5 ways to complete the Silent Hills P.T. Demo

Armed with creepy gauls and what can only be described as a foetus in a sink, the game demo known as PT at this year’s Gamescom is tense at best and outright terrifying at worst. It’s definitely worth trying on PS4, or if you’re of a more nervous disposition then watch some of the reaction videos for some comic value. For those of you who are brave enough to try, the game demo can be tricky but it is doable! If you’re already looking for a guide to completing PT, then you probably already know what the end credits reveal. There was really only one game that PT could be introducing and that is the new Silent Hill game being released under the title Silent Hills. So if you don’t make it to the end, it’s ok the only thing you’ll miss out on are the bragging rights. But you want those, don’t you? Keep reading for our walkthrough of the 5 methods used to finish the Silent Hills demo.

Before carefully selecting one of the completion tactics, it is important to be aware of the requirements. Firstly, you will need to have a microphone plugged into your PlayStation controller. It isn’t crucial whether that’s a microphone or headset, but it needs to be plugged in for the ending. Secondly, the demo will finally close after the clock strikes midnight, so be patient because the timing is crucial. As you play through the numerous loops of the demo, you will know you’ve reached the end as it follows the screen flickering, followed by a yellow or red background with ‘I’ll call later’ or ‘I’m headed there now’ in a variety of languages. The Silent Hills demo solution requires that you trigger 3 laughs, once you activate the first by taking 10 steps, the methods detailed below will explain how to trigger the second laugh. When you crack the puzzle, your controller will vibrate and you must remain still. DO NOTHING, otherwise your attempt will be fruitless. If you freeze, the third laugh will sound shortly after the vibration stops.

Now, lets continue…

Method 1
Once you come to final loop you will hear bells chime and some strange noises just after it, which is known as ‘the haunting. After the noises pass activate an initial laughing sound by taking 10 steps.

You will then need to trigger a second set of laughing, which is done by following the ghost’s noises. There are three possible locations you’ll need to go to, in order to continue. Lisa, the ghost, will be by the radio if the noises start with static and sounds like laughing. If the static is followed by heavy breathing, rather than laughing, you’ll need to head towards the phone. Finally, if you hear sounds that resemble a woman crying, you will need to approach the mirror in the bathroom.

Lisa will try to attack you, so approach the radio, phone or mirror with caution. You will need to examine the item until the haunting finishes and after a few tries the laughter will sound.

Method 2
Having heard the first set of laughter, follow the sound of the haunting. Once again, it must be advised that you do this cautiously. Upon approaching the source, you needn’t inspect it. Try to talk to Lisa instead.

The trigger phrases include, but are not limited to: ‘Hello, Lisa’, ‘Hello?’ and ‘Help me’. Some players find random mutterings will trigger the second laugh, but whether you want to risk wasting time on that, over proper words, is up to you.

Method 3
Upon starting the end loop, head to the digital clock and stay there until it hits 00:00. You’ll then hear the haunting and need to go to the radio and inspect it. As soon as you’ve done that, make your way to the phone and inspect that too. You should now hear the first laugh.

With your microphone plugged in, as instructed earlier, start to make noises. Screaming as if you’re scared may be fun, but you can equally just tap or rattle the mic instead. Following these instructions is fairly simple, but isn’t very time-effective.

Method 4
When you hear the bells at midnight, get to the radio quickly and wait for the sound of moaning. Stay there until the moaning sound passes and is replaced by silence.

Once things go quiet, make your way to the phone fast! You should then hear the first laugh and inspect the phone. Trying not to zoom out, repeatedly shout at the phone to start the second laugh.

Method 5
Instead of examining the source objects or talking to Lisa, some players have found success in pausing the game. After around 5 minutes of paused gameplay the second set of laughter will sound.

After the controller vibration stops, which started with the second sound of laughter, you’ll hear the phone ring. Conquer your fear and answer it, listen to the voice utter ‘you’ve been chosen’ then head down the stairs and exit through the door. You do not want to fall at the last hurdle, so don’t look around or back, just get to the door pronto.

 
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