With just four days remaining until its highly anticipated release, Team Cherry has officially confirmed the pricing and global release times for Hollow Knight: Silksong. The sequel to the beloved 2017 indie hit, Hollow Knight, promises a new adventure with Hornet as the protagonist.
Key Takeaways
- Hollow Knight: Silksong will be priced at $19.99/€19.99, with a Japanese price of ¥2300.
- The game launches on September 4th at 10 a.m. ET / 9 a.m. PT.
- Available on multiple platforms including PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, PC, and Xbox.
- Included with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass on day one.
Pricing and Release Schedule
Team Cherry has set the price for Hollow Knight: Silksong at $19.99 in North America and €19.99 in Europe. For players in Japan, the game will be available for ¥2300. This pricing was initially hinted at by a premature reveal from GameStop.
The release times are staggered globally to accommodate different time zones. North American players can expect to dive into the Kingdom of Pharloom starting at 10 a.m. ET / 9 a.m. PT on Thursday, September 4th. Central European players will gain access at 4 p.m., and the release in Japan is scheduled for 11 p.m.
About Hollow Knight: Silksong
Hollow Knight: Silksong began its development as an expansion to the original game but evolved into a full, standalone title. Players will step into the role of Hornet, the former Princess of Hallownest, who finds herself captured and transported to the Kingdom of Pharloom. Her journey will involve navigating a realm governed by silk and song, facing over 200 unique enemies and more than 40 formidable bosses across diverse environments like "mossy grottos, gilded cities and misted moors."
Platform Availability and Game Pass
The game is set to launch across a wide range of platforms, including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, PC, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. Furthermore, Hollow Knight: Silksong will be available from day one for subscribers of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, offering significant value to members of the subscription service.
Sources
- Team Cherry Confirms Hollow Knight: Silksong Price, Release Times, Insider Gaming.
