Just when you thought your wallet was safe from another gaming collectible attack, Konami and Laced Records have conspired to drain your bank account once again. But honestly? This time you might actually thank them for it.
Akira Yamaoka’s Haunting Soundscapes Return on Wax
The critically acclaimed soundtrack from 2024’s Silent Hill 2 remake is getting the deluxe vinyl treatment, with pre-orders now open for what might be the most nightmare inducing record collection you’ll ever proudly display. Series composer Akira Yamaoka has completely reworked and expanded his iconic score for Bloober Team’s remake, which has already sold over 2 million copies and collected accolades faster than Pyramid Head collects, uh… heads.
Let’s be real: nothing says “sophisticated adult with excellent taste” quite like atmospheric industrial rock and trip-hop blasted from a turntable while your neighbors wonder if they should call someone.
Two Flavors of Fog-Drenched Audio
Collectors have two tempting options to choose from:
The “RIP My Bank Account” Edition
- Limited Edition 6LP Box Set ($155/£125)
- 93 tracks spread across six gorgeous opaque brown + red effect LPs
- 32-page art book featuring liner notes from Yamaoka himself
- Rigid board slipcase with ribbon pull (fancy!)
- Shipping in October 2025 (just in time for Halloween, naturally)
The “I’m Financially Responsible But Still Cool” Edition
- Exclusive Double LP ($42/£36)
- 27 tracks personally sequenced by Akira Yamaoka
- Milky clear heavyweight LPs (like the fog of Silent Hill, but classier)
- Widespined outer sleeve with spot gloss UV finish
- Also shipping in October 2025
Both editions feature artwork by Bloober Team, which is probably less emotionally traumatizing than actual screenshots from the game.
Why This Matters (Besides Looking Cool on Your Shelf)
Yamaoka’s soundtrack for Silent Hill 2 has always been more than just background music, it’s practically its own character in the story. The composer describes revisiting this iconic work as “touching the breath of God,” which is simultaneously the most metal and most poetic thing anyone has ever said about video game music.
The 2024 remake’s soundtrack manages the impossible task of feeling both nostalgic and fresh, much like the game itself. It’s the audio equivalent of meeting your high school crush 20 years later and discovering they’ve somehow gotten even hotter and more interesting.
The Silent Hill 2 Renaissance Continues
Since its release, the Silent Hill 2 remake has been collecting awards like James Sunderland collects disturbing revelations. Recent wins include Outstanding Visual Style at The Steam Awards 2024 and Best Remake Award at the New York Game Awards 2025.
For those who’ve been living under a rock (or trapped in an otherworld), the Silent Hill 2 remake has been praised for faithfully recreating the psychological horror masterpiece that originally haunted PS2 owners back in 2001. The game maintains the soul-crushing existential dread of the original while adding modern graphics that make the horror all too visceral.
Pre-Order Before They Vanish Into the Fog
Pre-orders are available now through Laced Records’ regional stores:
- USA and Canada: www.lacedrecords.com
- Rest of world: www.lacedrecords.co
If you’re still on the fence, remember that limited edition vinyl sets like these tend to disappear faster than the population of Silent Hill, often reappearing later on resale sites at prices that would make even the most jaded horror game protagonist scream.
Whether you’re a longtime fan who knows exactly what really happened in that hotel room, or a newcomer who’s just discovered why fog and static radio noises make veteran gamers break into a cold sweat, these vinyl collections offer a hauntingly beautiful way to experience Yamaoka’s audio masterpiece.
Just maybe don’t listen to it alone at night. We’re not saying it’ll summon anything from your personal psychological hell… but why risk it?
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