The Australian Classification Board (ACB) has reversed its decision to classify Silent Hill f, removing the “refused classification” rating from the game. This development leaves open the possibility that the review is still underway.
The ACB’s initial rejection was met with criticism for being overly strict, which has only increased player enthusiasm for the game despite its mature content warnings. Developed by Neobards Entertainment and published by Konami, Silent Hill f follows protagonist Hinako Shimizu as she confronts eerie transformations in 1960s Japan after a mysterious fog envelops her hometown.
A Steam page warning about mature content was released earlier this month, highlighting depictions of gender discrimination, child abuse, bullying, drug-induced hallucinations, torture, and graphic violence. In contrast, the ESRB rating provides even more specific details, including scenes of gore, violence, and ritualistic practices.
The game has already received ratings in South Korea and Japan, with warnings stating that it is not suitable for minors. With these developments, Silent Hill f’s release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S appears to be nearing. The release window remains unknown, but the current trend suggests a possible near-future launch.
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