Silent Hill HD Collection - Game released in unfit state // Amazon pulls stock

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Here's Heather from the film :3

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[Blink_Me]

Awesome news about Silent Hill 2 and Silent Hill 3 getting a high-definition release.

[Tom4784]

The NGP is starting to look very promising. The Book of Memories....I reckon it's going to be some sort of anthology game.

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I heard theories of us being able to play different characters in different time periods in Silent Hill

Can't wait to play SH2 and 3 in High Def, maybe I'll be scared all over again lol

The movie stuff sounds great, MJB really has respect for the games, and Adelaide is <3

Downpour trailer has made even the most stubborn Silent Hill fans happy

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Tomm says Book of Memories is an actual full game :D

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Some info on Downpour

Reading the latest Official Xbox Magazine brings even more details to the table from Silent Hill: Downpour. As we did before, we’re going to compile a list of all the new and relevant information so you guys can get it fast and easily. For a first look at new screens and the info, pick up the July OXM. Hit the jump for the list.

. Rainstorms happen randomly when on the streets of Silent Hill.

. Some enemies can not be killed, only evaded.

. The Shade is the name of the black fog monster. No indication if this is an enemy type or one entity.

. Boarded doors can be opened with an axe.

. Murphy has limited stamina and can not run infinitely.

. 15-20 sidequests are available to choose from. Unlockable items come from completing them.

. Red jacket guy seen on the bridge in both E3 trailers is an ex-tour guide of Devil’s Pit. His name is J.P.

. The 2010 E3 trailer showed what many believed to be a “little person”. He is in fact a child.

. A disembodied voice speaks to Murphy.

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Some info on Downpour

Reading the latest Official Xbox Magazine brings even more details to the table from Silent Hill: Downpour. As we did before, we’re going to compile a list of all the new and relevant information so you guys can get it fast and easily. For a first look at new screens and the info, pick up the July OXM. Hit the jump for the list.

. Rainstorms happen randomly when on the streets of Silent Hill.

. Some enemies can not be killed, only evaded.

. The Shade is the name of the black fog monster. No indication if this is an enemy type or one entity.

. Boarded doors can be opened with an axe.

. Murphy has limited stamina and can not run infinitely.

. 15-20 sidequests are available to choose from. Unlockable items come from completing them.

. Red jacket guy seen on the bridge in both E3 trailers is an ex-tour guide of Devil’s Pit. His name is J.P.

. The 2010 E3 trailer showed what many believed to be a “little person”. He is in fact a child.

. A disembodied voice speaks to Murphy.

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Silent Hill Book of Memories

Another bombshell was the announcement of another Silent Hill game: Book of Memories for the next gen PSP. Not much more was revealed but the title alone makes me wonder if it will tie into the Book of Lost Memories first seen in Silent Hill 2 some how. I thought maybe the game would be the “Lost Memories” book in interactive form but Cox later confirmed for me that it is a game with a brand new storyline and soundtrack that’s narrative is focused around the “Book of Memories”. As for any connections to previous Silent Hill titles…well Cox was coy with that information, we will just have to wait to hear more!

Also the remakes are being done by Hijinx studios


Thought I'd hijack this E3 thread for these two projects :D

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Bad news incoming, the remasterings are only coming to the PS3

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God knows why they're doing this, the MGS & ZOE remasterings are multiplatform :/

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has this been confirmed :suspect:

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It seems so, might be worth awaiting a press release from Konami at E3 (Tuesday, I think), it is possible there has been crossed wires

[Tom4784]

I'd expect ZOE to be an exclusive since it was only on the PS2 but thankfully it isn't, SH being exclusive is perplexing though.

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Hopefully Devin/Tomm will give us an explanation at E3, or reveal its for both lol

We should be getting a little more on Book of Memories at E3 too

Intrestingly, it might be developed in-house (or Climax)

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Silent Hill: Book of Memories, which is coming exclusively to the Vita, will feature multiplayer for the first time in the series' history. No details were given on exactly how the multiplayer will work, but it would be kind of cool to play as one of those freaky nurses.

IGN (http://uk.ps3.ign.com/articles/117/1174002p1.html)

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Silent Hill: Book of Memories is the first KONAMI title to be confirmed for the forthcoming PlayStation Vita portable device, and is also the first ever multi-player Silent Hill title. The game will feature an all-new scenario and soundtrack, and links past and present events in the series in one game. Working with a friend, players are left stranded in Silent Hill, where they must work together in order to escape the town and its inhuman denizens.

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Tomm Hulett cleared up the PS3 exclusive thing, turns out it's likely to come to the 360 later on

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Silent Hill: Book of Memories is the first KONAMI title to be confirmed for the forthcoming PlayStation Vita portable device, and is also the first ever multi-player Silent Hill title. The game will feature an all-new scenario and soundtrack, and links past and present events in the series in one game. Working with a friend, players are left stranded in Silent Hill, where they must work together in order to escape the town and its inhuman denizens.


Silent Hill coop could be amazing. Hope they don’t mess this up. -fingers crossed- :)

[Novo]

Anymore news on the remakes being on 360?

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Anymore news on the remakes being on 360?

Not yet, most of the news is about the new voice actors, and Guy Cihi (James) being owed royalties lol

Silent Hill coop could be amazing. Hope they don’t mess this up. -fingers crossed- :)

Same here, they've got Tom Waltz (Comics SH: Past Life, SH: Sinner's Reward and Downpour too) writing again, so we know the story will at least be good, I can see it playing out similar to Project Eden

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Here's the press release!

The past of the Silent Hill range will also be highlighted, with KONAMI confirming the release of the Silent Hill HD Collection for Xbox 360 as well as the previously-announced PlayStation 3 version. This much requested set brings the acclaimed Silent Hill 2 and Silent Hill 3 to vibrant life as they are revamped to make the most of their new formats. Both enjoy all new enhancements and high-definition graphics and have been reworked, with all-new voice talent, and the addition of Trophies and Achievements. The Silent Hill HD Collection will be released early 2012.

[Novo]

I was going to ask if they will have Achievements on the games, really pleased they do it will make it more worthwhile

[Stu]

These HD collections rock and I want more and more of them.

TimeSplitters 2+3 and Final Fantasy X, X-2 and XII would be incredible.

[Stu]

These HD collections rock and I want more and more of them.

TimeSplitters 2+3 and Final Fantasy X, X-2 and XII would be incredible.

[Novo]

I would rape the achievements on FFX and FFX-2 they would probably make some nearly impossible ones like " Score with Letto against the Luca Goers in the final "

[Stu]

The ones in X-2 would be insane. Could be some great ones for via infinito.

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I agree, the PS2 FF games need to be brought to this generation

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Troy Baker, voice actor for numerous videogame roles such as: Snow in Final Fantasy XIII; Booker in Bioshock Infinite, and most recently Vincent in Catherine has been announced as the new voice for James Sunderland.

Troy will be replacing Guy Cihi’s performance in the HD port of Silent Hill 2. I fear for Troy for picking up this monumental role from the survival horror genre. Fans have already posted comments with more than just concerns for the new voiceovers, but like I said before, I’m not hating on them yet.

We’ve all heard one unfinished scene, and Troy’s acting is something I am a fan of. His role as Vincent was a personal favorite. Catherine’s voice acting was top notch in my eyes (ears), and it would be interesting to hear the role done by someone new, but talented.


Mary Elizabeth McGlynn will also be voicing Mary
Here's a peek
(Note, these are raw performances with no background noise or voice processing)
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The new voices ain't bad, McGlynn seems better at playing Maria then she does with Mary and I like James' voice. It wasn't the actor's fault that Snow was such a bad character in XIII, nobody could have made him look good.

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Yeah, that's true, the bit where he says "Aren't you Maria?!" sounds exactly like Guy Cihi, and I'd agree about Mary Elizabeth her voice fits Maria's personality perfectly, but she doesn't sound nice enough to be Mary. They could have picked a better scene to show us of Eddie, as that one shows him being bat**** insane :p

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Just found this old pic of Troy with Akira Yamaoka, Joe Romersa and Mary
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[Novo]

I've heard a lot of people hate the new voices judging from the comparison video i can see why

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They're only raw unedited voices though, so they seem a bit out of place, the producer Tomm said to me (over on Hell Descent forums)

Originally Posted by redrum
I think with the sounds (such as Mary walking and sitting down) missing made it look like a bad dub, if they had all the background noises there with music, it would have gelled a lot better

Originally posted by Tomm

Yeah, everyone was curious how the voices would sound so I arranged for a sneak peek. What I'm getting from the general consensus is "don't show anything until it's 100% final quality. I've noted this for future reference.

Yes, I was just name dropping, problem? http://i52.tinypic.com/148equg.jpg

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wow its a lot darker

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Aye, and the walls and floor have got more of a 3D texture to them too :D

[Iceman]

now ive got my PS3 im gonna start these games properly, any suggestions on which one to get first?

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Only Homecoming is out for the PS3 (Downpour will be coming out in November and HD Collection in January) the rest are PS2 games :P Except for SH1, which is PS1 lol

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might get that next then.

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Here's the boxart for the collection
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The best thing about the series is only SH1&3 are connected enough to warrant 1 being played first

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Troy Baker (James Sunderland) talks about replacing Guy Cihi and the uproar surrounding Guy's non-existant residuals, Jamming with Akira and Mary in Shadows of the Damned and voice acting in general.

http://www.relyonhorror.com/in-depth/podcast-interview-a-chat-with-troy-baker/

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Just saw this in the press pack

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Here's screenshots of Born From A Wish for those who never played
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The 360 boxart...which I prefer lol

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Konami has announced the release date of the first Silent Hill on PSN: October 26. It will be playable with both PlayStation 3 and PSP.

The press release announces that the publisher with this remark "New players will appreciate the progenitor of the series and make more pleasant the wait for the new chapter, Silent Hill Downpour.

The first chapter in the saga came out in 1999 on the PSone and starring everyman Harry Mason, swallowed by the mists of Silent Hill as he tried his little adopted daughter.

The PlayStation Network version of the game will cost € 6.99.

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Looks like Silent Hill is Playstation's big horror name this Halloween, first Silent Hill 1, now this!

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We’re proud to announce that Silent Hill HD Collection will offer an option for original voices in Silent Hill 2. This means fans and newcomers alike can experience the classic horror tale remastered with modern voice performances; as well as the original recordings from 2001. Producer Devin Shatsky and I have been striving to make this a reality for some time, and it’s exciting to have created the definitive SH2 experience. We would like to thank all of the original voice cast as well as Jeremy Blaustein, who were all instrumental in making this happen. Unfortunately, due to factors both technical and logistical, Silent Hill 3 will be presented with new voices only. Konami and Hijinx are working hard to make Silent Hill HD Collection a valued piece of Silent Hill history, and hope fans new and old look forward to its release in January.



Sincerely,

Tomm Hulett

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compare to the original here

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The release date is confirmed here
http://uk.games.konami-europe.com/game.do?idGame=306

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New vs old (New - top, old - bottom)
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Release date is now March 29th
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So Konami have released the game in a broken state in America

- Sound is ruined
- Lip sync is off
- Hundreds of technical issues

Save your money, buy Downpour instead. I've cancelled my preorder.

Also, Amazon.com are no longer selling it due to these issues
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[Blink_Me]

Apparently the 360 has way less problems than the PS3; I suppose I could get it for the 360 instead of the PS3.

I mean, how can they mess it up so bad when it was originally released on the PlayStation first?

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The 360 has more in common with the PS2 than the PS3 :P