Silent Hill f Banned in Australia

The upcoming survival horror game, Silent Hill f, has been refused classification in Australia, effectively banning its sale. The decision was made without a publicly stated reason, leaving fans and industry observers speculating.

The game’s Steam page includes a disclaimer about potentially disturbing content. It warns of themes like “gender discrimination, child abuse, bullying, drug-induced hallucinations, torture, and graphic violence.”

Silent Hill f has already garnered attention for its mature themes. It is the first in the series to receive an 18+ rating in Japan. The ESRB description highlights gruesome scenes, noting “faces ripped apart,” “a character burned alive inside a cage,” and “entrails and sinew displayed on serving platters.”

The Australian government’s rating board has been contacted for clarification on the ban. Their website lists the game as ‘RC’ (Refused Classification), advising interested parties to contact them directly for more information.

Previously, Silent Hill: Homecoming was banned in Australia. However, it was later approved for release in a censored form. Whether Silent Hill f will follow a similar path remains to be seen.

This ban is the latest in a series of video game restrictions in Australia. It highlights the country’s strict content classification policies. Only recently, the fighting game Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact was also banned ahead of its launch.

Stay tuned for updates as more information becomes available regarding the reasons behind the Silent Hill f ban and potential avenues for its release in Australia.