent Hill f recommended over this (weight 0.06): Several reviewers recommend Silent Hill f over this game for better story pacing, though they acknowledge Silent Hill f also has problems. Silent Hill f is seen as a better alternate Silent Hill story. - Steam Input double input issue (weight 0.04): A double input issue is caused by Steam Input being enabled while the game natively supports XInput. The workaround is to disable Steam Input for the game in Steam controller settings and restart. - Faithful scenery and atmosphere (weight 0.04): Some reviewers find the scenery faithful to the Silent Hill franchise with a rustic feeling, and the atmosphere feels like Silent Hill 2. This positive note contrasts with criticisms. - Black bars removal mod (weight 0.04): A mod exists to remove black bars from all places including cinematics. Black bars can be disabled in-game options but not during cinematics. - Story set in St. Amelia (weight 0.04): The story is set in St. Amelia, as noted by a couple of reviewers. This location is distinct from Silent Hill. Emotions: - Frustration (weight 0.19): Players are frustrated by severe technical issues including frequent crashes, stuttering, poor optimization, and UE5 performance problems that often make the game unplayable. They also cite unfair stealth and combat mechanics, such as invincible stalker enemies with instant kills, obscure puzzles, and broken PC controls. These issues lead to lost progress, repetitive retries, and overall dissatisfaction. - Disappointment (weight 0.14): Disappointment stems from the game's departure from traditional Silent Hill survival horror, with an over-reliance on stealth and weak combat. Additionally, technical problems like crashes, stuttering, and poor optimization prevent many from enjoying the experience. The story, characters, and monster design are also seen as lackluster and not living up to the franchise's legacy. - Enjoyment (weight 0.1): Players enjoy the game's excellent atmosphere, sound design, and story, which are often praised as capturing the essence of Silent Hill. The stealth mechanics, puzzles, and first-person perspective add to the immersion and tension. Many find the overall experience fun and engaging despite some flaws. - Satisfaction (weight 0.06): Satisfaction comes from the game running well without technical issues, combined with a strong Silent Hill atmosphere, engaging story, and satisfying gameplay. The visuals, sound design, and puzzle difficulty are also highlighted as meeting expectations. Many appreciate the return to the series' roots and the overall experience. - Excitement (weight 0.04): Excitement is driven by the compelling story, stunning visuals, and immersive atmosphere that leave players eager to see more. The first-person perspective and new mechanics like the CRT scanner add to the thrill. Many look forward to future endings and new game plus content. - Immersion (weight 0.03): Immersion is achieved through the game's atmospheric design, including dark, mysterious environments and excellent sound design. The first-person perspective greatly enhances the feeling of being drawn into the world. Players appreciate the minimal UI and the need to slowly explore and examine details. - Boredom (weight 0.03): Boredom arises from tedious stealth gameplay, repetitive enemy encounters, and slow pacing that makes the game feel like a chore. The lack of engaging combat and uninteresting story elements contribute to a sense of dullness. Many find the constant hiding and waiting to be monotonous. - Annoyance (weight 0.03): Annoyance is caused by frequent stutters, shader compilation issues, and technical problems that disrupt the experience. Puzzles with poor guidance and forced stealth sections also irritate players. Minor issues like cumbersome save systems and repeated phone calls add to the frustration. - Fear (weight 0.02): Fear is evoked by the game's terrifying atmosphere, with foggy streets, unsettling sounds, and adaptive monsters that can ambush players. The first-person perspective intensifies the horror, making encounters feel more personal and threatening. The save system and scarce resources also contribute to a constant sense of dread. - Appreciation (weight 0.02): Appreciation focuses on the game's sound design, soundtrack, and detailed environments that capture the classic Silent Hill feel. The art direction, 90s aesthetic, and nods to past games are highly valued. Players also commend the fresh mechanics and overall atmosphere. - Anger (weight 0.02): Anger is fueled by poor optimization, crashes, and technical issues that make the game unplayable for many. Unfair combat mechanics, forced black bars, and frustrating stealth sections add to the outrage. Some feel the Silent Hill name is being exploited for a subpar product. - Tension (weight 0.02): Tension is built through stealth-heavy gameplay, scarce resources, and an intense atmosphere that keeps players on edge. Excellent sound design, including creaking wood and creature noises, heightens suspense. Encounters require quick decisions between fight, flight, or hide. - Love (weight 0.02): Love for the game is expressed through appreciation of its lore, narrative, soundtrack, and characters. The atmosphere and puzzles are particularly praised for feeling true to Silent Hill. Many see it as a love letter to the series and a reminder of why they love it. - Enthusiasm (weight 0.01): Enthusiasm stems from the game's immersive atmosphere, challenging puzzles, and engaging story. The UK setting and new mechanics like the CRT scanner are highlighted as fresh additions. Players find it well-made and would gladly play again. - Liking (weight 0.01): Liking is based on strong worldbuilding, story, atmosphere, and characters. The graphics, setting, and stealth approach are enjoyable, and the game looks incredible. Overall, players like the game and appreciate its attention to detail. - Engagement (weight 0.01): Engagement is driven by a gripping story with many secrets, intriguing puzzles, and an unsettling atmosphere that draws players in. The narrative encourages interpretation and creative thinking, keeping players invested. Notes and environmental storytelling add to the engagement. - Admiration (weight 0.01): Admiration is earned through masterful psychological horror, creative writing, and a bold evolution to first-person survival horror. The graphics, sound design, and art direction are highly praised. The game is seen as a worthy entry that stands alongside the SH2 remake. - Curiosity (weight 0.01): Curiosity is sparked by the game's mysteries, story premise, and the CRT clue-finding mechanic. Players are eager to explore remaining sections and uncover where the narrative goes. The protagonist's personality and medical imagery also intrigue them. - Hope (weight 0.01): Hope centers on the desire for performance patches to fix optimization issues, stuttering, and crashes. Players wish for improvements like FOV options and day-one fixes. There is also hope that the story will be strong and that the developers will continue to support the game. - Impressed (weight 0.01): Impressed by the game's understanding of Silent Hill, with impressive atmosphere, visuals, monster design, and acting. The first-person perspective is a great decision, and the recreation of a 1990s Scottish town is convincing. Performance on Unreal Engine 5 is also noted.}