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Bloober Team Sheds Underdog Status After Silent Hill 2 Remake

Its critical acclaim won Konami’s trust by securing projects that range from a remake of the first Silent Hill to an original horror title.

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Overview

  • Jacek Zięba says the studio’s confidence soared once the Silent Hill 2 remake disproved early doubts about its capabilities
  • The remake’s strong reviews and sales convinced Konami that Bloober Team can handle flagship horror franchises
  • Last month Konami and Bloober Team officially confirmed development of a remake of the original Silent Hill
  • Bloober Team is also working on Cronos: The New Dawn, its first original horror game since the remake
  • Despite the studio’s elevated reputation, team members acknowledge ongoing pressure to deliver another hit