The blue gem in Silent Hill 2 offers players a way to unlock a different ending in the game. It is a rare item that you can get after completing the initial playthrough. Accessible only through the New Game+ Mode, finding this gem will allow you to explore all the alternate endings offered in this horror title.
That said, this article explains where to find the blue gem in Silent Hill 2 and how to experience an alternate ending to the game.
Locate the blue gem to unlock the UFO ending in Silent Hill 2
As mentioned, you can only gain access to the blue gem through the New Game+ mode in Silent Hill 2. To unlock this game mode, complete the original storyline in its entirety and begin your second playthrough of the game.
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When starting the second playthrough, you must first locate the blue gem and then use it to unlock the elusive UFO ending in Silent Hill 2. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do so:
Steps to locate the blue gem
- Opt into the second playthrough for SH2.
- Begin your journey and head towards the East South Vale.
- You will encounter your first enemy: defeat him, and then head toward Big Jays on Neely Street
- Head north and locate a jewelry store. You will find a police car right beside it. Smash open the window to locate a briefcase on the seat. You will find the blue gem placed in the open briefcase.
- Interact with the item to take it into your possession.
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Find clues to use it
After gaining possession of the gem, follow these cues to locate the clue that will help you use it:
- Go to Groovy Music on the opposite end of the street. Enter the building and head towards the couch placed on the right. In between two display cases, you will find a note.
- The note will provide hints on where to use this item to unlock the alternate ending in SH2.
- As evident from the attached picture, the note indicates that it needs to be used on the rooftop of a building. With the hints of a lake, hotel, and a rooftop considered, our next point of interest will be the rooftop on Saul Street Apartments in East South Vale.
Final steps
- After following the above steps, proceed to the Saul Street Apartments and interact with the blue gem.
- Then, go to Rosewater Park. Proceed towards the spot where you meet Maria. You will hear alien sounds as you approach the water.
- Interact with the blue gem once again. It will provide you with an accurate location to opt for the alternate Silent Hill 2 ending.
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