Konami has officially disclosed the PC system requirements for its upcoming psychological horror game, SILENT HILL f. Fortunately, players won’t need state-of-the-art hardware to delve into its eerie, Japanese-inspired setting, as the upcoming horror title will only require older parts to run the game at a 720p resolution and 30 frames per second (FPS). Playing Silent Hill f at 60 FPS will also not be a steep endeavor, though Konami recommended that players store the game on a solid-state drive (SSD) for the best performance.
Silent Hill f will take players away from the series’ titular Maine town and focus on the fictional Japanese town of Ebishugaoka and follow the survival of a high school student named Hinako Shimizu. According to the game’s lead writer, Ryukishi07, the setting is based on the real-world city of Gero, located in Japan’s Gifu Prefecture, known for its hot springs and tourism. Silent Hill f will also incorporate depictions based on Japanese customs that were considered acceptable during the 1960s. Konami added a disclaimer that the depictions are not indicative of the developers’ modern viewpoints.
System Requirements Breakdown
According to the updated Steam page, SILENT HILL f is designed to run at 720p/30fps on modest setups. The minimum specifications require an Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600 processor, along with an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 Ti or AMD Radeon RX 5700 graphics card. For a smoother 60fps experience, players will need more powerful components, such as an Intel Core i7-9700 or AMD Ryzen 5 5500 CPU, and an RTX 2080 or Radeon RX 6800 XT GPU.
Minimum Requirements
- OS: Windows 11 64-bit
- Processor: Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics Card: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 Ti / AMD Radeon RX 5700
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 50 GB (SSD recommended)
- Sound Card: Windows-compatible audio device
Recommended Requirements
- OS: Windows 11 64-bit
- Processor: Intel Core i7-9700 / AMD Ryzen 5 5500
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics Card: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080 / AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 50 GB (SSD required)
- Sound Card: Windows-compatible audio device
- Additional Notes: Players can expect 60 FPS gameplay at Performance settings, 30 FPS at Quality settings in Full HD, and support for 4K resolution using DLSS or similar upscaling technologies.
A New Direction for the Franchise
SILENT HILL f marks a significant shift for the franchise, leaving behind the fog-covered streets of Silent Hill for the eerie, fictional Japanese town of Ebishugaoka. Set in the 1960s, the game follows Hinako Shimizu, a high school student whose journey into darkness is penned by renowned Japanese writer Ryukishi07, known for his work on psychological horror and mystery stories.
The game’s setting is inspired by the hot spring town of Gero in Japan’s Gifu Prefecture, adding a unique cultural touch to its narrative. Players can expect a blend of traditional Japanese horror elements, folklore, and psychological dread, distinguishing this entry from its predecessors.
Controversial Themes and ESRB Rating
Konami has issued a disclaimer acknowledging that some in-game depictions, based on Japanese customs of the 1960s, may be deemed inappropriate by modern standards. The developers clarify that these elements are intended to reflect historical accuracy and do not represent their present-day views.
The ESRB rating for SILENT HILL f highlights mature themes, including graphic depictions of torture, gender discrimination, and child abuse. This suggests a deeply unsettling experience, in line with the franchise’s reputation for disturbing psychological horror.
Final Thoughts
With its fresh setting, innovative storytelling, and immersive horror elements, SILENT HILL f is shaping up to be a standout entry in the series. While its system requirements are reasonable, the recommendation for SSD storage suggests that smooth gameplay will rely heavily on fast load times.
Fans of the franchise and horror enthusiasts alike should prepare for a chilling experience when SILENT HILL f launches. Are you ready to step into the nightmares of Ebishugaoka?
