Silent Hill f, launching on September 25, focuses on melee combat and features dodge and counter-attack systems. Based on this, many opinions were raised before the release asking if Silent Hill f is a 'Soulslike,' but Konami developers emphasized that it is an action-horror game, not a Soulslike.

The relevant details can be found in an IGN interview published on August 23. In the interview, Konami producer Motoi Okamoto stated that while some combat systems might be similar to Soulslikes, this game is not a Soulslike, and it incorporates various combat elements that existed in the existing Silent Hill series into this title.

He explained, "The term 'Soulslike' is something I see often on the internet lately, but to be honest, it's an inaccurate expression. Players these days conclude it's a 'Soulslike' if there is a stamina gauge and dodging," adding, "To be honest, these elements were taken from the Silent Hill series."

For instance, Silent Hill f has a 'Focus Mode' that increases counter-attack timing and charges powerful attacks. Regarding this, producer Okamoto emphasized, "Silent Hill 4 also had a charge gauge similar to the Focus Mode." He added that Silent Hill 3 also had a stamina gauge.

The point he wants to convey is that the aforementioned elements are not exclusive to Soulslikes. He stated, "These things are not only in Soulslike games; they have been part of action-horror games for a long time. Yet, if these elements are present, it is called a Soulslike." Finally, he emphasized that Silent Hill f is an action-horror game and not a Soulslike.

Silent Hill f is set in 1960s Japan and follows the journey of Hinako Shimizu, a high school girl exploring a town shrouded in fog. As previously mentioned, this title features combat specialized for melee. All obtainable weapons are for close range, and players are required to grasp the enemy's movements to dodge or attack. The developers stated that the reason for introducing this combat is to include the joy of action that was not dealt with well before and to secure users who prefer action games.

The game will be released on September 25 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, and supports Korean subtitles.