To this day, Ryukishi07 remains captivated and perplexed by the enigmatic nature of the opposite sex.
In the upcoming Silent Hill f, developers have unveiled a radical reimagining of the iconic franchise. The narrative shifts to an entirely new setting, with the script penned by Ryukishi07—the acclaimed creator of the “When They Cry” (Higurashi no Naku Koro ni) series.
In a recent conversation with GamesRadar+, the writer reflected on the pivotal role women play in Japanese horror, noting that their ability to unsettle the audience is a mark of narrative strength:
[…] In my estimation, the horror audience is predominantly male, and through a masculine lens, the opposite sex can trigger a vast spectrum of conflicting reactions—ranging from deep affection to visceral terror. I believe this is why women frequently serve as the focal point or central theme in Japanese horror: the complex emotions their presence evokes become the catalyst for profound and layered drama.
As it turns out, Ryukishi07 admits that he himself finds women somewhat intimidating:
For me personally, women represent a demographic that I deeply respect, adore, befriended, and fear. They are a presence by which I am simultaneously fascinated and frightened. I have written many stories that fall within the horror genre, but I don’t think I could have completed a single one of them if women did not exist.
The scenario writer confesses that he has never truly understood women, and he is convinced that no one can ever fully bridge the gap between the sexes:
None of us will ever truly comprehend the opposite sex. To claim otherwise is the height of arrogance. We must revere, respect, and love one another, while accepting that a fundamental level of misunderstanding will always exist. For me, exploring female-centric themes is the ultimate act of homage I can pay to them.
Source: iXBT.games