The legendary survival horror franchise Silent Hill remains one of the most influential and recognizable names in horror gaming. Over the years, numerous entries have been released — some considered mainline installments directly connected to the core storyline, and others functioning as spin-offs or side projects.
If you’re new to the series or feel overwhelmed by its many entries, this guide breaks everything down clearly. Below, you’ll find all Silent Hill games listed by release date, followed by the correct story order if you want to experience the narrative chronologically.
All Silent Hill Games by Release Date
Here is the complete list of Silent Hill titles by release order, categorized into mainline entries and spin-offs.
Mainline Games
- Silent Hill (1999)
- Silent Hill 2 (2001)
- Silent Hill 3 (2003)
- Silent Hill 4: The Room (2004)
- Silent Hill: Origins (2007)
- Silent Hill: Homecoming (2008)
- Silent Hill: Shattered Memories (2009)
- Silent Hill: Downpour (2012)
- Silent Hill 2 Remake (2024) – A modern remake of Silent Hill 2
- Silent Hill f (2025)
- Silent Hill Remake – Enhanced remake of the original Silent Hill
Spin-Off Titles
- Silent Hill: The Arcade (2007)
- Silent Hill: Orphan (2007)
- Silent Hill: Orphan 2 (2008)
- Silent Hill: Orphan 3 (2010)
- Silent Hill: The Escape (2008)
- Silent Hill: Book of Memories (2012)
- Silent Hill Pachislot (2015)
- Silent Hill: Ascension (2023)
- Silent Hill: The Short Message (2024)
- Silent Hill: Townfall (TBA)
Notable Re-Releases and Alternate Versions
- Play Novel: Silent Hill (2001)
- Silent Hill: Mobile (2006)
- Silent Hill HD Collection (2012)
How to Play Silent Hill in the Correct Order
If you’re wondering what order to play Silent Hill for the full narrative experience, you’ll need to ignore release dates.
The chronological story actually begins with Silent Hill: Origins, which serves as the starting point of the overarching storyline and sets the foundation for the original game.
Although Origins was released years after the first entries, it functions as a prequel. Therefore, it should be your starting point if you want to experience the timeline properly.
Silent Hill Games in Story Order
Below is the recommended chronological order based on narrative events:
- Silent Hill: Origins
- Silent Hill (1999)
- Silent Hill 2
- Silent Hill 3
- Silent Hill 4: The Room
- Silent Hill: Downpour
- Silent Hill: Homecoming
- Silent Hill: Book of Memories
What About Silent Hill f?
Silent Hill f features a standalone storyline separate from the traditional timeline. While it belongs to the broader Silent Hill universe, its events are distinct from the main chronological arc.
For a deeper explanation of how Silent Hill f connects to the franchise’s broader themes and continuity, we recommend reading our dedicated article exploring its place within the series timeline.
With this guide, you now have a complete overview of all Silent Hill games — both by release date and in proper chronological order — so you can experience the franchise the way you prefer.
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