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Hollow Knight: Silksong Sets September 4 Release, Playable at Gamescom

Team Cherry is aiming for a broad launch spanning PC, legacy consoles, current hardware, with day-one access on Game Pass.

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Overview

  • A new trailer confirmed the release date of September 4, 2025, ending years of uncertainty around the sequel.
  • Silksong will be publicly playable for the first time at Gamescom 2025 as part of Xbox’s show presence.
  • The Gamescom demo’s scope remains unspecified, with reports noting it could be a bespoke show segment or a slice of the final game.
  • Platforms include PC via Steam, GOG and the Humble Store as well as PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One/Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 1 and 2, with availability on Xbox Game Pass.
  • Players take control of Hornet in a Metroidvania follow-up that has topped Steam wishlists for years, with one report noting the developers discussed future DLC plans in an interview.