A college student put on a free, stage adaptation of Silent Hill 2 'to make a truly frightening theatrical experience' all without an appearance by Pyramid Head

Silent Hill 2 has finally gotten a remake after 23 years, but the PS2 original remains an elusive thing, best experienced on original hardware and CRT displays. Virginia Commonwealth University student Niko Wilkins, meanwhile, has created an even more ephemeral version of the classic psychological horror story: "Our Special Place," a non-profit stage adaptation that unsettled audiences for a three-night limited run in September.

"The goal of the show was to create an immersive experience...