After years of anticipation, Team Cherry has officially announced that the highly awaited "Hollow Knight: Silksong" will be released on September 4th. This long-awaited sequel to the beloved Metroidvania title "Hollow Knight" promises a new adventure with Hornet as the playable protagonist, exploring the vast and mysterious kingdom of Pharloom.
A Long-Awaited Sequel Arrives
The announcement, made after seven years of speculation and minimal updates, has sent waves of excitement through the gaming community. The release date was accompanied by a new trailer, offering the first substantial glimpse of gameplay in six years. Players will step into the role of Hornet, a lethal hunter captured and brought to an unfamiliar land. The game’s description on Steam highlights Hornet’s journey to ascend to the kingdom’s peak, battling formidable foes and uncovering ancient secrets.
- Release Date: September 4th
- Playable Character: Hornet
- New Kingdom: Pharloom
What to Expect in Silksong
"Hollow Knight: Silksong" will feature a sprawling new world to explore, including mossy grottos, gilded cities, and misted moors. Players can expect "lethal acrobatic action" with a diverse arsenal of weapons, traps, and mechanisms. The game will also include over 200 different enemies and more than 40 legendary bosses, along with a challenging "Steel Soul" mode for those seeking an extra layer of difficulty. The acclaimed composer Christopher Larkin returns to provide the game’s orchestral score.
Community Excitement and Player Engagement
The confirmation of the release date has led to a significant surge in players returning to the original "Hollow Knight." Steam charts have shown a notable increase in concurrent players, with many eager to revisit the world of Hallownest or experience it for the first time before "Silksong" launches. Early hands-on previews from events like Gamescom 2025 have praised the game’s stunning presentation, fluid combat, and challenging boss encounters, suggesting that "Silksong" will live up to the high expectations set by its predecessor.
Sources
- Everyone’s heading back to Hollow Knight for one last go before Silksong comes out—the game’s all-time Steam
peak is rising as I write this headline, PC Gamer. - Silksong’ Gets September Release Date (Gaming News Roundup), Variety.
- Hollow Knight: Silksong HANDS-ON PREVIEW: The Game You’ve Been Waiting For is Worth The Wait, Insider Gaming.
