Hollow Knight: Silksong Officially Releases September 4 After 7 Years of Development
The long-awaited news for fans has finally arrived: Hollow Knight: Silksong is announced to release on September 4 after a development process that took about seven years.
The announcement was accompanied by a new gameplay trailer from the indie developer Team Cherry, which immediately sparked excitement within the community.
The Long-Awaited Sequel
Silksong is the sequel to Hollow Knight, an indie title that received widespread acclaim and became one of the best-selling games in 2017. First announced in 2019, the project went through a long silent period, causing many fans to feel anxious and curious. Now, Team Cherry has finally broken the silence with a release date and gameplay footage showing many new things.
What’s New in Silksong?
Unlike the first game, in Silksong players will take on the role of Hornet, a character who previously appeared in the series. Some exciting features promised by this game:
- More than 40 new bosses to conquer.
- New enemies and areas designed full of surprises.
- Exploration of a haunted kingdom filled with secrets and challenges.
Platforms and Services at Launch
Team Cherry announced that Hollow Knight: Silksong will be available on various platforms, including:
- PlayStation 4 & PlayStation 5
- Nintendo Switch & Nintendo Switch 2
- Xbox Series S & X
- PC
Additionally, the game will also be included in Xbox Game Pass on launch day, allowing subscribers of that service to play it immediately at no extra cost on day one.