If theres anything the upcoming Silent Hill 2 remake confirms it is that, while it still has a devout fanbase whod defend it endlessly and tirelessly, the original has lackluster combat. Taking a pipe and repeatedly smacking an enemy in an attempt to interrupt their attacks and then stepping on them to put them down can only be so entertaining after all, and though melee is serviceable in Silent Hill 2s one-on-one encounters it is largely sustained by the sequels terrific all-around sound design.