Welcome to Silent Hill f, the latest installment in the iconic horror series, developed by NeoBards Entertainment and released in 2025. This atmospheric, story-rich, third-person horror experience plunges you into a chilling narrative set in 1960s Japan, where you'll navigate terrifying encounters and unravel mysteries. If you're looking for a deep dive into a world that blends psychological dread with intense survival gameplay, you've come to the right place.
This guide is your essential companion for surviving the horrors that await. We'll cover everything you need to conquer the game, from mastering combat and exploration in unsettling locales like the Shrine District to uncovering every secret and achieving the best possible outcome. Get ready to face the darkness and emerge victorious.
Guide and Walkthrough (PS) by Warhawk
Navigate Silent Hill f with a detailed table of contents, covering all chapters, items, weapons, and endings.
Walkthrough Sections:
- Introduction
- Controls
- Characters
- Chapter One: Old Silent Hill
- Chapter Two: School
- Chapter Three: Old Silent Hill [cont'd]
- Chapter Four: Central Silent Hill
- Chapter Five: Alchemilla Hospital
- Chapter Six: Central Silent Hill [cont'd]
- Chapter Seven: Resort
- Chapter Eight: Sewer to Amusement Park
- Chapter Nine: NOWHERE
Additional Information:
- Item / Weapon List
- Endings
- Thank You
- Contact, Credits, & Disclaimer
- Refer to the table of contents to quickly jump to specific chapters or sections of the Silent Hill f walkthrough.
- The guide is structured to help you understand the game's progression from start to finish.
- Check the Item/Weapon list for details on all available equipment.
- Review the Endings section to understand the different conclusions to Silent Hill f.
Controls
Learn all the controls for Silent Hill f! Master movement, combat, inventory, and map navigation with this comprehensive button guide.
Alright, let's get you familiar with how to move around and interact with the world in Silent Hill f. It's pretty straightforward once you know what each button does, so let's break it down.
First up, the basic in-game controls. These are what you'll be using most of the time when you're exploring or in a tense situation.
| In-Game Control | Function |
| L1 / R1 | Side Step |
| L2 | Search View |
| R2 | Aim Weapon |
| X | Attack / Decide / Search |
| Square | Run / Cancel |
| Triangle | Look at Map |
| Circle | Turn Flashlight On / Off |
| Start | Pause / Skip Cutscenes |
| Select | Pause Game |
| R1 + L1 | 180 degree turn |
The 180-degree turn with R1 + L1 is super handy for quickly facing a threat or just getting your bearings. Don't forget about it!
Next, let's look at the Map screen. Knowing how to navigate this will save you a lot of backtracking.
| Map Control | Function |
| X | Zoom In / Out |
| Square | Leave Map |
| Triangle | Leave Map |
| Start | Zoom In / Out |
| Select | No Use |
| D-Pad | Change Floors |
| Right Analog | Change Floors |
You can use either the D-Pad or the Right Analog stick to switch between floors on the map, which is great for understanding multi-level areas. And when you're done, Square or Triangle will get you back to the game.
Finally, the Inventory screen. Managing your items is key, so here's how you do that.
| Inventory Control | Function |
| X | Select |
| Square | Cancel |
| Triangle | Cancel |
| Start | Select |
| Circle | Cancel |
| L1 - L2 - R1 - R2 | No Use |
| D-Pad | Choose |
| Right Analog | No Use |
| Left Analog | Choose |
You'll use the D-Pad or Left Analog stick to scroll through your items, and X to select them. Square, Triangle, or Circle are your go-to buttons for backing out of menus.
That covers all the essential controls. Practice them a bit, and you'll be navigating Silent Hill f like a pro in no time!
Guide and Walkthrough (PS) by Warhawk (2)
Navigate Silent Hill f with a complete chapter walkthrough, item list, and ending guide. Updated 04/12/2018.
Table of Contents:
- Introduction
- Controls
- Characters
- Walkthrough
- Chapter One: Old Silent Hill
- Chapter Two: School
- Chapter Three: Old Silent Hill [cont'd]
- Chapter Four: Central Silent Hill
- Chapter Five: Alchemilla Hospital
- Chapter Six: Central Silent Hill [cont'd]
- Chapter Seven: Resort
- Chapter Eight: Sewer to Amusement Park
- Chapter Nine: NOWHERE
- Item / Weapon List
- Endings
- Thank You
- Contact, Credits, & Disclaimer
- Refer to the chapter list for the correct order of progression through Silent Hill f.
- Consult the Item/Weapon List for details on all available gear.
- Review the Endings section to understand the different conclusions to Silent Hill f.
Characters
Discover the key characters in Silent Hill f, including Harry Mason, Cheryl Mason, Cybil Bennet, Dahlia Gillespie, Dr. Michael Kaufmann, and Lisa Garland. Learn their roles and backstories.
This guide details the main characters featured in Silent Hill f, providing their age, occupation, voice actor, and a brief biography.
Harry Mason
Age: 32
Occupation: Writer
Voiced Actor: Nichael G.
Bio: Harry is a devoted writer and father. After his wife Jodie died, he and his daughter Cheryl decided to take a vacation to Silent Hill, suggested by Cheryl, to help him cope with the loss.
Cheryl Mason
Age: 7
Occupation: Student
Voiced Actor: Saundra Wane
Bio: Cheryl is Harry's adopted daughter. After her adoptive mother Jodie's death, she suggested a vacation to Silent Hill to help Harry cope, and to perhaps fulfill a mysterious call from the town.
Cybil Bennet
Age: 22
Occupation: Police Officer
Voiced Actor: Susan Papa
Bio: A strong-willed police officer from Brahms, Cybil is sent to Silent Hill due to a communication breakdown. Initially a skeptic of the town's paranormal activity, she befriends Harry to help him find Cheryl. Her past includes witnessing her parents' murder, which motivated her career choice.
Dahlia Gillespie
Age: 46
Occupation: Cult Leader, Town Loony
Voice Actor: Liz Mamorsky
Bio: Dahlia leads the "Green Light Order" cult in Silent Hill. She orchestrated occult rituals involving her daughter Alessa to give birth to their "God." These rituals resulted in a fire that severely burned Alessa, whose soul later split. One part of her soul became the baby Harry and Jodie found.
Dr. Michael Kaufmann
Age: 50
Occupation: Doctor
Voice Actor: Jarion Monroe
Bio: Director of Alchemilla Hospital's medical staff and a friend of Dahlia Gillespie. He was responsible for Alessa's care and is implied to be involved with the drug PVT (White Claudia), potentially using it to control others.
Lisa Garland
Age: 23
Occupation: Nurse
Voice Actor: Thessaly Lerne
Bio: A nurse at Alchemilla Hospital, Lisa was tasked with caring for the severely burned Alessa. Troubled by Alessa's unhealing wounds and her own involvement, she wished to leave her profession but was coerced by Kaufmann, who threatened to cut off her PVT supply.
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