Silent Hill 2: Where to find the broken key parts to unlock the Dog ending

The Broken Key Parts in Silent Hill 2 allow players to trigger a unique and comical Dog ending. This horror title features several interesting easter eggs, and this is by far one of the most hilarious and mind-bending alternate endings for the title. Bloober Team's effort in creating this masterpiece has not gone unnoticed, and we believe you should follow through on this quest to unlock one of the best endings the game has to offer.

This article will provide players with a detailed brief on where they can find the broken key parts to unlock the Dog ending in Silent Hill 2. To know more, read below.

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Where to find the broken key parts to unlock the Dog ending in Silent Hill 2

The Dog ending in Silent Hill 2 can only be unlocked and experienced in the New Game+ mode. Essentially, players have to complete the original playthrough before they can discover and unlock the numerous alternate endings offered in the game.

To unlock the Dog ending in Silent Hill 2, players must find the two broken key parts. Here's a step-by-step guide to locating both of these parts in the game.

Locating the first broken key part in SH2

Here are the steps to locate and access the first broken key part for unlocking the alternate ending:

• Launch New Game+ mode and start a new playthrough.
• Defeat the first enemy that you encounter
• After doing so, head for Big Jays in the area.
• Cross this location and proceed north. You will find The Pet Center.
• Here, head to the small room in the back. You will find one of the broken key parts placed on a table.
• Interact with this item and stow it in your inventory.

Finding the first broken key in Silent Hill 2 (Image via Konami)

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Locating the second broken key part in SH2

With the first part secured, let's take a deeper look into how you can get your hands on the second broken key for the Dog ending in SH2:

• Proceed to meet Maria according to the storyline and pass through West South Vale via Jacks Inn.
• Head towards Katz Street.
• Head west from here. Keep your focus towards the north and locate the house which has a bone etched into a wooden gate. This is our desired point of interest.
• Head into this house. Go to the backyard and locate the dog house.

Here, you will find the second broken key part. Interact with it to stow it in your inventory.

Dog Key (Image via Konami)

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Triggering the Dog ending in Silent Hill 2

With both broken key parts in your possession, you can now combine them to form the Dog Key. Now, follow these steps to achieve the alternate ending:

1. Go to the Lakeview Hotel
2. Reach Room 312. Unlock it to get access to the 'Observation Room' next door.

Upon following these steps you will successfully Trigger the Dog ending in Silent Hill 2.

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That's all there is to know about unlocking the Silent Hill 2 Dog ending. For more related news and guides, stay tuned to Sportskeeda's Esports & Gaming section.

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