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Silent Hill follows Harry Mason as he goes on the search for his daughter Cheryl.
Harry is taking his daughter on vacation to Silent Hill. Thought to be a calm and relaxing town he soon realizes that its far from it. As he drives closer to town a girl walks into the middle of the road, Harry swerves and crashes his car. He blacks out.
When he wakes up, Cheryl is missing and its up to Harry to find her.
Silent Hill has become a cult classic and is still considered one of the best horror games around. Silent Hill has also been made into a feature length film staring Radha Mitchell (Chronicles of Riddick) Laurie Holden (The Walking Dead) and Sean Bean (Game of Thrones). To find out more about the Original Film click here
Release Dates:
North America: January 31st 1999.
Japan: March 4th 99
Europe: August 1st 1999
It is also available on the Playstation network.
Harry is taking his daughter on vacation to Silent Hill. Thought to be a calm and relaxing town he soon realizes that its far from it. As he drives closer to town a girl walks into the middle of the road, Harry swerves and crashes his car. He blacks out.
When he wakes up, Cheryl is missing and its up to Harry to find her.
Silent Hill has become a cult classic and is still considered one of the best horror games around. Silent Hill has also been made into a feature length film staring Radha Mitchell (Chronicles of Riddick) Laurie Holden (The Walking Dead) and Sean Bean (Game of Thrones). To find out more about the Original Film click here
Release Dates:
North America: January 31st 1999.
Japan: March 4th 99
Europe: August 1st 1999
It is also available on the Playstation network.
Harry Mason
Harry Mason is the lead character in Silent Hill. After taking his daughter on a holiday to the town his car crashes and he awakens to find his daughter Cheryl is now missing.
Alessa Gillespie
Alessa Gillespie is the dark force behind the town in Silent Hill. She lacks a father and has been raised by her tormented Mother Dahlia Gillespie. Alessa and Cheryl are link greatly.
Lisa Garland
Lisa Garland was the main carer for Alessa while she was in Hospital. She has an addiction to PTV and threatens to leave the hospital due to becoming tired of continuously looking after Alessa.
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Cheryl Mason
Cheryl is the adopted daughter of Harry Mason. She was adopted after being found at the side of the road. She shares more than just similar characteristics with Alessa Gillespie.
Dahlia Gillespie
Dahlia Gillespie is mother to Alessa and also leader of 'The Order', a mass cult who worship a dark god. She believe Alessa is a result of this god and wants to birth the god through Alessa, the ritual she performs goes terribly wrong when Alessa is trapped in a fire and ends up completely disfigured.
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Dr Michael Kaufmann
Kaufmann works at Alchemilla hospital and is in charge of Alessa's care. Throughout the game you never see Kaufmann but various items are left around Silent Hill in regards to him. Jodie Mason The late wife and mother of Harry and Cheryl Mason. She only appears in the game in cut scenes. I love the original Silent Hill for turning graphical limitations into incredible atmosphere that to this day remain ageless." -Sam Shepherd |
Groaner
The groaner is one of the most common creatures in Silent Hill. The groaner is a dog like creature that is found in the streets. Not only do they run fast but can also jump quite high to bite their victim.
Air screamer/Night Flutter
The Air screamer is the first creature Harry meets in Silent Hill.
When Harry wakes in a cafe called Cafe 5to2 one bursts through the window and Harry must kill the creature to escape. They are also seen flying around the streets of Silent Hill. The Night Flutter is also very similar to the Air Screamer. It's body is more human like and its head is different in shape. Incubus
The Incubus is the final boss in Silent Hill.
You are only able to fight with this boss if you complete a side quest in which you save Dr Kaufmann. A Father's love, dedication, and protection for his child; literally going to Hell and back to save and protect her. True parenting" - Meagen Hoy |
Mumbler/gREY cHILD
The mumbler is a small creature found in Midwich elementary school. It makes a growling noise and are attracted to light.
The Grey Child are child like creatures also found in Midwich Elementary school. They carry a long knife and can attack in groups. In the European and Japanese versions of the game the Grey Children are not present. This is due to fact they resemble too much of a child, instead they are replaced with the Mumblers. The Grey Child creatures are exclusive to the North American version of the game. Larval Stalker
The Larval Stalker is a harmless ghost like creature that walks the hallways of Midwich Elementary school.
They make a small squeaking noise and are seen walking close to Harry. They tend to disappear when light is directed towards them. Incubator
The incubator is the final boss if you do not save Kaufmann. The incubator is formed when Alessa is whole once more and is a figure of Alessa's Maturity.
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Creeper:
The creeper is a bug like creature that is found throughout Silent Hill. The creeper harms harry by directly attacking his lower body.
Parasite:
The parasite is a small creature which infects various characters in Silent Hill. Not only does it infect Cybil Bennett but also Lisa Garland. This parasite is also the cause behind the Puppet nurse and doctor.
Puppet Nurse:
The puppet nurse is found within Alchemilla hospital. They are infected by an unknown parasite and have a large tumour like growth on their backs. They attack Harry using knives.
Puppet Doctor:
Similar to the nurses, they also have have a growth from their upper back. The puppet doctors are also infected by the same parasite the nurses are infected with.
Blood Sucker:
The blood sucker is a creature that lives off of blood. It has large tentacles and is found in only two places throughout the game. It cannot be killed by Harry.
Romper:
The romper is a ape like creature that is found in several locations in Silent Hill. It can attack by jumping onto and pinning down its victims. The romper is both a strong and fast creature and can cause serious damage to Harry with very few attacks.
Wormhead:
The wormhead is very similar to the Groaner. Its body is very similar however its head has been replaced with a mass of worms.
Stalker:
The stalker is very similar to the larval stalker. However unlike the larval stalker the stalkers can attack and they can do so in groups. The stalkers can be killed with various weapons and are first found within the sewers of Silent Hill.
Hanged scratcher:
The hanged scratcher can be found in the sewers of Silent Hill. They can attack from the ground or from dropping down from the ceiling. Their long claws make a clicking noise against the floor as they walk which helps to make their whereabouts known.
Twinfeeler BOSS:
The Twinfeeler is a boss Harry encounters in the gun shop. It is a large larva like creature which can burrow underground and burst out to surprise its victims. The Twinfeeler can also spilt out a toxic liquid and attack by running into its victims. Smaller Twinfeeler creatures are found around Silent Hill.
Floatstinger BOSS:
The Floatstinger is the mature version of the Twinfeeler. Harry encounters the Floatstinger on the roof of the post office. It can attack by spitting toxic like liquid at its victims and using its large stinger.
Split Head BOSS:
The split head is a large lizard like creature. It has 4 legs and a tail with a long protruding neck. It's head split open vertically to reveal a large mouth and teeth. It tracks its victims using this attack method. Harry has to fight this creature in the boiler room. In most cases one bite from this creature will kill Harry.
Puppet Cybil Bennett BOSS:
Cybil becomes infected by one of the parasites in Silent Hill. When Harry first finds her after her infection she is seen sitting in a wheelchair on a carousel. As he approaches she gets up to attack.
You are able to save or kill Cybil and by doing so will determine what ending you will receive in the game. You can save her by using the red liquid you find in Alchemilla Hospital which will remove the parasite Crybil is infected with.
The creeper is a bug like creature that is found throughout Silent Hill. The creeper harms harry by directly attacking his lower body.
Parasite:
The parasite is a small creature which infects various characters in Silent Hill. Not only does it infect Cybil Bennett but also Lisa Garland. This parasite is also the cause behind the Puppet nurse and doctor.
Puppet Nurse:
The puppet nurse is found within Alchemilla hospital. They are infected by an unknown parasite and have a large tumour like growth on their backs. They attack Harry using knives.
Puppet Doctor:
Similar to the nurses, they also have have a growth from their upper back. The puppet doctors are also infected by the same parasite the nurses are infected with.
Blood Sucker:
The blood sucker is a creature that lives off of blood. It has large tentacles and is found in only two places throughout the game. It cannot be killed by Harry.
Romper:
The romper is a ape like creature that is found in several locations in Silent Hill. It can attack by jumping onto and pinning down its victims. The romper is both a strong and fast creature and can cause serious damage to Harry with very few attacks.
Wormhead:
The wormhead is very similar to the Groaner. Its body is very similar however its head has been replaced with a mass of worms.
Stalker:
The stalker is very similar to the larval stalker. However unlike the larval stalker the stalkers can attack and they can do so in groups. The stalkers can be killed with various weapons and are first found within the sewers of Silent Hill.
Hanged scratcher:
The hanged scratcher can be found in the sewers of Silent Hill. They can attack from the ground or from dropping down from the ceiling. Their long claws make a clicking noise against the floor as they walk which helps to make their whereabouts known.
Twinfeeler BOSS:
The Twinfeeler is a boss Harry encounters in the gun shop. It is a large larva like creature which can burrow underground and burst out to surprise its victims. The Twinfeeler can also spilt out a toxic liquid and attack by running into its victims. Smaller Twinfeeler creatures are found around Silent Hill.
Floatstinger BOSS:
The Floatstinger is the mature version of the Twinfeeler. Harry encounters the Floatstinger on the roof of the post office. It can attack by spitting toxic like liquid at its victims and using its large stinger.
Split Head BOSS:
The split head is a large lizard like creature. It has 4 legs and a tail with a long protruding neck. It's head split open vertically to reveal a large mouth and teeth. It tracks its victims using this attack method. Harry has to fight this creature in the boiler room. In most cases one bite from this creature will kill Harry.
Puppet Cybil Bennett BOSS:
Cybil becomes infected by one of the parasites in Silent Hill. When Harry first finds her after her infection she is seen sitting in a wheelchair on a carousel. As he approaches she gets up to attack.
You are able to save or kill Cybil and by doing so will determine what ending you will receive in the game. You can save her by using the red liquid you find in Alchemilla Hospital which will remove the parasite Crybil is infected with.
Silent Hill has a total of 5 endings.
Good+ Ending:
Cybil and Harry escape with a baby that was given to them by the Incubator. This ending is achieved if you save Cybil and completing the Kaufmann side quest.
Good Ending:
Similar to the Good+ ending however this time Harry leaves with the baby and not Cybil. This ending is achieved if you kill Cybil and complete the Kaufmann side quest.
Bad+ Ending:
Harry looses his daughter but escapes with Cybil. This ending is achieved if you save Cybil and don't complete the Kaufmann side quest.
Bad Ending:
Harry looses his daughter and collapses over his loss. It then appears that Harry is bleeding from the head and is unconscious in his car. This ending suggests that it was all a dream. This ending is achieved if you don't complete the Kaufmann side quest and you kill Cybil.
The final ending is a comical UFO ending.
Good+ Ending:
Cybil and Harry escape with a baby that was given to them by the Incubator. This ending is achieved if you save Cybil and completing the Kaufmann side quest.
Good Ending:
Similar to the Good+ ending however this time Harry leaves with the baby and not Cybil. This ending is achieved if you kill Cybil and complete the Kaufmann side quest.
Bad+ Ending:
Harry looses his daughter but escapes with Cybil. This ending is achieved if you save Cybil and don't complete the Kaufmann side quest.
Bad Ending:
Harry looses his daughter and collapses over his loss. It then appears that Harry is bleeding from the head and is unconscious in his car. This ending suggests that it was all a dream. This ending is achieved if you don't complete the Kaufmann side quest and you kill Cybil.
The final ending is a comical UFO ending.
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The soundtrack to Silent Hill was only released in Japan and Europe. It contains a total of 42 tracks. All music has been created by Akira Yamaoka.The soundtrack was also included in the Silent Hill Sounds Box.
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Included with some versions of the original game was a small 'Product Catalog' that advertised various products to coincide with the games. This included the official European soundtrack and the official guide book in various languages. In this catalog a graphic novel was also advertised for the game however it was never released.
Although a quick google search does suggest it may be released in the future, as it's been over 15 years already I wouldn't expect it any time soon. Click the image on the right to see a bigger version. |
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Silent Hill: Play novel
The Silent Hill: Play Novel was released exclusively in Japan for the Game Boy Advance console. The play novel consists of only static images and storyline. The player must work through the novel and make choices as the story continues.
To begin with you play as Harry Mason and upon completion are able to also play as Cybil Bennett. The play novel has several endings depending on the choices you made throughout the story and for a short period of time you were able to download additional characters to use in the story. The first Silent Hill game was also released as a mobile game which was once again exclusive to Japan.
Upon completion the player is awarded 32 digital trading cards.
In June 2017 Silent Hill Community Member Giromancy ported the Play Novel to PC. You can download the Play Novel right here.
To begin with you play as Harry Mason and upon completion are able to also play as Cybil Bennett. The play novel has several endings depending on the choices you made throughout the story and for a short period of time you were able to download additional characters to use in the story. The first Silent Hill game was also released as a mobile game which was once again exclusive to Japan.
Upon completion the player is awarded 32 digital trading cards.
In June 2017 Silent Hill Community Member Giromancy ported the Play Novel to PC. You can download the Play Novel right here.
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