Collectibles Overview
Silent Hill F features 93 total collectibles spread across 14 areas with no backtracking possible. This comprehensive guide covers all collectible types and their exact locations.
Collectible Types Breakdown
- 17 Hidden Omamoris - Equippable upgrades (some New Game+ only)
- 22 Character Upgrades (Ema) - Wooden plaques for shrine upgrades
- 6 Inventory Upgrades - Increase inventory capacity
- 37 Trophy-Relevant Documents - Story and lore documents
- 11 Inari-sama Doors and Boxes - New Game+ exclusive content
Important Collection Notes
⚠️ Critical Information
- No Backtracking: Once you leave an area, you cannot return
- Multiple Playthroughs Required: Some collectibles only appear in New Game+ or New Game+2
- Inari-sama Content: Requires the Brooch from New Game+ to access
- Trophy Requirements: Multiple trophies depend on collecting specific items
Detailed Collectible Guide
Hidden Omamoris (17 Total)
Trophy: "Omamori Sage" - Collect all Hidden Omamoris
Hidden Omamoris are equippable upgrades that provide various benefits. Some only appear in New Game+ and are replaced with offerings in subsequent playthroughs.
Omamori Collection Tips:
- Check all optional areas and hidden corners
- Some require specific story progression to access
- New Game+ introduces additional locations
- Equip multiple Omamoris for stacked effects
For detailed Omamori locations, see our dedicated Omamori Locations Guide.
Character Upgrades - Ema (22 Total)
Trophy: "Close to the Sun" - Use 18 Character Upgrades at Hokora Shrines
Ema are wooden plaques used at Hokora Shrines to permanently upgrade your character stats. Available across all three playthrough modes.
Upgrade Categories:
- Stamina Upgrades: Increase running and action stamina
- Sanity Upgrades: Improve mental resistance
- Health Upgrades: Increase maximum health
- Omamori Slots: Allow equipping more Omamoris
Distribution by Playthrough:
- New Game: Base set of Ema available
- New Game+: Additional Ema become accessible
- New Game+2: Final set of upgrade plaques
Inventory Upgrades (6 Total)
Trophy: "Fervent Collector" - Find all Inventory Upgrades
Each Inventory Upgrade increases your carrying capacity by 1 slot. Essential for managing the large number of items and collectibles.
Upgrade Locations:
- Distributed across New Game and New Game+ modes
- Often hidden in optional areas or behind puzzles
- Total inventory can reach significant capacity with all upgrades
Documents (37 Total)
Multiple Trophies: Including "The Truth about the Tsuneki Family"
Trophy-relevant documents provide crucial story information and lore. Some documents appear across multiple playthroughs with different availability.
Document Categories:
- Story Documents: Main narrative revelations
- Character Background: Personal histories and motivations
- World Lore: Silent Hill and local area information
- Research Notes: Scientific and supernatural findings
Collection Strategy:
- Thoroughly search all areas before progressing
- Check desks, tables, and filing systems
- Some documents unlock after story events
- Cross-reference with trophy requirements
Inari-sama Doors and Boxes (11 Total)
Trophy: "Inari-sama's Secrets" - Open all Inari-sama content
Requirement: Brooch (obtained in New Game+)
Special locked content that can only be accessed in New Game+ mode using the Inari-sama Brooch. Contains a mix of Hidden Omamoris, Character Upgrades, and exclusive documents.
Contents Include:
- Exclusive Documents: New Game+ only story content
- Hidden Omamoris: Powerful upgrades not available elsewhere
- Character Upgrades: Additional Ema for shrine upgrades
- Special Items: Unique collectibles and story elements
Access Requirements:
- Must be in New Game+ mode or higher
- Inari-sama Brooch must be obtained first
- Look for fox shrine symbols and locked containers
- Some require specific story progression
Area-by-Area Collection Guide
Silent Hill F is structured across 14 distinct areas. Since backtracking is impossible, it's crucial to collect everything before moving forward.
🚨 Collection Strategy
Before leaving each area, double-check for:
- All accessible rooms and optional paths
- Items behind puzzles or locked doors
- Documents on desks, shelves, and floors
- Inari-sama markers (if in New Game+)
- Hidden Omamoris in corners and secret spots
General Collection Tips by Area:
- Early Areas: Focus on Inventory Upgrades and basic Ema
- Mid-Game: Most Documents and Hidden Omamoris appear here
- Late Areas: Final Inventory Upgrades and story-critical documents
- New Game+ Areas: All Inari-sama content becomes available
Related Trophy Requirements
"Omamori Sage"
Collect all 17 Hidden Omamoris across all playthroughs
"Close to the Sun"
Use 18 Character Upgrades (Ema) at Hokora Shrines
"Fervent Collector"
Find all 6 Inventory Upgrades
"The Truth about the Tsuneki Family"
Collect specific story documents
"Inari-sama's Secrets"
Open all 11 Inari-sama Doors and Boxes (New Game+ required)
100% Completion Checklist
New Game Requirements:
- □ Collect base Hidden Omamoris (subset of 17)
- □ Find initial Character Upgrades (subset of 22)
- □ Obtain early Inventory Upgrades
- □ Gather first-playthrough Documents
New Game+ Requirements:
- □ Obtain Inari-sama Brooch
- □ Open all 11 Inari-sama Doors and Boxes
- □ Collect remaining Hidden Omamoris
- □ Find additional Character Upgrades
- □ Complete Document collection
New Game+2 Requirements:
- □ Final Character Upgrades (if any)
- □ Complete any remaining collectibles
- □ Verify all trophies unlocked
Expert Collection Tips
- Save Frequently: Before entering new areas, save to avoid missing collectibles
- Explore Thoroughly: Check every room, including optional areas and side paths
- Read Everything: Documents often provide hints about other collectible locations
- Plan Multiple Runs: Some items are playthrough-exclusive, requiring 2-3 complete runs
- Use Omamori Slots: Upgrade slots early to equip more beneficial Omamoris
- Track Progress: Keep notes on what you've collected in each area
- New Game+ Priority: Focus on Inari-sama content and unique items first