Hollow Knight: Silksong Gets Official Release Date for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2

Team Cherry Officially Confirms Release Date for Hollow Knight: Silksong on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 After years of anticipation, Team Cherry has announced the official release date for Hollow Knight: Silksong, the highly awaited sequel to their critically acclaimed metroidvania title, Hollow Knight.

The Australian indie developer revealed that players can experience the next chapter of their atmospheric platforming journey on September 4, with Hollow Knight: Silksong launching worldwide for both the Nintendo Switch and the newly unveiled Nintendo Switch 2.

The game will be available through the Nintendo eShop, ensuring day-one digital access for fans across both Nintendo platforms.

In addition, Hollow Knight: Silksong will be offered as part of Xbox Game Pass on launch day, giving subscribers the opportunity to play the title at no additional cost as soon as it hits the service. Team Cherry’s announcement marks a major milestone for the indie studio, whose first Hollow Knight entry, released in 2017, garnered widespread acclaim for its captivating art style, challenging gameplay, and rich world-building.

Since its unveiling in 2019, Hollow Knight: Silksong has featured prominently in worldwide gaming discussions, with fans eagerly awaiting updates through multiple Nintendo Direct presentations and indie showcase events. Speaking on their decision to confirm a precise release date, Team Cherry stated that the studio is "thrilled to finally share the launch date with our global community," highlighting their commitment to quality and their gratitude for the patience of the franchise's passionate audience.

The developers emphasized that Hollow Knight: Silksong builds on the original's legacy with new environments, enhanced combat, and a deeper narrative focused on Hornet, the princess-protector. While exact pricing details have not yet been disclosed for Nintendo eShop purchases, the announcement confirms multi-platform availability.

This positions Hollow Knight: Silksong as one of the most significant indie releases for both the current Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2 hardware, underscoring Nintendo’s ongoing support for innovative indie content on its platforms. With the September 4 release date now locked in, players can look forward to exploring an expanded metroidvania world on the Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and through Xbox Game Pass.

For more information and post-launch updates, fans are encouraged to follow the official Team Cherry channels and stay tuned to the Nintendo eShop.

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