Hollow Knight: Silksong Achieves Highest Score in Famitsu Issue 1916

Weekly Famitsu, Japan’s authoritative gaming magazine, has released its latest issue (#1916) featuring in-depth reviews of highly anticipated titles across multiple platforms.

This week, the spotlight falls on Hollow Knight: Silksong, Team Cherry’s much-awaited follow-up to the acclaimed indie hit, which secured the publication’s highest review score. Hollow Knight: Silksong, developed by Australian indie studio Team Cherry, expands upon the atmospheric Metroidvania formula that won its predecessor widespread acclaim.

The new entry was reviewed on all major current-generation platforms, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.

The game scored a total of 32 out of 40 in Famitsu’s well-known four-reviewer system—each reviewer awarding the game an 8, reflecting strong praise for its gameplay, design, and anticipated release across multiple hardware platforms and the Nintendo eShop. Famitsu’s review panel highlighted Silksong’s deeply crafted world and polished mechanics.

While not quoting verbatim, the reviewers collectively noted the game’s vibrant expansion of the original’s exploration and combat systems.

This high score positions Silksong as the top-rated title in this edition, underlining anticipation across the Japanese market and the global gaming community alike. Another notable review in this issue is Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree.

Available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, this title garnered a strong total score of 31 out of 40.

The breakdown included three 8s and one 7, indicating a positive reception and highlighting its engaging gameplay and distinctive art direction. Rounding out the reviews, Baki Hanma: Blood Arena received a 28 out of 40.

The game, based on the popular manga, is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.

It received a consistent score of 7 from each of Famitsu’s four reviewers. The presence of Hollow Knight: Silksong at the top of Famitsu’s latest review rankings is a significant achievement for Team Cherry, given the title’s global anticipation and the pedigree of its predecessor.

As Silksong’s release on platforms like Nintendo Switch and PlayStation approaches, interest continues to build, especially in the Japanese market.

Famitsu’s scores are frequently seen as a strong indicator of critical reception for both domestic and international audiences. This week’s Famitsu rankings further cement Hollow Knight: Silksong as a leading release for 2024, as Nintendo Switch and next-generation console owners eagerly await the game’s launch.

Stay tuned for upcoming details on release timing and potential Nintendo Direct updates through official channels and the Nintendo eShop.

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