Silent Hill 2 Remake Confirms One Of The Game's Biggest Fan Theories
The remake includes a detail that is so easy to miss but confirms a theory that is as old as the game itself. The remake made a lot of changes that also honored the original game, including subtle references that veteran players will immediately recognize. This detail has become a huge breakthrough in the following and confirms a fan theory that deepens the game's story in an already rich and immersive narrative.
[Warning: Major spoilers for Silent Hill 2.]
The remake, developed by Bloober Team, presents a lot of dedication to respecting and enhancing the original game's legacy. With details like the new Glimpses of the Past feature and other subtle references to the game's history and iconic Easter eggs, the commitment towards pleasing fans of the original is clear. The decision to include a minor, yet impactful detail like this is a huge ordeal for the fanbase, confirming a long-present theory.
Dedicated fans were quick to find that, at the very beginning of the game, there is a blanket covering a body in the backseat of James' car. This ties back to a theory stemming from the original game that James had Mary's body in his car the entire time. It is difficult to see while just peering through the window due to their tint, but those who are able to clip through the car itself get a better view. Reddit user bluehooves started a thread with an image of the blanket-covered body, originally posted to X (formerly Twitter) by Steven_VP1.
An Easter egg discovered in Silent Hill 2 Remake shows that Bloober Team understand what the stakes are, and has a sense of humor about it.
The big plot twist of is that James is the one who killed Mary, not her sickness. With this detail in the remake, the theory is now confirmed that James kept her body and brought her along with him. This implies a lot about James' journey and why he is in Silent Hill, coming to terms with his actions and the judgment that presents. The devastating story from the original is strengthened not only
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