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Silent Hill f Release: All the Details on Preload, File Size, and System Requirements

An Asian schoolgirl kneels on the ground in a torn uniform, blood seeping from wounds on her back.

Silent Hill f is just around the corner. Here’s when you can preload the survival horror game and how much storage space you’ll need.

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Silent Hill f marks the first brand-new entry in the series in more than a decade. Set in 1960s Japan, the horror adventure breathes new life into the iconic franchise. We’ve gathered all the key info on preload times, file size, and PC system requirements.

Silent Hill f Release: When does the game launch?

Silent Hill f launches worldwide on September 25, 2025, for PlayStation 5 and PC. The game unlocks at midnight in each local time zone. Players who bought the Deluxe Edition can jump in two days earlier, starting September 23, 2025, at 12:00 a.m. local time.

When does Silent Hill f preload begin?

To make sure you’re ready at launch or for early access, Konami is offering a staggered preload schedule for Silent Hill f:

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  • Deluxe Edition: Preload begins September 21, 2025, at 12:00 a.m. local time
  • Standard Edition: Preload begins September 23, 2025, at 12:00 a.m. local time

Preload will be available on PS5, Xbox, and PC (Steam). If you’ve got a slower internet connection, pre-downloading is highly recommended.

How big is the Silent Hill f download?

The download size varies by platform. So far, only the PlayStation version has been confirmed:

  • PlayStation 5: 36.637 GB (Version 01.001.000)

The Xbox version will likely be similar, while the PC build may require more space. Keep in mind that actual download sizes could change at launch, and potential Day One patches are not included in these figures.

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Silent Hill f: PC system requirements

Konami has released the official PC specs for Silent Hill f, which call for modern hardware. To run the game smoothly, you’ll want to meet at least the recommended settings.

Minimum requirements

  • OS: Windows 11 x64
  • Processor: Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1070 Ti or AMD RX 5700
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Storage: 50 GB SSD
  • Sound: Windows-compatible audio device

According to the developers, these specs will get you around 30 FPS at 720p on low settings.

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Recommended requirements

  • OS: Windows 11 x64
  • Processor: Intel Core i7-9700 or AMD Ryzen 5 5500
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA RTX 2080 or AMD RX 6800XT
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Storage: 50 GB SSD
  • Sound: Windows-compatible audio device

With this setup, you can expect a stable 60 FPS at 1080p on high settings.

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Josef is a freelance online journalist and heads the S4G editorial team. He plays anything that captivates him with an engaging story and innovative gameplay mechanics. As the former editor-in-chief of MIXED-news.com, he is also highly experienced in the fields of virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality.