Silver Pines earns strong reviews ahead of PS5, PC launch

Silver Pines, developed by Wych Elm Games and published by Team17, has received strong reviews before its Oct. 8 launch for PlayStation 5 and PC.

The game has an 87 out of 100 Top Critic Average on OpenCritic and a 91 out of 100 score on Metacritic. Scores may change as more reviews are published.

Silver Pines combines 2D Metroidvania gameplay with survival horror. Players explore a mysterious town, find new areas and uncover information about its past through exploration and story progression.

Critics have highlighted the game’s mystery, which draws on the style of Twin Peaks, and its similarities to psychological horror games such as Silent Hill. Reviews have also focused on its eerie atmosphere and gradual story development.

The game uses 3D and 2D visual elements to present its characters. Their stark shapes and limited colors create figures that resemble people while keeping the town’s presentation unsettling.

Reviews have also praised the pacing of the story and exploration. Players investigate the town, follow clues and discover its secrets as they progress through its dense environments.

Silver Pines will be released on Oct. 8, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and PC.