Hollow Knight: Silksong Showcased on Nintendo Switch 2 at Gamescom with 120fps Gameplay

Hollow Knight: Silksong, the highly anticipated sequel developed by Team Cherry, made a significant impact at this year’s Gamescom with its first public playable demo on the next-generation Nintendo Switch 2 hardware.

As fans have eagerly awaited fresh updates on the title since its announcement, the opportunity to experience Silksong firsthand showcased the technical advancements possible on Nintendo’s forthcoming platform. Gamescom, one of the world’s premier video game events, attracted throngs of attendees to the Silksong demo booth.

Industry media and fans alike lined up for a chance to play the game and record exclusive gameplay footage.

Notably, Gaming Boulevard captured fifteen minutes of direct feed footage demonstrating Hollow Knight: Silksong running on the Nintendo Switch 2, providing clear insights into both gameplay and hardware performance. Team Cherry’s precision-crafted sequel retains the critically acclaimed platforming and combat of the original Hollow Knight, while pushing boundaries in fluidity and responsiveness.

During the show, updated hardware specifications were referenced, with Silksong confirmed to be running at a remarkable 120 frames per second on the Nintendo Switch 2.

This performance milestone underscores the graphical and processing upgrades set to define Nintendo’s next-generation console, promising seamless gameplay with minimal input lag. A representative for Team Cherry stated that optimizing Hollow Knight: Silksong for the Nintendo Switch 2 enables a smoother and more immersive experience, taking full advantage of the system's upgraded capabilities.

This commitment to technical excellence aligns with the studio’s reputation for polished, content-rich releases.

In addition to Gaming Boulevard’s coverage, GameSpot and other leading outlets provided their own gameplay captures, further highlighting the excitement around Silksong’s public hands-on debut.

The gameplay footage reveals expanded environments, refined boss encounters, and enhanced visual fidelity—all contributing to rising anticipation for the release. Hollow Knight: Silksong debuted in February 2019 as a surprise announcement, following the breakout success of Team Cherry’s original Hollow Knight.

Since then, the sequel has become one of the most requested and discussed titles in the Nintendo gaming community.

Although Team Cherry has yet to confirm a specific release date, Hollow Knight: Silksong is slated for launch on the Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and other platforms, with a day-one release expected on digital storefronts such as the eShop. With its premier at Gamescom and confirmation of 120fps gameplay on Nintendo Switch 2, Hollow Knight: Silksong affirms its place as a flagship title for Nintendo’s upcoming hardware and a benchmark for indie game development excellence.

Stay tuned for further updates and official launch details as Team Cherry progresses toward release.

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