Hollow Knight: Silksong, the highly anticipated sequel from acclaimed indie developer Team Cherry, has taken the gaming world by storm with its extensive content, challenging gameplay, and accessible $20 price point.
Since its announcement, Silksong has maintained a significant presence in the Nintendo Switch indie ecosystem, fueling discussion around its release strategy and value among dedicated fans.
Team Cherry, based in Australia, built its reputation with the original Hollow Knight—a critical and commercial success that has become a mainstay on the Nintendo eShop since its debut.
Players have praised the developer for packing massive amounts of content into their games, setting high expectations for Silksong’s scope and pricing as the release drew near. Despite speculation that Hollow Knight: Silksong would command a higher price due to the anticipated scale of the sequel, the studio confirmed it would retail for just $20.
In the official ACMI paperback guide for Hollow Knight: Silksong, Team Cherry’s co-director Ari Gibson clarified the team’s rationale behind this accessible pricing strategy.
Gibson noted that the developers "focus on setting game prices at a level that's reasonable for most players." He added that, while the team has a tendency to substantially expand game content during development, the intention was always to keep Silksong’s price point affordable. Gibson elaborated that their approach centers on delivering tremendous value: "As we continually add more to our games, it eventually becomes clear that the scope and value deserve recognition as standalone titles." This philosophy has been instrumental in shaping the Hollow Knight series, allowing both new and returning players to experience vast adventures without a financial barrier. Hollow Knight: Silksong’s release on Nintendo Switch and other platforms stands as a testament to Team Cherry’s enduring dedication to consumer-friendly practices.
The studio’s commitment to offering comprehensive content at competitive pricing has not only bolstered their reputation in the indie gaming industry but also set a benchmark for other developers to follow.
With its expected launch continuing to generate excitement across the gaming community, Silksong’s value proposition is yet another example of Team Cherry’s distinctive approach in an evolving market.
Since its announcement, Silksong has maintained a significant presence in the Nintendo Switch indie ecosystem, fueling discussion around its release strategy and value among dedicated fans.
Team Cherry, based in Australia, built its reputation with the original Hollow Knight—a critical and commercial success that has become a mainstay on the Nintendo eShop since its debut.
Players have praised the developer for packing massive amounts of content into their games, setting high expectations for Silksong’s scope and pricing as the release drew near. Despite speculation that Hollow Knight: Silksong would command a higher price due to the anticipated scale of the sequel, the studio confirmed it would retail for just $20.
In the official ACMI paperback guide for Hollow Knight: Silksong, Team Cherry’s co-director Ari Gibson clarified the team’s rationale behind this accessible pricing strategy.
Gibson noted that the developers "focus on setting game prices at a level that's reasonable for most players." He added that, while the team has a tendency to substantially expand game content during development, the intention was always to keep Silksong’s price point affordable. Gibson elaborated that their approach centers on delivering tremendous value: "As we continually add more to our games, it eventually becomes clear that the scope and value deserve recognition as standalone titles." This philosophy has been instrumental in shaping the Hollow Knight series, allowing both new and returning players to experience vast adventures without a financial barrier. Hollow Knight: Silksong’s release on Nintendo Switch and other platforms stands as a testament to Team Cherry’s enduring dedication to consumer-friendly practices.
The studio’s commitment to offering comprehensive content at competitive pricing has not only bolstered their reputation in the indie gaming industry but also set a benchmark for other developers to follow.
With its expected launch continuing to generate excitement across the gaming community, Silksong’s value proposition is yet another example of Team Cherry’s distinctive approach in an evolving market.
