'Silent Hill 2 Remake' Wikipedia page locked after trolls sabotage stellar reviews with fake low scores

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Image: Bloober Team / Konami

 

The Wikipedia page for the highly anticipated remake of Silent Hill 2 , a modern reimagining of Konami's landmark 2001 psychological horror masterpiece, has been locked following a series of disruptive edits. This unusual action was taken in response to persistent attempts to manipulate the game's review scores, casting an unexpected shadow over the release of this highly awaited revival.

 

Developed by Bloober Team and published by Konami, the remake has garnered positive reviews from critics and early access players. The game has achieved an impressive Metacritic score of 87 out of 100, with Eurogamer even awarding it a perfect 10/10.  However, over the weekend, a small group of individuals vandalized the page by altering review scores altering review scores from these respected outlets and others, including IGN and Digital Trends to unreasonably low figures, seemingly in an effort to damage the game's reputation.

 

 

While the exact motivations remain unclear, some speculate that these edits are tied to broader controversies over “wokeness” in media. Allegedly, some fans are unhappy with changes to characters’ appearances—particularly the protagonist Maria, whose updated design aligns more closely with the original concept art. Others believe the backlash stems from dissatisfaction with Bloober Team as the developers or resistance to the idea of a remake altogether.

 

Despite these sabotage attempts, the Silent Hill 2 remains largely unaffected, continuing to draw praise for its faithful recreation of the original’s eerie atmosphere while incorporating modern improvements. Critics have commended the game for striking a balance between nostalgia and innovation, successfully revitalizing James Sunderland’s eerie journey through the fog-filled town of Silent Hill.

As the dust settles on this Wikipedia controversy, the true test of the game’s success will lie in the hands of players. While the deluxe edition is already available for PlayStation 5 and PC, the standard edition will be released on October 8, giving a wider audience the chance to experience this reimagined classic.

This episode is a reminder of the passionate, sometimes turbulent nature of gaming communities. It also raises interesting questions about how online information, fan culture, and the gaming industry intersect. What do you think—will this remake live up to the hype and send shivers down the spines of both old and new fans?

 

 

• https://www.eurogamer.net/silent-hill-2-remake-wikipedia-page-locked-after-salty-fans-try-to-rewrite-its-critically-acclaimed-reception
• https://www.nme.com/news/gaming-news/silent-hill-2-remake-wikipedia-locked-after-getting-trolled-3800177
• https://gamerant.com/silent-hill-2-remake-reviews-wikipedia-page-vandalized/