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Good part of the series, but not worth the big $$$

3 Rating: 3, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: April 16, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Since there are already well over 100 reviews for this game, ill keep this short. If you're a SH fan, this game will answer some questions and makes the 3rd game clearer (since 3 continues from #1). Would I have felt that it was worth $50-200 like many are selling it for? NO. I luckily found it at a used game store for $7 which is good cause I wouldnt order it for the amounts that I've seen (and those prices were usually for scratched disks). If you've played the other SH games first (and don't have nostalgic memories of #1), youll probably wonder what the big deal was. While it deals with many issues directly (the change from light to darkness and the spreading of the evil, etc), #2 was creepier, had much better graphics, and more human-like monsters.

because Resident Evil is stupid

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: January 19, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Although outdated, this game is a true classic. The Silent Hill series is an intelligent and more sophisticated alternative to Resident Evil. While it may not have the same level of fun as blowing the heads off of hordes of zombies, the rich, unsettling environments combine with eerie sounds and genuinely disturbing (as opposed to just plain gross) monster designs will draw you into the game.

You all need to play this game earlier

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: August 28, 2006
Author: Amazon User

That's it. It's a PS game not PS2 nor Xbox nor GC, so don't expect the same visual effect as those three above. I've played it in 1999 when PS2 was still in design. I gave rank 5 of 5 that time and also 2 thumbs up. It's so obvious that this amazing game the one of the best survive-horror, the atmosphere is even better than that of Resident Evil. So I'm not saying the Silent Hill is the best all the time, but surely it's the best at its time.

Welcome to Silent Hill - Population: 1

3 Rating: 3, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: September 08, 2005
Author: Amazon User

Silent Hill - Circa 1999

GOOD:
- Considered classic to many hardcore "survival horror" gamers
- Was sort of considered too scary to play in its time, for some gamers
- A complex story, with twists and turns
- travel two different worlds, this one and a demon one

BAD:
- Graphics look pretty dated; fog is not graphically very pleasing
- Voice acting can be bad at times
- Controls feel dated

WILL IT FIT YOUR TASTE:
- Slow moving "survival horror" game, which is more about solving puzzles, managing items, and unlocking doors then actually fighting for your life
- A horror game set in a town over run with all kinds of odd creatures
- Game and story are similar to books by Steven King and H.P. Lovecraft
- Multiple endings and even some bonus unlockables

GAME ITS MOST ASSOCATED TOO:
- Resident Evil
- Alone in the dark
- Mist

ADDITIONAL NOTES:
- This is the first Silent Hill game in the franchise and from what I've been told this games true squeal (story wise) is Silent Hill 3 and not Silent Hill 2

=) tis my presious

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: February 06, 2005
Author: Amazon User

great, perfect art, no time for action but time to run. great story and everything. id recomend this game being played 3rd of the series for more of a prologe feeling

Silent Hill

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: January 31, 2005
Author: Amazon User

Silent Hill is very much like a great horror movie with very much of the same achievements and flaws. It's scary fun to play with the lights turned out, late at night, especially all alone in the house.
This game is not so much scary as it is freaky. From the very moment you start playing the game, you are immediatly sucked, fearful and, yet, eagar to move forward. I won't describe what happens in the first three minutes, but let's just say it sets the tone of the rest of the game. By far the best feature is the game's ability to draw you in. You become a part of Harry, the main character, and his descent into the madness affects you a personal level. Having to spend a very good portion of the game with a pocket flashlight as your only light affects you in a way only certain entertainment can. You constantly question your every move, question whether you should use your gun or save your bullets, and, when you're attacked,question how to defend yourself when you can't even see your advesary. This feeling of simmering panic is multiplied perfectly by the dark soundtrack and surrounding environments. The first time I emerged into the "other" world, I wondered if I had wondered onto the set of a Hellraiser movie. The radio sigalling oncoming monsters is very nice touch and necessary tool to staying alive. The sudden scares, like noises out of nowhere, is a real bonus, too.
Of course, like any other game, this one isn't without its flaws. Most notably are the frustratingly akward controls. It is very difficult to dodge oncoming attacks. If you don't kill the monster quickly, you end up getting hit yourself. You'll especially notice this with your fight with the first boss. Luckily, I've had experience in games with this control issues, like Resident Evil. The radio is almost equally difficult because while it can detect monsters, it can't accurately tell you if they're in front or behind you. You'll find yourself sometimes successfully avoiding getting hit by dumb luck. The town level in which you walk to and from destinations is a bit too big, especially for a level with very little interactions with your environment. Lastly, while getting hit is inevitable, I detest the damage status. You can't if you are about to die or merely got a really bad scratch.
You haven't already played this game, pick it up today! And while you're snuggled your bed sheets, staring at your T.V. with the lights off at 2 in the morning, remembered this: Samael is watching you!

ENOUGH FEAR 2 GIVE YOU A HEART ATTACK!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: May 01, 2001
Author: Amazon User

If you think this game is another one of those zombie killer games you r seriously wrong.Not only are the environments eerie and sometimes down right terrifying but you have to be smart to figure its brain-racking puzzles but by all means they r not impossible 2 figure out.After playing this game 4 the 1st time I left a few of my hall lights on at night.One of my favorite things about this game is the sequence before the cafe when your walking through the very narrow alley way.The camera angles r amazing and quite eerie.This game is one of a kind with a very original concept.There's nothing out there like it.It's destined 2 become a classic.I suggest this game to anyone who wants 2 play a really great game.It is truly one of my favorite games up there with Metal Gear Solid.Oh and one more thing Resident Evil is like Elmo's ABC'S compared 2 this.

scary as hell

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: May 18, 2001
Author: Amazon User

I have this game for about one year, i pass it several time, i finish with all the ends, and im still playing! Im scared when i play to it!! it's totaly cool!!! Your Harry Mason, you have a car accident, you fall unconsious, when you wake up, Sherry, you little girl, is not in the car, find her... for this youll have to cross a ghostcity, with zombie, dog, and stuff like this!! Welcome to Silent Hill!

This is a horror video game. . .

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: June 28, 2001
Author: Amazon User

The RE games are basically action-flick spinoffs with horror elements added. They're for kids. SH is certainly not a game for kids.

A friend introduced me to the game back in '98, saying that it was the only game he'd ever played that had given him nightmares. I agree with him. The best moments in this game are among the best moments in horror film/TV. SH would get on my nerves & stay on them. No other game has done this in quite the same way, to quite the same degree. I've already placed an order for the PS2 sequel. . .here's hoping it's just as scary. From the movies at ps2.ign.com it looks like another not-at-all-for-kids title.

Scare The Hell Out of you!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: July 03, 2001
Author: Amazon User

This is the screiest game ever made. The Graphics are ok but this game is creepy.The Puzzles are very hard. The game is a masterpiece and should be owned by all true gamers. Buy it Rent it ! whatever! Play it!

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