Team Cherry, the acclaimed indie developer behind the hit metroidvania Hollow Knight, has officially announced that a Hollow Knight Switch 2 Edition is in development and slated for release in 2026.
This upcoming edition aims to leverage the expanded capabilities of Nintendo's expected Switch 2 hardware, offering notable enhancements over the original Nintendo Switch release. Set to launch in 2026, the Hollow Knight Switch 2 Edition will feature significant technical upgrades that take advantage of the Switch 2’s next-generation performance.
These refinements include increased framerate, higher resolution graphics, and enhanced visual effects—delivering an immersive experience for both series veterans and newcomers alike.
Team Cherry has confirmed that these improvements will align closely with the enhancements found in the highly anticipated Hollow Knight: Silksong on the same platform. In an official statement, Team Cherry shared: "The Switch 2 Edition of Hollow Knight brings the best version of the game to Nintendo fans, with improved visual fidelity and smoother gameplay, capitalizing on everything Nintendo Switch 2 can offer." The studio’s decision to focus on superior resolution and framerate reflects its ongoing commitment to quality and player satisfaction. Importantly, Team Cherry announced that existing owners of Hollow Knight on Nintendo Switch will receive the new Switch 2 Edition as a free upgrade once it becomes available.
This move echoes the developer’s player-friendly philosophy and ensures that loyal fans can benefit from these advancements without needing to repurchase the title.
The upgraded version will be available via the Nintendo eShop and is expected to support cross-progression for seamless transitioning between hardware generations. Since its original launch in 2017, Hollow Knight has become a hallmark of indie success, praised for its atmospheric design, challenging gameplay, and captivating world-building.
The game has sold millions of copies worldwide across multiple platforms, including the original Nintendo Switch, and continues to attract a dedicated player base.
Team Cherry’s announcement of this enhanced Switch 2 Edition arrives alongside continued anticipation for Hollow Knight: Silksong—one of the most awaited sequels in the indie gaming scene. With the Hollow Knight Switch 2 Edition, Team Cherry demonstrates both its technical ambition and its respect for the franchise's fan community.
As 2026 approaches, more details are expected to be revealed through official Nintendo Direct presentations and updates.
For now, Hollow Knight fans can look forward to a definitive version of a modern classic, ready to shine on Nintendo's next-generation hardware.
This upcoming edition aims to leverage the expanded capabilities of Nintendo's expected Switch 2 hardware, offering notable enhancements over the original Nintendo Switch release. Set to launch in 2026, the Hollow Knight Switch 2 Edition will feature significant technical upgrades that take advantage of the Switch 2’s next-generation performance.
These refinements include increased framerate, higher resolution graphics, and enhanced visual effects—delivering an immersive experience for both series veterans and newcomers alike.
Team Cherry has confirmed that these improvements will align closely with the enhancements found in the highly anticipated Hollow Knight: Silksong on the same platform. In an official statement, Team Cherry shared: "The Switch 2 Edition of Hollow Knight brings the best version of the game to Nintendo fans, with improved visual fidelity and smoother gameplay, capitalizing on everything Nintendo Switch 2 can offer." The studio’s decision to focus on superior resolution and framerate reflects its ongoing commitment to quality and player satisfaction. Importantly, Team Cherry announced that existing owners of Hollow Knight on Nintendo Switch will receive the new Switch 2 Edition as a free upgrade once it becomes available.
This move echoes the developer’s player-friendly philosophy and ensures that loyal fans can benefit from these advancements without needing to repurchase the title.
The upgraded version will be available via the Nintendo eShop and is expected to support cross-progression for seamless transitioning between hardware generations. Since its original launch in 2017, Hollow Knight has become a hallmark of indie success, praised for its atmospheric design, challenging gameplay, and captivating world-building.
The game has sold millions of copies worldwide across multiple platforms, including the original Nintendo Switch, and continues to attract a dedicated player base.
Team Cherry’s announcement of this enhanced Switch 2 Edition arrives alongside continued anticipation for Hollow Knight: Silksong—one of the most awaited sequels in the indie gaming scene. With the Hollow Knight Switch 2 Edition, Team Cherry demonstrates both its technical ambition and its respect for the franchise's fan community.
As 2026 approaches, more details are expected to be revealed through official Nintendo Direct presentations and updates.
For now, Hollow Knight fans can look forward to a definitive version of a modern classic, ready to shine on Nintendo's next-generation hardware.
