Overview

• Initially revealed at E3 2019 as a DLC expansion, Silksong evolved into a standalone sequel and has been in active development for over six years.
• A June 2022 showcase committed the game to a 12-month delivery window before Team Cherry announced an indefinite postponement in May 2023.
• No formal updates were issued through traditional channels until a surprise Discord Q&A in which marketing lead Matthew Griffin detailed the new schedule.
• Xbox president Sarah Bond’s inclusion of Silksong in the ROG Xbox Ally trailer and mention of Game Pass support prompted fan confusion over its launch timing.
• Silksong will debut on Windows PC, Nintendo Switch (including Switch 2), PlayStation 4/5, and Xbox One/Series X|S with day-one availability on Xbox Game Pass.