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Silent Hill 2 Characters Turn Into Creepy Machiboke “Still Waiting For You” Figures

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Four miniature sitting Silent Hill Machiboke figures arranged in a row against a textured dark backdrop.

Just when you thought Silent Hill could not get any more unsettling, Bandai Namco has found a way to bring its psychological horror into your living room in miniature form. Pre-orders are now open for a brand new capsule figure collection featuring some of the franchise’s most iconic and unnerving characters. If you are a horror gaming fan looking to add something genuinely eerie to your collection, here is everything confirmed so far.

What Is the Silent Hill “Still Waiting For You” Collection?

Bandai Namco Gashapon Online has opened pre-orders for a new capsule toy collection titled “Still Waiting for You,” featuring characters pulled from both the Silent Hill 2 remake and the Silent Hill f spin-off. This is a Gashapon, or capsule toy, release, meaning the figures come in a blind capsule format rather than as individually selected pieces.

Which Characters Are Included in the Set?

Promotional lineup showing the front and back views of Bandai Namco's Silent Hill Machiboke capsule figures including James Sunderland and Pyramid Head.
Credit: Konami / Bandai Namco

According to Siliconera, the collection includes sitting figures of the following characters:

  • James Sunderland
  • Pyramid Head
  • Hinako Shimizu
  • Fox Mask

This mix pulls directly from two different corners of the franchise, blending James Sunderland and Pyramid Head from the Silent Hill 2 remake with Hinako Shimizu and Fox Mask representing Silent Hill f, giving fans of both titles something to chase.

When Does the Silent Hill Figure Collection Release?

The “Still Waiting for You” capsule figures are scheduled to ship in Japan in September 2026, with a global release expected to follow afterward. If you are outside Japan, this means availability may take a little longer to reach your region, so it is worth keeping an eye on import retailers if you want to secure a set early.

For reference, retailer listings tied to this collection currently show an expected launch window of September 15 to September 30, 2026, though it is worth noting that pre-order listings also flag a high chance of release delay, which is fairly common with capsule toy collections of this scale.

How Does the Gashapon Format Work?

Since this is a capsule toy release rather than a standard figure set, here are a few key things to understand before pre-ordering:

  1. Figures are distributed randomly inside capsules, meaning buyers do not get to choose which character they receive per pull.
  2. Full sets are available for those who want to guarantee all four characters without relying on random pulls.
  3. Capsule shells may not be included in your shipment if they are not considered part of the core product design.
  4. Leaflets or mini booklets included with full sets may not always match the total number of figures in that set.

Why Is Silent Hill Drawing Comparisons to a New Horror Film?

Beyond the merchandise news, Silent Hill’s influence is also being recognized in cinema right now. According to Screen Rant, director Damien McCarthy’s new horror film Hokum is being described as functioning like an unofficial Silent Hill adaptation. The comparison comes down to shared storytelling techniques, since Hokum leans into psychological trauma, environmental puzzles, and a haunting hotel setting rather than relying on traditional monster designs, which mirrors the atmosphere Silent Hill has long been known for.

This stands in contrast to another major horror game adaptation currently in the works. Director Zach Cregger’s upcoming Resident Evil film takes a different approach entirely, focusing on adapting survival gameplay mechanics rather than psychological atmosphere. That film is currently scheduled for a theatrical release on September 18, 2026.

Quick Comparison: Hokum vs the Upcoming Resident Evil Film

FilmApproachRelease Date
HokumPsychological trauma, environmental puzzles, atmosphere drivenAlready released
Resident EvilSurvival gameplay mechanics focusedSeptember 18, 2026

Key Takeaways

  • Bandai Namco Gashapon Online has opened pre-orders for the “Still Waiting for You” Silent Hill capsule figure collection.
  • Four figures are included: James Sunderland, Pyramid Head, Hinako Shimizu, and Fox Mask.
  • The set draws from both Silent Hill 2 remake and Silent Hill f.
  • Shipping in Japan is expected in September 2026, with a global release to follow.
  • Director Damien McCarthy’s film Hokum is being compared to an unofficial Silent Hill adaptation due to its psychological horror approach.
  • Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil film takes a different, gameplay focused approach and is set for a September 18, 2026 theatrical release.

Whether you are drawn in by James Sunderland’s haunting presence or you simply cannot resist adding Pyramid Head to your shelf, this collection gives Silent Hill fans a genuinely creepy way to bring the franchise’s atmosphere home. Keep an eye on official Bandai Namco channels for confirmation on pricing and availability once the global release window approaches.

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