The original Hollow Knight was released in 2017 and quickly became a standout in the Metroidvania genre. The hand-drawn art style and tight platforming controls, combined with light Soulslike elements, satisfying upgrades, and a cryptic story, propelled Hollow Knight to the top of many favorites lists.
Team Cherry, the small team behind Hollow Knight, continued to work on the game with four DLC packs that expanded the world. Originally planned as DLC, Hollow Knight: Silksong grew into a full sequel. As the development of this new entry remains shrouded in mystery, here is everything we know about Hollow Knight: Silksong.
Release Date Speculation
Officially, there is no release date for Hollow Knight: Silksong yet. Rumors and leaks have surfaced, but the actual release date remains unknown. Hopefully, 2024 will be the year we finally get our hands on it.
Platforms
Hollow Knight: Silksong is confirmed for Nintendo Switch and PC with an Xbox Game Pass release on day one. Possibility of release on other platforms eventually due to the success of the original game across multiple platforms. Availability on PlayStation consoles may be determined by any exclusivity deals with Nintendo and Microsoft.
Trailers
The announcement trailer for Hollow Knight: Silksong introduced Hornet as the new playable character with enhanced gameplay features and a fresh story setting. More enemies, bosses, NPC interactions, and crafting elements were showcased in the trailer.
A trailer at the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase in 2022 revealed more gameplay footage of Hollow Knight: Silksong without specifying a release date.
Gameplay
Hollow Knight: Silksong maintains the Metroidvania genre with an intricate world to explore, new abilities, and expanded combat options for Hornet. A crafting system using shell shards allows players to create weapons and tools for combat and traversal.
Preorder
Preorders are not yet available. Xbox Game Pass subscribers will have access upon launch. The Kickstarter backers of the original game will receive Silksong for free. More information on preordering will be updated once available.
