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Hollow Knight: Silksong Sets September 4 Launch With Trailer, Demos and Game Pass

Team Cherry ended years of guesswork with firm details on scope and platforms as Hornet’s adventure nears release.

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Overview

  • Silksong arrives September 4, 2025 across PS4/PS5, Xbox One/Series X|S, PC (Steam, GOG), Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, plus the ROG Xbox Ally, with day‑one availability on Xbox Game Pass.
  • A new trailer showcases Hornet’s traversal and combat in the kingdom of Pharloom, including fresh abilities such as a glide.
  • Team Cherry says the sequel features over 200 enemies and more than 40 boss encounters.
  • Playable demos are on the Gamescom show floor at Nintendo and Xbox booths following the special announcement stream.
  • Studio co‑founders say the long timeline reflected small‑team ambition and polish rather than development trouble, and composer Christopher Larkin returns for the score.