Hollow Knight: Silksong Confirmed for Release Before Holiday 2025 on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2

Hollow Knight: Silksong, the highly anticipated sequel from indie developer Team Cherry, has officially been confirmed for release before the holiday season in 2025.

The announcement was made after Silksong’s appearance at the Xbox Games Showcase, where Team Cherry’s marketing and publishing lead, Matthew Griffin, addressed fans directly via the game’s official Discord server to clarify, "The game is set to launch before Holiday—we are not tied to a console-specific release date." This statement sets expectations for a wide digital launch, most notably on both the existing Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 platforms via the Nintendo eShop. As the "full-scale sequel" to the beloved original Hollow Knight, Silksong thrusts players into a fresh Metroidvania adventure.

Taking on the role of Hornet, the agile princess-protector of Hallownest, players are challenged to escape captivity and traverse a mysterious new kingdom dominated by silk and song.

The journey promises new lands to explore, treacherous enemies to conquer, and deep mysteries rooted in Hornet’s own past. Team Cherry has carefully outlined Hollow Knight: Silksong’s core features.

Players will: - Discover a brand-new world, ascending through diverse environments such as coral forests, mossy grottos, golden cities, and fog-laden moors en route to a radiant citadel. - Engage in precision-based acrobatic combat, leveraging Hornet’s expanded moveset to outmaneuver and defeat a wide array of deadly adversaries. - Craft and upgrade a dynamic arsenal of tools, weapons, traps, and mechanisms, enhancing both combat and exploration. - Undertake surprising quests, which include hunting rare beasts, solving ancient puzzles, and restoring hope to the downtrodden by unearthing lost treasures. - Face off against over 150 brand-new enemies, including fierce beasts, ruthless hunters, and cunning kings, each demanding skillful play and adaptability. - Tackle the challenging Silk Soul mode, a specialized experience designed for those seeking a higher level of difficulty and replayability. - Enjoy an immersive and emotive orchestral score, with returning composer Christopher Larkin providing an evocative soundtrack that captures the atmosphere and tension of Hornet’s quest. Following the breakout success of the original Hollow Knight, which was lauded for its atmospheric storytelling and intricate gameplay, expectations for Silksong are at an all-time high.

Team Cherry has consistently emphasized their commitment to quality, and this release window update offers assurance to eager fans worldwide. Hollow Knight: Silksong will be available as a digital release on the Nintendo eShop for both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 in 2025.

Stay tuned to official Team Cherry channels and Nintendo Direct updates for further information as the launch approaches.

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