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Hollow Knight: Silksong Set for 2025 Release, Confirms Nintendo Switch Direct

The long-awaited sequel to the indie hit Hollow Knight finally receives a release window after years of delays and speculation.

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Overview

  • Hollow Knight: Silksong is officially set to release in 2025, as announced during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct on April 2, 2025.
  • Initially planned as DLC for the original Hollow Knight, the project expanded into a standalone sequel due to its growing scope.
  • The game introduces the new kingdom of Pharloom, featuring over 165 enemies, faster movement, and dynamic combat mechanics.
  • Team Cherry faced multiple delays since the game's 2019 announcement, turning its prolonged development into a meme within the gaming community.
  • Silksong will launch on multiple platforms, including PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch, and will be available on Xbox Game Pass at release.