Iconic Horror Designs
Trying to separate the inherent symbolism and emotions for each monster from the core plot is difficult – they represent James’ darkest emotions after all. Even when seeing Pyramid Head in subsequent titles, it’s hard to not think back to his Silent Hill 2 incarnation. The monster designs are just that iconic. Pyramid Head with his giant cleaver and butcher robe; the Abstract Daddy, which is a frame mixed with two bodies in disturbing fashion; the Bubble Head Nurses and their twitching movements; or the Mannequin which is just four legs joined together in a torso – the list goes on. These horrifying designs have endured the test of time and it’s safe to say that very few horror games, even by today’s standards, can compare.
