Silent Hill f: Australian Classification Board Reverses Ban, Review Underway

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  • Silent Hill f now banned in Australia as the game is “Refused Classification”.
  • This may be due to the depictions of themes based on the cultures of the game’s setting.
  • Previously, Silent Hill: Homecoming also faced a similar ban but later saw a censored version cleared for release.

Update 24th March: The Australian Classification Board has retracted the initial classification and removed it from the official page. The board will re-review the game, with results expected before the launch of Silent Hill f.

Original Story: Silent Hill promises a new era for the franchise following the major success of the second entry’s remake. The Japanese setting may not be the only significant change with the new entry, as the game ditches firearms in favour of melee weapons, as per the ERSB ratings.

The first trailer already hints at a gruesome and brutal experience in Silent Hill f. However, the content may yet exceed the community standards, as we found the game banned in Australia.

Why it matters: Australia has a long history of banning video games that don’t meet their community standards over minor factors. Silent Hill f joins this catalogue and will be yet another game unavailable to Australian audiences.

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Silent Hill f Refused Classification By The Australian Classification Board

Under the official classification website of the Australian Classification Board, Silent Hill f was refused classification. This refusal means a ban for the game due to content outside generally accepted community standards.

Nevertheless, the board has refused to disclose why it banned the game.

Still, if there’s any implication, it might be due to the game’s controversial depictions. The game’s official website already includes a content warning for certain themes.

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Silent Hill f Official Website Stating Content Warning

The developers previously mentioned their intent to accurately encapsulate the essence of the game’s 1960s Japan setting, even if that comes with controversial depictions.

Silent Hill f will likely feature a censored release in Australia if Konami doesn’t want to miss out on a chunk of sales. 2008’s Silent Hill: Homecoming followed a similar suit after also facing a ban.

What are your thoughts on this situation? What do you expect from the game following such a controversial headstart? Let us know in the comments below or visit the official Tech4Gamers Forums.

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