Silence: The Whispered World 2

Silence: The Whispered World 2 is the former name of Silence, Daedalic Entertainment's story-rich PC point-and-click adventure. The current Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG listings use the shorter name, while the subtitle remains important for players searching for the sequel to The Whispered World.

A cinematic point-and-click adventure

Silence follows Noah and his younger sister Renie as they seek shelter during an air raid and become connected to Silence, a world positioned between life and death. Renie disappears into this strange realm, leaving Noah to search for her while a larger conflict threatens its inhabitants.

The core loop combines exploration, environmental observation, character conversations, and inventory-based puzzle solving. You move through handcrafted locations, inspect points of interest, collect useful objects, and combine clues to open new paths.

This is a focused single-player adventure rather than an open-world game. Its progression is chapter-based and story-led, with puzzles placed inside carefully staged scenes instead of a large network of optional systems.

Puzzles, perspective, and world design

Silence uses the familiar point-and-click adventure vocabulary, but its presentation is more cinematic than a traditional 2D adventure. The game combines three-dimensional characters with richly illustrated two-dimensional backgrounds, creating a storybook look with a stronger sense of depth.

Puzzles usually depend on context, dialogue, item use, or understanding how a location works. The game expects players to examine their surroundings and follow character reactions rather than solve combat encounters or manage statistics.

A distinctive part of the design is the use of multiple playable characters. Switching between them changes how scenes are approached and helps the narrative present the same world from different viewpoints.

Spot, the magical caterpillar from The Whispered World, also returns as an important companion. His unusual abilities are tied to several interactions and give the puzzle design a recognizable connection to the earlier game.

Noah, Renie, and the world of Silence

The emotional center is the relationship between Noah and Renie. Their search is personal, but the siblings become involved in the fate of a realm damaged by war, fear, and creatures that prey on its vulnerable settlements.

Silence balances serene landscapes with darker story material. Its world can look calm and inviting one moment, then reveal danger, grief, or political tension beneath the surface.

The narrative also brings back connections to The Whispered World without requiring the player to treat Silence as a conventional action sequel. New players can follow the central story, while returning players will recognize the broader setting and familiar elements.

What is included on PC?

The main purchase is a complete single-player adventure. There is no free-to-play structure, seasonal progression, or gameplay-focused expansion model attached to the base experience.

Storefront listings separate the game from the Silence Artbook and Silence Soundtrack. These extras are bonus content rather than additional chapters, characters, or playable campaigns.

Players looking for more Daedalic-style puzzle adventures can also compare its classic conversation-and-inventory structure with story-driven point-and-click mysteries such as Thimbleweed Park, although Silence is more cinematic and less focused on branching investigation.

PC features, controller support, and localization

Silence is available for PC through Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG under the current title Silence. The GOG edition is presented as DRM-free and supports offline installation, while Steam adds platform features such as Steam Cloud, achievements, trading cards, and Family Sharing.

The PC versions support both mouse input and gamepad control. A controller works well for relaxed exploration, while mouse input remains natural for inspecting objects and selecting interactive areas.

Language support is broader than the original subtitle suggests. The listed text languages include English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Polish, and Greek.

Full voice audio is available in English, German, Simplified Chinese, and Polish, with subtitles and interface text covering the wider localization set. The game is single-player only, with no co-op, split-screen, or competitive mode.

Who should play Silence?

Silence suits PC players who want a visually directed adventure with story-first pacing, expressive characters, and puzzles that support the narrative rather than interrupt it. It is particularly appealing to fans of Daedalic's adventure catalogue and modernized versions of classic point-and-click design.

It is less suitable for players expecting combat, open-world exploration, extensive branching choices, or a long-term progression system. The experience is built around completing a curated story, not replaying procedural levels or developing a character build.

The best way to approach it is as a compact fantasy tale with a serious wartime backdrop, gentle exploration, and occasional absurdity. The visual contrast between peaceful scenery and dangerous events is one of its defining qualities.

Silence FAQ

Is Silence: The Whispered World 2 the same game as Silence?

Yes. Silence: The Whispered World 2 was the earlier announced name, while the current PC storefront title is simply Silence. It is the sequel to The Whispered World.

Do I need to play The Whispered World first?

No. Silence is designed to follow Noah and Renie's story on its own. Playing The Whispered World first can provide extra context about the setting and returning elements, but it is not required to understand the main adventure.

Is Silence multiplayer or co-op?

No. Silence is a single-player adventure with no online multiplayer, local co-op, or split-screen mode. All character switching and puzzle interaction are handled by one player.

Does Silence support a controller on PC?

Yes. The PC listing identifies gamepad support alongside mouse controls. Controller play is suitable for movement and scene navigation, while mouse input offers the most direct point-and-click interaction.

What languages and voice options does Silence have?

The game provides a wide set of interface and subtitle languages, including English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Polish, and Greek. Full audio is listed for English, German, Simplified Chinese, and Polish.