Silent Hill: Homecoming is a survival horror adventure game, and is the sixth installment in the Silent Hill series, developed by Double Helix Games. The story commences as Alex Shepherd returns to his hometown of Shepherd’s Glen to investigate the sudden disappearance of his brother. Alex will face the most evil of horrors while struggling with his own grip on reality. Alex must unravel the mystery behind the nightmares, discover the truth behind his brother’s disappearance, and confront the evil that has taken hold of his soul. Something new from something old this rebooted the old franchise and the changes are simple yet cutting edge. Numerous references to the roots of the genre and the previous parts don’t get in the way of their efforts to rejuvenate the series. The game scares in a way that seems to tamper with what’s in your head. Players are able to utilize an enhanced combat system and able to perform a number of offensive and defensive maneuvers as they experience every terrifying encounter with the game’s numerous hideous creatures. Players are also required to solve a variety of puzzles as they progress through the highly atmospheric game world, using hints from the environment to unlock Silent Hill’s darkest secrets. Continuing the series’ tradition of standout music and sound design, Silent Hill: Homecoming features it’s own line of original soundtracks. If you’re a fan of the horror genre, this one shouldn’t be missing in your inventory.