70
Instead of the brain-bending adventure with scares and gore that I had so desperately hoped for, it turned out to be a sloppy, monotonous bore that nearly put me to sleep.
100
Seldom has sound, vision, and control worked in such perfect harmony. Most players will find themselves wanting to play SH2 right after they finish it the first time.
91
I'll take SH2 [over "Resident Evil"] any day. Turn out the lights, turn off that damn radio and you'll see what I mean. It eats into your brain (mmmmmm.....) and you won't even notice how jittery you've become until the cat suddenly jumps into your lap and you fling your controller at the ceiling.
9
Muito bom game maravilhoso só não vou dar 10 porque eu achei ele difícil demais mas dá para alternar a dificuldade
10
a silent hill 2 changed the genre of horror in general it reshaped many horror elements and have done it the best way
10
Silent Hill 2 is a masterpiece,also the best horror game ever made; it has one of the most unique atmospheres in video games, as well as arguably the best story, which is unmatched in its depth, intensity, and complexity. James Sunderland is one of the best-written protagonists, and the other characters are just as incredible. Akira Yamaoka’s soundtrack is also perfect. Personally, it’s my favorite game, and objectively one of the best video games of all time.
Silent Hill 2 (2001)
PlayStation 2
Released On:
Sep 25, 2001
Metascore
Generally Favorable
89
User score
Universal Acclaim
9.3
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100
It uses a combination of sight, sound, imagery and imagination to create the scariest game on any home console. Turn off the lights, grab your controller and enjoy the horror of Silent Hill 2.
100
The team have used the superior pixel-pushing capabilities of the console to make this a truly terrifying game.
User score
Universal Acclaim
9.3
94% Positive
2366 Ratings
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72 Ratings
72 Ratings
Apr 25, 2026
10
a silent hill 2 changed the genre of horror in general it reshaped many horror elements and have done it the best way
Apr 20, 2026
10
Silent Hill 2 is a masterpiece,also the best horror game ever made; it has one of the most unique atmospheres in video games, as well as arguably the best story, which is unmatched in its depth, intensity, and complexity. James Sunderland is one of the best-written protagonists, and the other characters are just as incredible. Akira Yamaoka’s soundtrack is also perfect. Personally, it’s my favorite game, and objectively one of the best video games of all time.
91
As far as sound effects go, they are some of the best ever found in a videogame.
90
With solid puzzles, a great story, creepy settings, the most disgusting monsters ever and puzzles that simply rock, Silent Hill 2 has gained my respect in the survival horror genre.
85
Quite simply, mature PS2 owners craving a creepy game that's perfect for playing with the lights out and speakers cranked, pick up a copy of Silent Hill 2 and you will not be disappointed. Clean underwear not included.
80
If the grainy, David Lynch ambiance doesn’t make your nads retract in terror, the four-legged headless guys in combat boots and leather thongs certainly will.
70
Instead of the brain-bending adventure with scares and gore that I had so desperately hoped for, it turned out to be a sloppy, monotonous bore that nearly put me to sleep.
Mar 16, 2026
10
Ας ξεκινήσουμε με την ιστορια.Είναι σίγουρα από τις καλύτερες ιστορίες σε παιχνίδι που έχω παίξει στην ζωή μου , το plot twist στο τέλος είναι ότι καλύτερο.Η ατμόσφαιρα είναι επίσης το κάτι άλλο σε κάνει να νιώθεις σαν να είσαι πράγματι στην μέση του πουθενά αριστούργημα
Dec 24, 2022
7
I get that its the first game to do true psychological horror, so I'll give it credit for that. But it has to lose points for the twilight zone dialogue, mediocre level design and horrific controls. Even the story, I have to say, was rather predictable. The enemy design and how it ties into your guilt is definitely a really good concept, and revolutionary for the genre.
May 3, 2022
7
This games story is remarkable. A deep and amazingly well constructed story. Great environments and puzzles. However, the enemy design is lacking which ruins some of the game for me. The controls are also a major flaw.
Dec 13, 2015
4
I don't know why, it just doesn't seem interesting to me at all. The story is not anything to get shocked with. It seems to me like just the one of the "better games" back in the time it was released. But I am not going to give this a good review just because it's one of the first good games. Because it is absolutely boring, voice acting **** and the story just seems a bit exaggerated. And fighting those monsters for all the time gets very not enjoyable.
SummaryPlayers assume the role of James, who receives a cryptic letter from his wife (who has been dead for 3 years) beckoning him to meet her in Silent Hill, a place that holds great meaning for the couple. The mystery of the letter compels him to return to the surreal horror and all-too-real danger in Silent Hill.
Rated Mfor Mature
