The End

Congratulations on beating Silent Hill 3! This guide covers the Normal ending, unlockables, and tips for achieving other endings and better rankings.

Alright, you made it! You've beaten Silent Hill 3. Go ahead and enjoy that ending cutscene – it'll be the Normal ending your first time through. If you're curious about the other endings, definitely check out the 'Endings' section of the full FAQ. After the credits roll, you'll see your ranking and find out what extra goodies you've unlocked. For the full scoop on all that extra content and how to get a top-tier rank, peek at the 'Unlockables and Secrets' and '10-Star Ranking Guide' sections.

If you're looking to replay the game quickly or just want the bare-bones instructions for another run, the Speed Walkthrough section is a great reference. Just keep in mind that boss strategies there are super brief, and most regular enemies won't even be mentioned. You'll need to keep yourself stocked on ammo and health. Consider using 'Bullet Adjust' if you want more ammo from pickups, and don't feel obligated to grab every weapon if you don't plan on using it.

While maps aren't strictly necessary for a speedrun, they're listed as optional pickups in that section if you want them, because let's be honest, it's easy to get turned around sometimes. Save points aren't covered in the speedrun, so you'll have to find those on your own – the 'Save Point Locations' section has you covered there.

Quick tip: grabbing extra weapons can boost your ranking, especially if you're doing an 'Extra New Game'. Speaking of which, 'Extra New Game' skips the opening nightmare sequence, which really cuts down your playtime. Oh, and remember that cutscenes don't count towards your time, but it's probably best to skip them anyway to stay focused.