Naked Snake might not have been in attendance at the recently-concluded State of Play, but Konami's other in-revival franchise, Silent Hill, was there to surprise everyone.

As if trying to make up for last year's lackluster release,

Silent Hill: Ascension, Konami confirmed that the franchise's next entry, Silent Hill: The Short Message, will be available for free on PlayStation 5. This surprise release marks a fresh chapter in the beloved series, offering a modern take on psychological horror.

Silent Hill: The Short Message introduces players to a new narrative centered around the protagonist, Anita, who finds herself trapped in a crumbling apartment building with a dark past. The game is set in modern-day Germany, inside an apartment building called The Villa. Anita is guided by messages from her friend Maya, leading her through a series of eerie and otherworldly experiences. The game promises a rich, atmospheric setting with jump scares, making it a thrilling experience for fans of the genre.

The game departs from traditional Silent Hill titles by adopting a first-person perspective, allowing players to immerse themselves in Anita's terrifying journey as she seeks to unravel Maya's mystery. The presence of a monstrous entity is also crucial to the game's chilling atmosphere.