Hollow Knight: Silksong Release Date Confirmed for Holiday 2025 by Team Cherry

After years of anticipation from the gaming community, Team Cherry has finally confirmed that Hollow Knight: Silksong will launch before Christmas 2025.

The long-awaited sequel to the critically acclaimed Hollow Knight has been one of the most discussed subjects among fans of indie games, particularly for those who follow releases on the Nintendo Switch and other major platforms. During the Xbox Games Showcase 2025, Matthew ‘Leth’ Griffin, marketing manager at Team Cherry, addressed recent speculation concerning Hollow Knight: Silksong's release plans.

In an official statement, Griffin clarified that the highly anticipated Metroidvania title is targeting a launch ahead of the 2025 holiday season.

Addressing rumors circulating about a possible collaboration with Microsoft's ROG Ally handheld, he asserted that Silksong's release would not be “tied to a console launch,” signaling the game’s availability across multiple platforms from day one. Team Cherry initially captivated audiences with the original Hollow Knight, which debuted on the Nintendo Switch via the eShop in 2018 and quickly became a standout hit within the indie game community.

The sequel, Hollow Knight: Silksong, has similarly captured the attention of Nintendo Direct viewers and fans eager for new content.

Silksong promises to expand on the exploration, platforming, and combat systems that made the original title a success, with Hornet taking center stage as the main protagonist.

In addition to the release window, it was previously announced that Hollow Knight: Silksong will be publicly playable at the Melbourne Museum in September 2025.

This demo appearance will provide fans with a firsthand look at the gameplay and mechanics ahead of the holiday launch.

Such events underscore Team Cherry’s commitment to engaging with the community and building anticipation as the game approaches completion. Hollow Knight: Silksong will be available on Nintendo Switch, as well as other major platforms upon release.

The game is expected to be accessible via the Nintendo eShop and other digital storefronts, continuing Team Cherry’s tradition of cross-platform indie releases.

Fans who have been following the project since its announcement can now mark their calendars for a release before Christmas 2025, eagerly awaiting the next chapter in the beloved Hollow Knight saga.

For continued updates, players should stay tuned to official Nintendo Directs, Team Cherry’s channels, and major gaming news outlets.

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