Seven years of waiting, and the dream finally becomes reality... After years of anticipation and speculation, Hollow Knight: Silksong will be officially released on September 4, 2025. Developed by Australian studio Team Cherry, this title is no longer a simple DLC but a full-fledged sequel to the cult game Hollow Knight, released in 2017. Available on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, GOG and Humble, the game will also be included in the Xbox Game Pass subscription (PC and Ultimate) upon release. The announcement was made at Gamescom 2025, where the game established itself as the show's main attraction.
In terms of gameplay, Hollow Knight: Silksong builds on the DNA of its predecessor, while enriching the experience. The player takes on the role of Hornet, an agile and acrobatic heroine, in a nervous and demanding metroidvania. Combat is faster, more aerial and better paced than in the first opus. New exploration mechanics and a greater variety of enemies promise a renewed challenge.
The plot takes us into the mysterious world of Pharloom, a ruined and totally uncharted kingdom. Hornet, the red-robed insect princess, is captured and transported in a cage before managing to escape. The player must then accompany her on a perilous ascent through interconnected environments, populated by over 200 enemies and 40 legendary bosses. This progression, combining exploration, combat and puzzles, makes Silksong an adventure as poetic as it is fearsome.
Hollow Knight: Silksong is designed above all for demanding metroidvania fans who appreciate labyrinthine exploration and technical combat. Fans of the first opus will find familiar sensations, with dreamlike art direction and a universe rich in mystery. Those looking for a tough challenge and an immersive atmosphere should be well catered for.
On the other hand, gamers who prefer more accessible experiences are likely to be confused. The gameplay, based on precision and difficulty, demands patience and perseverance.
Revealed in 2019 and then disappearing from the radar in 2020, Hollow Knight: Silksong has long become a meme in the gaming community, so much so that its lack of information has fueled mockery. The first Hollow Knight sold over 15 million units worldwide, confirming its status as a critical and commercial success.
Hollow Knight: Silksong, initially intended as a simple expansion, promises a more vast, rich and ambitious adventure. With a planned launch on all major platforms and Game Pass integration from Day 1, it is set to be one of the highlights of the 2025 videogame season.
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