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Could Konami’s stranglehold on its beloved series like Metal Gear Solid and Silent Hill finally be loosening? While a shadow of its former self in terms of game development, Konami has nevertheless remained fiercely possessive of its rich catalog of IP, although that may be changing. According to a new report from the reliable Andy Robinson at Video Games Chronicle, Konami is now looking to partner with outside studios to create new entries in franchises like Metal Gear Solid, Silent Hill, and Castlevania. Konami has resisted this approach in the past, but apparently the failure of games like Metal Gear Survive and Contra: Rogue Corps has changed the infamously stubborn company’s mind.

VGC’s report was spurred by the latest speculation about the future of Silent Hill. Over the past months and years, we’ve heard persistent insider reports that Konami’s long-neglected Silent Hill franchise was being revived, with a Sony-developed PS5 exclusive being the most persistent rumor. Recently, Silent Hill composer Akira Yamaoka hinted at a summer reveal for “the one you're hoping to hear about.”