Konami Digital Entertainment announced their new working title, Silent Hill 8, for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 video game consoles.

The game is expected to release in the next year, 2011, and will still remain true to the original roots of the franchise. Players will be able to experience the same third-person horror action, with an all-new thought-provoking storyline.

The eight Silent Hill will offer a wealth of new elements in order to provide a deep and psychological horror experience. Players will also be able to complete a variety of side quests that will change depending on their play style.

European Marketing and PR Director for Konami Digital Entertainment, Martin Schneider, said that they are honoring the rich history and strong following of Silent Hill, and working hard to build another unforgettable horror game that the fans truly deserve. He also stated that Silent Hill introduces an all-new storyline and unique evolutions in gameplay, building on innovations and successes from over a decade of true survival horror and terror.

“We are honoring the rich history and strong following of Silent Hill, and working hard to build another unforgettable horror game that the fans truly deserve,” commented Martin Schneider, European Marketing and PR Director for Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH. “Silent Hill introduces an all-new storyline and unique evolutions in gameplay, building on innovations and successes from over a decade of true survival horror and terror.”

The game will be released on the Sony PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 video game consoles next year, 2011.