Highly-anticipated metroidvania Hollow Knight: Silksong is finally on the horizon with a definitive release date. We’re still in the dark about a lot of information surrounding this sequel of the beloved indie platformer. Nevertheless, there are many details that fans of Hollow Knight should know about before jumping into Silksong.
We’ll dive deep into everything you need to know about Hollow Knight: Silksong, including its release date, its price, and what the gameplay has to offer you. Whether you’re a fan of the first game or skipping right to the sequel, here’s all the important information you need before hopping into this epic adventure.
What Is Hollow Knight: Silksong’s Release Date?
Hollow Knight: Silksong will be launching on Thursday, September 4, 2025. Currently, we don’t know what time in the day that Silksong will become available to purchase.
Which Platforms Will Hollow Knight: Silksong Release On?
You will be able to play Hollow Knight: Silksong on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
How Much Will Hollow Knight: Silksong Cost?
GameStop recently leaked the price for Hollow Knight: Silksong, and it looks like it’ll cost $19.99 USD. It’s a far cry from most video game prices these days. We’re also assuming this price will stay the same across all consoles.
Will Hollow Knight: Silksong Be Available On Xbox Game Pass?
You’re in luck, because Hollow Knight: Silksong will be available day one on Xbox Game Pass. If you’re already a subscriber, you’ll be able to dive right in!
What Are The Hollow Knight: Silksong Preorder Bonuses?
Unfortunately, there are no bonuses connected to preordering Hollow Knight: Silksong. Team Cherry is only allowing players to purchase the day as soon as it launches on September 4, 2025.
How Long Was Hollow Knight: Silksong In Development?
Team Cherry has been developing Hollow Knight: Silksong for about seven years. Hollow Knight released in 2017, and soon after, Team Cherry began developing Silksong as a DLC for Hollow Knight. By 2019, the developers started making Silksong as its own standalone title as the scope of the game began to grow.
Why Did Hollow Knight: Silksong Take So Long?
So, why did it take so long to make? In an interview with Bloomberg, Team Cherry’s co-founders, Ari Gibson and William Pellen, revealed that the team had so much fun during its development that the game’s scope kept getting larger.
“It was never stuck or anything” said Gibson. “It was always progressing. It’s just the case that we’re a small team, and games take a lot of time... I remember at some point I just had to stop sketching... You realize, ‘If I don’t stop drawing, this is going to take 15 years to finish.’”
Will There Be DLC For Hollow Knight: Silksong?
The good news is that, yes, in the same interview with Jason Schreier at Bloomberg, Team Cherry’s co-founders Ari Gibson and William Pellen revealed that they were planning on creating DLC and other content for Silksong after its release.
What Are The System Requirements For Hollow Knight: Silksong?
Minimum:
OS: Windows 10
Processor: Intel Core i3-3240, AMD FX-4300
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: GeForce GTX 560 Ti (1GB), Radeon HD 7750 (1GB)
Storage: 8 GB
Recommended:
OS: Windows 10
Processor: Intel Core i5-3470
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: GeForce GTX 1050 (2GB), Radeon R9 380 (2GB)
Storage: 8 GB
Do You Need To Play Hollow Knight Before Silksong?
Although it’s recommended that you play Hollow Knight before its sequel Silksong, it’s not required. Silksong takes place after the events of its predecessor, but the setting is in an entirely different kingdom called Pharloom.
You will still be able to enjoy Silksong as a sequel, as it’s a standalone game, but Hollow Knight fans will likely be rewarded by added lore and some familiar faces.
Are There New Enemies And Bosses In Hollow Knight: Silksong?
The answer is a resounding yes! Team Cherry confirmed that you will be facing over 200 ferocious enemies, the majority of them being brand-new baddies. You’ll also be able to defeat more than 40 brutal bosses throughout your time with Silksong.
What Is The Story In Hollow Knight: Silksong?
All we know about the story so far is that you play as Hornet, a princess and the brave protector of Hallownest. She finds herself in the unfamiliar haunted kingdom of Pharloom, where she must face a multitude of foes, meet allies, and solve the mysteries that plague the world.
As Hornet, you will be exploring “mossy grottos, coral forests and shining citadels,” as explained on the game’s website. She is also guided by her lineage and the echoes of her past, who are likely notable royalty as she is a princess.
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