A classic of retro horror gaming, Silent Hill 2 is beloved by many, but one fan has put out a call to find someone that will join them and provide moral support while they play through the terrifying experience. As the Silent Hill 2 remake is nearing completion, many fans are taking the time to go back and enjoy the original game. However, the horrors of Silent Hill 2 have proven overwhelming for some, requiring the power of friendship to help alleviate some of the scariness.

One of the defining anthologies of video game horror, Silent Hill is best-known for its OG trilogy, with many considering Silent Hill 2 to be the best of the series. When the game first released, it was considered one of the scariest games ever made, and that reputation pushes gamers to play Silent Hill 2 to this day.

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Facebook Marketplace user Chris Holt put out an offer to pay someone $15 to join them while they play Silent Hill 2 and help to make the experience "not too scary." According to Holt's listing, they are requesting a friend for hire to support them through 10 gaming sessions of approximately two hours each, with a total payout of $15 for the shared experience. Reddit users are having a heyday in the replies, joking about the fairness of the offer and discussing the necessity of having a friend to make horror games less scary. With Silent Hill 2 ranking among the scariest games of all time, Holt's request for backup is as understandable as it is amusing.

Is Silent Hill 2 Really That Scary?

While many shared playful remarks about the Marketplace listing, others discussed the horrifying reputation of the game. Users highlighted the long term success of the classic title as a direct result of its terrifying content, with others pointing out the retro controls and graphics as major contributors to the otherworldly horror of Silent Hill 2. The Silent Hill series has always focused on isolation and psychological horror to drive terror throughout the franchise, earning high praise among horror aficionados. However, negative reception to Silent Hill: The Short Message and poor reviews for Silent Hill: Ascension have left many wondering if the upcoming Silent Hill 2 remake will maintain the immersive horror of the original, or if it will fall short of expectations. As fans await the eventual release of the remake, the original Silent Hill 2 remains one of the most iconic horror games of all time.

Both solo and multiplayer horror video games continue to resonate well with audiences, though many continue to turn back to retro classics as pillars of the genre. Some of the best old-school horror games remain among the highest rated of all time, with Silent Hill 2 frequently topping lists as one of the most terrifying experiences in gaming. Whether playing alone or inviting a friend along for support, Silent Hill 2 reigns as one of the greats in horror video game history.

Silent Hill 2

Franchise

Silent Hill

Platform(s)

PC , PS2 , PS3 , Xbox (Original) , Xbox 360

Released

September 24, 2001

Developer(s)

Konami

Genre(s)

Survival Horror