Hollow Knight: Silksong Makes Its Grand Debut: A Seven-Year Journey Comes to an End

A Long-Awaited Arrival

After seven years of anticipation and limited communication, Team Cherry has finally released their highly anticipated sequel ‘Hollow Knight: Silksong’ on September 4, 2025. The game, developed by Australian independent studio Team Cherry, is now available across multiple platforms including Linux, macOS, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

A New Adventure Begins

In this sequel, players take control of Hornet, the former Princess of Hollow Knight’s fallen kingdom of Hallownest. The narrative follows her journey after being captured and transported to the mysterious new land of Pharloom, where she must navigate through a vast, interconnected world filled with unique enemies, challenging bosses, and intricate environments.

Evolution from DLC to Full Sequel

What began as planned downloadable content for the original Hollow Knight evolved into a full-fledged sequel due to the project’s expanding scope. The development team initially envisioned a smaller world than the original game, incorporating a quest system to encourage area revisitation, but gradually expanded the game’s map as development progressed.

Accessibility and Value

In an era of increasing game prices, Silksong stands out with its remarkably affordable price point of $19.99 at retail, contrasting sharply with big-budget AAA titles that often exceed $70. The game is also available day one for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers.

Impact and Reception

The announcement of Silksong’s release date, made just two weeks before launch, has had a significant impact on the gaming industry, with several other indie games delaying their releases to avoid being overshadowed by this highly anticipated title. With no early review copies distributed, everyone, including critics and players, is experiencing the game simultaneously for the first time after the six-year wait.