Hollow Knight: Silksong Release Update—Team Cherry Confirms Free Switch 2 Upgrade

With the official launch of Hollow Knight: Silksong just days away, developer Team Cherry has issued a final update to fans and backers, outlining key information about game distribution and the much-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 upgrade.

Hollow Knight: Silksong, the highly awaited follow-up to the studio's critically acclaimed 2017 title, has garnered widespread anticipation both among Kickstarter supporters and the broader Nintendo Switch community. Silksong, developed and published by Team Cherry, continues the hand-drawn metroidvania legacy that made the original Hollow Knight a breakout indie hit with over 3 million copies sold as of 2023.

Leveraging the Nintendo Switch platform's popularity, Silksong’s launch will also mark a significant milestone for indie game releases on the eShop. In the final pre-release communication, Team Cherry reiterated to Kickstarter backers the importance of promptly submitting their platform surveys.

This ensures each backer secures their preferred version of Silksong for launch week.

For Nintendo Switch owners, the studio confirmed that digital keys will be emailed directly—though these keys can only be redeemed after the game officially releases in the recipient's region, ensuring a fair global launch. Team Cherry also addressed concerns about the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo’s next-generation hardware poised to support enhanced gaming features.

The developer shared that any backer who redeems their Nintendo Switch copy of Silksong will automatically be eligible for a free Switch 2 upgrade pack.

Once the base game is installed on the newer hardware, players can access Silksong's upgraded experience by downloading the free Hollow Knight: Silksong Upgrade Pack from the Nintendo eShop.

This pack is said to unlock 'enhanced features,' though specific technical details have not been detailed as of this writing. In a clear statement aimed at transparency, Team Cherry emphasized, "Switch version game keys will be distributed via email and will be redeemable only after the official release in each region.

A free upgrade pack for the Nintendo Switch 2 will be available to all eligible players through the eShop, expanding Silksong’s features for the next-generation console." This careful planning reflects Team Cherry’s commitment to supporting its Kickstarter backers and the broader Nintendo player base while ensuring Silksong makes a strong debut across both current and next-generation Nintendo hardware.

With this final update, backers and fans can prepare for launch day knowing their chosen version—and future upgrades—are securely in place.

Hollow Knight: Silksong is set to be one of 2024’s most significant indie releases, reinforcing the Nintendo Switch and its successor’s role as premier platforms for innovative indie titles.

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