Silent Hill 3 is impressive and absorbing. Like the first two, it's very scary, and the graphics are technically outstanding for the ps2, with some great effects and designs. The soundtrack is wonderful, with some of the best music in video games. The story is gripping and at times emotional. The gameplay is intense with a higher level of challenge and some great bosses. The characters are good, especially the hammy Vincent. Lots of options give the game replay value, and there's tons of difficulties. However, the game is too linear and short, with a dumb ending, and not much happens during the first third of the story. Also, the gameplay can be more frustrating than in the first two, and in general I like it's style a bit less.