Silent Hill: Veiled Origins

Silent Hill: Veiled Origins is a third-person psychological survival horror game set in the year 2008, and serves as a sequel/spin-off to the Silent Hill series. Players control the three siblings: Emily, James, and Daniel, as they navigate the eerie and nightmarish town of Silent Hill in search of their missing mother. Each character has their unique abilities, strengths, and weaknesses, adding depth to the gameplay experience.
The game incorporates elements of exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat. Players must explore the haunting environments of Silent Hill, unraveling its dark secrets and overcoming various grotesque creatures and manifestations of psychological torment. Combat is tense and strategic, emphasizing resource management and quick decision-making.
== Plot ==
As the siblings search for their missing mother, they stumble upon a cult known as the Veiled Order, conducting a ritual to revive a deity they worship. Unbeknownst to them, their mother is intricately tied to the cult's plans. The siblings gradually discover that Silent Hill is not just a town plagued by supernatural horrors but a place of great power and significance.
== Characters ==
Main Characters:
# Emily Hawthorne (17 years old): The oldest sibling, Emily is a determined and resourceful young woman who takes on the role of the protector for her brothers. She possesses excellent problem-solving skills and physical agility.
# James Hawthorne (16 years old): James is Emily's younger brother. He is a quick thinker and has an inquisitive nature. Although he lacks physical strength, he compensates with his intelligence and knack for deciphering complex puzzles.
# Daniel Hawthorne (15 years old): The youngest sibling, Daniel is on the autism spectrum (PDD) but possesses remarkable intelligence. He sees the world through a different lens and notices details that others might miss. However, he is also prone to meltdowns when overwhelmed, requiring the player to find a safe place for him to calm down.
Side Characters:
# Dr. Sarah Bennett: A psychiatrist who has knowledge of the occult and Silent Hill's dark history. She assists the siblings in their search for their mother and provides guidance throughout the game.
# Marcus Holden: A mysterious local who offers cryptic advice and serves as a guide to the siblings, revealing fragments of the town's secrets.
# Mary Hawthorne: The siblings' missing mother, who serves as a focal point of the storyline. Her whereabouts become the driving force behind their journey.
== Autistic Meltdowns and Calming Mechanism: ==
Daniel's autism spectrum disorder (PDD) manifests in the game as episodes of overwhelming sensory overload, leading to autistic meltdowns. During these moments, the player must guide Noah to find a safe space to calm down, providing an opportunity for introspection and character development.
== Endings ==
The game offers both Good and Bad endings, depending on the player's choices and actions throughout the game. The Good ending involves the siblings saving their mother and escaping Silent Hill, bringing closure to their family. The Bad ending sees the siblings succumbing to the darkness of the town, with their mother's fate sealed within Silent Hill.
== Unlockable Content ==
Completing the game unlocks additional content, including:
# Costumes: Unlockable costumes for the main characters, providing cosmetic changes and sometimes unique abilities.
# Concept Art: Unlockable concept art that showcases the development of the game's environments, characters, and creatures.
# Developer Commentary: Access to developer commentary, providing insights into the game's creation and design choices.
== Voice Cast ==
English voice cast:
Emily Hawthorne voiced by Tara Strong
James Hawthorne voiced by Johnny Yong Bosch
Daniel Hawthorne voiced by TBA
Dr. Sarah Bennett voiced by Jennifer Hale
Marcus Holden voiced by TBA
Mary Hawthorne voiced by Susanne Blakeslee
Category:Silent Hill
Category:Survival horror video games
Category:Survival horror game
Category:Psychological horror game
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