The upcoming survival horror game Silent Hill f has been banned in Australia due to its “Refused Classification” rating, meaning the game will not be released without changes to its content. The reason for this decision is unclear, as the Australian government website typically provides a detailed explanation for such classifications. However, the game’s Steam page and ESRB description reveal disturbing content, including depictions of “gender discrimination, child abuse, bullying, drug-induced hallucinations, torture, and graphic violence.”
This ban marks one of the most shocking cases in recent Australian video game industry history, with several high-profile titles being banned or censored in the past. The previous Silent Hill game to be banned, Silent Hill: Homecoming, was approved for release in a censored state the following year.
In related news, renowned Silent Hill artist Masahiro Ito has hinted that scrapped concepts for freaky creatures from the cancelled game may still exist in his mind and could potentially be used in future titles.
Source: https://www.gamesradar.com/games/silent-hill