The Silent Hill franchise barely needs an introduction, for the videogame franchise has become a byword for perfection in the survival horror genre. The long list of games has stretched over varied consoles over the years, and continues to bring revolutionary and genuinely spine -chilling gameplay to our screens. This pattern continues with the latest production for the PSP and PSP Go!- Silent Hill: Shattered Memories.

This title is actually a copy of the Wii version released in 2009, and the transfer to the small screen has been impressively successful. The formula for Silent Hill: Shattered Memories is recognisable but welcome; you’re Harry Mason, who awakens following a crash to find his daughter lost within Silent Hill. This deserted area ranges from forboding creepiness to complete terror as its horrific inhabitants begin to reveal themselves, and the PSP’s graphical edge doesn’t disappoint.

Some interesting and innovative gaming features are employed in Silent Hill: Shattered Memories. Initially, the much discussed ‘running’ sequences from the Wii version are carried through. These find Harry defenceless and therefore solely able to flee from his pursuers, and therefore you engage in a very terrifying interactive scene as you attempt to flee from those nipping at your heels.

Next, as gamers advance through the story, the gameplay is interspersed with scenes involving Harry talking about life with a psychologist. This individual will ask general questions concerning life, his attitude to ladies etc. The responses you decide on will actually impact on the varied places you visit and the characters/enemies you face. This evidently opens Silent Hill: Shattered Memories up for several playthroughs to determine everything.

This title unquestionably continues the long line of impressive offerings from the Silent Hill franchise; fusing the tried and tested formula with fresh and innovative gameplay aspects. If you’re a enthusiast of the notoriously creepy survival horror, then Silent Hill: Shattered Memories should be a clear choice!