Team Cherry Announces Hollow Knight: Silksong Sea of Sorrow Expansion, Launching Free in 2026
Team Cherry, the acclaimed Australian indie developer behind the Hollow Knight franchise, has officially revealed the first expansion for the highly anticipated Hollow Knight: Silksong.
Titled 'Sea of Sorrow', this upcoming expansion is scheduled to arrive in 2026 as a complimentary update for all players across supported platforms, including the Nintendo Switch and PC. Hollow Knight: Silksong, a follow-up to the critically acclaimed 2017 original, has captured the attention of the metroidvania community since its announcement.
Set to expand the hauntingly beautiful world of Hallownest with a new protagonist, the fast-paced combat and intricate platforming have attracted widespread anticipation within the gaming industry.
The newly announced Sea of Sorrow expansion promises to introduce additional content, building further upon the game's core strengths and enchanting aesthetic. In an official statement, Team Cherry confirmed the expansion is in active development and will be distributed as a free addition when it launches in 2026.
While the studio has yet to disclose detailed gameplay specifics, the announcement assures fans that 'Sea of Sorrow' will deliver fresh areas to explore, new abilities to master, and further complexity to the Silksong narrative.
The expansion's announcement was accompanied by a short teaser, which offered a glimpse into the new environments and hinted at the atmospheric challenges that await players. Since Hollow Knight debuted on the Nintendo eShop for the Nintendo Switch, PC, and other platforms, Team Cherry has been celebrated for their dedication to quality and their community-first approach.
Hollow Knight has sold over 2.8 million copies as of 2020, cementing its place as one of the most successful indie games released on the Nintendo Switch and across digital storefronts.
The announcement of Silksong's Sea of Sorrow expansion reinforces Team Cherry's commitment to delivering robust post-launch content while maintaining accessibility for all players. The Hollow Knight: Silksong community reacted positively to the expansion's reveal, eagerly counting down to its 2026 release window.
With Sea of Sorrow set to arrive as a free expansion, fans can look forward to an extended exploration of Silksong’s world on the Nintendo Switch and beyond, continuing Team Cherry’s impressive legacy in the indie gaming arena. For ongoing updates about Hollow Knight: Silksong, the Sea of Sorrow expansion, and all major announcements from Team Cherry, follow Nintendo Direct showcases and the official Nintendo eShop listings.
Titled 'Sea of Sorrow', this upcoming expansion is scheduled to arrive in 2026 as a complimentary update for all players across supported platforms, including the Nintendo Switch and PC. Hollow Knight: Silksong, a follow-up to the critically acclaimed 2017 original, has captured the attention of the metroidvania community since its announcement.
Set to expand the hauntingly beautiful world of Hallownest with a new protagonist, the fast-paced combat and intricate platforming have attracted widespread anticipation within the gaming industry.
The newly announced Sea of Sorrow expansion promises to introduce additional content, building further upon the game's core strengths and enchanting aesthetic. In an official statement, Team Cherry confirmed the expansion is in active development and will be distributed as a free addition when it launches in 2026.
While the studio has yet to disclose detailed gameplay specifics, the announcement assures fans that 'Sea of Sorrow' will deliver fresh areas to explore, new abilities to master, and further complexity to the Silksong narrative.
The expansion's announcement was accompanied by a short teaser, which offered a glimpse into the new environments and hinted at the atmospheric challenges that await players. Since Hollow Knight debuted on the Nintendo eShop for the Nintendo Switch, PC, and other platforms, Team Cherry has been celebrated for their dedication to quality and their community-first approach.
Hollow Knight has sold over 2.8 million copies as of 2020, cementing its place as one of the most successful indie games released on the Nintendo Switch and across digital storefronts.
The announcement of Silksong's Sea of Sorrow expansion reinforces Team Cherry's commitment to delivering robust post-launch content while maintaining accessibility for all players. The Hollow Knight: Silksong community reacted positively to the expansion's reveal, eagerly counting down to its 2026 release window.
With Sea of Sorrow set to arrive as a free expansion, fans can look forward to an extended exploration of Silksong’s world on the Nintendo Switch and beyond, continuing Team Cherry’s impressive legacy in the indie gaming arena. For ongoing updates about Hollow Knight: Silksong, the Sea of Sorrow expansion, and all major announcements from Team Cherry, follow Nintendo Direct showcases and the official Nintendo eShop listings.
