Fan Project Turns Original Silent Hill Into Full VR Experience

VRified Games is developing a fully playable VR version of the original Silent Hill from 1999. The project converts the PlayStation 1 classic into first-person stereoscopic 3D, adding head-tracking and updated controls while maintaining the original game’s structure. The developer clarified that the project is neither a fan remake nor a port but an experimental adaptation of the original game for virtual reality.

A near-two-minute demonstration video was released on YouTube, showing basic movement, environmental interaction, and camera perspectives. Fans can follow the project’s channel for ongoing updates. No specific release date has been confirmed beyond a tentative “soon-ish.”

The move comes after other horror franchises, including Resident Evil, have already received VR adaptations. The creator said the decision was driven by years of anticipation for a Silent Hill VR project.

"Same, been waiting literally years until I went full Thanos and said, 'Fine, I’ll do it myself,'" — VRified Games

Silent Hill has experienced a revival in recent years. Bloober Team released the Silent Hill 2 remake in 2024, followed by Silent Hill f in 2025. Both titles were met with critical acclaim and reinvigorated interest in the franchise. Konami has also signaled a more structured approach, with series producer Motoi Okamoto suggesting annual releases for the franchise moving forward.

The original Silent Hill has remained untouched in VR until now. The new project will allow players to explore the fog-shrouded town of Silent Hill in first-person for the first time, emphasizing immersive horror and environmental interaction. Stills from the VR demonstration show updated camera angles and head-controlled perspectives that translate flat-screen mechanics into VR gameplay.

The project is one of several fan and official initiatives that coincide with the franchise’s resurgence. A live-action Return to Silent Hill movie is scheduled for release later this month, adding to the series’ growing media presence. VRified Games’ adaptation positions the original Silent Hill as part of this wave, providing a bridge between classic gameplay and modern virtual reality standards.

Fans and observers note that VR horror experiences tend to amplify tension. The original Silent Hill’s reliance on psychological suspense and limited visibility is well-suited to immersive VR. Developers have indicated that they aim to retain the original game’s puzzles, narrative pacing, and atmosphere while implementing controls optimized for head-tracked interaction.

The project has garnered attention from the community, which has remained active in preserving and reinterpreting the franchise. While official remakes and sequels have dominated headlines, fan-driven projects like the VR adaptation highlight ongoing demand for alternate ways to experience the classic games. VRified Games said the intention is to offer a faithful yet enhanced experience rather than redefine the franchise canon.

This initiative underscores a broader trend in gaming, where fans actively adapt older titles to new platforms, often filling gaps left by official releases. For Silent Hill, it marks an opportunity to combine the nostalgia of the 1999 game with contemporary VR capabilities, expanding both the franchise’s audience and the ways in which players engage with its signature horror.

Additionally, Konami has confirmed plans for annual Silent Hill releases, with Silent Hill: Townfall scheduled for March 26, 2026. The strategy follows 2024’s Silent Hill 2 remake and 2025’s Silent Hill f. Bloober Team, NeoBards, and British studio Screen Burn are handling different projects to maintain yearly entries, while additional unannounced works are in development.