To celebrate Silent Hill: Townfall's release I ranked all my coworkers based on whether I think they could actually survive the horrors of St Amelia
A PC Gamer editor humorously ranked coworkers by their perceived ability to survive the horrors of *Silent Hill: Townfall*, blending subjective assessments with horror game experience.
The article humorously evaluates whether PC Gamer staff could survive the events of *Silent Hill: Townfall*, a newly released horror game. The author acknowledges that while puzzles might be manageable, the escalating monster difficulty could prove challenging for some. The ranking was based partly on prior horror game experience and partly on subjective impressions, with three coworkers deemed too unpredictable to rank.
Three coworkers were placed in a 'Wild card' category due to their unpredictable nature, with one noting they would either 'fly through the game or be unable to get out of the water.' The author expresses confidence that half the team could complete the game, though the monsters' increasing difficulty poses a significant hurdle. The ranking reflects a mix of expertise and speculative judgment.
The author admits that most of the ranking was based on 'vibes' rather than concrete evidence, highlighting the subjective nature of the exercise. They emphasize that even horror enthusiasts might struggle with *Townfall*'s later challenges, despite their familiarity with the genre. The playful tone underscores the difficulty of predicting survival in a horror setting.
The piece serves as a lighthearted celebration of *Silent Hill: Townfall*'s release, blending humor with personal reflections on horror game survival. It also briefly mentions the author's background in gaming journalism and their affinity for horror titles, adding context to their perspective.