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Silent Hill: Homecoming

Also known as: Silent Hill 5: Homecoming
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Silent Hill: Homecoming

Silent Hill: Homecoming

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Published by: Konami
Developed by: The Collective
Release Date: September 30, 2008
Genre: Adventure
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Reviews: Maybe going home isn't always a good idea...

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About This Game

Silent Hill: Homecoming marks the sixth story in the Silent Hill mythos, and introduces a new protagonist to the mysterious town. The story follows Alex Shepherd, returning to his hometown of Shepherd's Glen to investigate the sudden disappearance of his brother and the strange occurrences taking place around town. Shepherd unravels a tale that takes him from his boyhood home to the fog-shrouded streets of Silent Hill, facing the darkest horrors of his soul to find his missing brother.

This game features all-new graphics that bring the fear and terror of Silent Hill alive like never before. Alex must survive the terrible denizens of Silent Hill using an all-new enhanced combat system that provides a wide array of attacks and counters. Along the way, Alex will encounter a variety of weapons to battle these horrific monsters and solve deadly puzzles, discovering the darkest secrets of Silent Hill. Silent Hill: Homecoming also features an all-new soundtrack by acclaimed series composer Akira Yamaoka.

ESRB Rating: M for Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Language, Sexual Themes
Genre: Adventure
Also Available On: Xbox 360
Release Date: September 30, 2008
MSRP: $59.99
November 30, 2008
March 31, 2009
 

Alex Shepherd
The lead character of Silent Hill: Homecoming, Alex returns to his hometown of Shepherd's Glen to investigate the sudden disappearance of his brother and finds his that home is not where the heart is...

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  • Builds upon the series' trademark foundations of atmosphere, adventure and storytelling
  • When confronted by the perverse incarnations of evil that roam Silent Hill and Shepherd's Glen, players will be able to utilize an enhanced combat system and execute a number of offensive and defensive maneuvers as they experience every terrifying encounter with the game's numerous nightmarish creatures
  • Players will also have to solve a variety of puzzles as they progress through the highly atmospheric game world, using cues from the environment to unlock Silent Hill's darkest secrets
  • Continuing the series' tradition of standout music and sound design, Silent Hill 5 features an original soundtrack by famed composer Akira Yamaoka

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ESRBSilent Hill: Homecoming
Publisher: Konami
Platform: PlayStation 3
Release Date: September 30, 2008
Release Region: United States

PEGISilent Hill: Homecoming
Publisher: Konami
Platform: PlayStation 3
Release Date: November 30, 2008
Release Region: United Kingdom

CEROSilent Hill: Homecoming
Publisher: Konami
Platform: PlayStation 3
Release Region: Japan

Silent Hill: Homecoming
Publisher: Konami
Platform: PlayStation 3
Release Date: March 31, 2009
Release Region: Australia

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