SILENT HILL f Case Study

Konami

360° Launch Campaign

THE CHALLENGE

While the SILENT HILL franchise is iconic, SILENT HILL f presented a unique challenge: introducing a brand-new story, a 1960s Japanese setting, and a distinct “beauty in terror” aesthetic.

This required a campaign that would not only reassure longtime fans of the series’ psychological horror roots but also captivate a new audience by effectively communicating the game’s unique identity and unsettling atmosphere.

THE STRATEGY

To immerse players in this new world, we developed a multi-faceted campaign strategy centered on the concept of a “beautiful, creeping invasion.” We aimed to blend the digital and physical realms, allowing the game’s world to seep into our own.

Our strategy centered on creating unique, shareable experiences that would spark conversation and build a deep sense of atmospheric dread. From a digital campaign where the game’s iconic flora “infested” the ad space, to a massive real-world takeover of Little Tokyo, we created moments that would haunt players long after the campaign concluded.

LITTLE TOKYO TAKEOVER

Little Tokyo’s largest brand takeover. Ever.

For four weeks, we transformed the Los Angeles district into a living teaser for the game. This unforgettable activation solidified SILENT HILL f’s place in the real world, generating massive social buzz and creating a deeply personal connection with fans.

"Beauty in Terror" AV Campaign

Statics, immersive display units, and video cutdowns comprise our digital campaign that cultivated an atmosphere of beautiful horror, driving pre-sales and building anticipation for the game’s release.

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Strategizing Horror Fans

On the media side, we didn’t just target gamers; we targeted the entire horror culture—across film, anime, and streaming. Our strategy reached them in North America and LATAM, dominating mindshare and interest across all screens.

To amplify the experience beyond the streets of Little Tokyo, our media approach mirrored the event’s spirit—multi-sensory, local, and unforgettable.

We designed a layered plan that reached fans wherever they were—on their commute, in their cars, and across their feeds. From station takeovers to local radio ads, every touchpoint pulled audiences deeper into the world of Ebisugaoka.

THE RESULTS

This unprecedented real-world engagement directly translated into commercial success. The immense hype generated by these launch efforts helped propel SILENT HILL f to sales of over a million units worldwide in its first seven days and setting a new standard for immersive marketing for the franchise.