Fans of Hollow Knight: Silksong can breathe a sigh of relief as the game's developer, Team Cherry, has confirmed that the much-anticipated sequel will still be coming to the original Nintendo Switch. Dive into the details below to understand the context behind fans' concerns and explore new images recently released by Nintendo Japan.
Silksong Developer Reaffirms Release for Switch 1
Following Silksong's brief showcase during the Nintendo Direct for the upcoming Switch 2 on April 2, there was a wave of speculation that the game might bypass the current-generation console. Originally announced in 2019 for PC and the original Switch, and later confirmed for PlayStation and Xbox, Silksong has been eagerly awaited by fans across multiple platforms.
On April 8, Matthew Griffin, Team Cherry's Marketing and PR Handler, took to Twitter (X) to address these concerns directly. Griffin's post reassured fans that Silksong is indeed set to launch on both the original Nintendo Switch and the Switch 2. While details on how these versions will differ remain under wraps, players can anticipate that the Switch 2 version will leverage the console's enhanced capabilities for a higher resolution experience.
New Silksong Images Revealed
Post the Switch 2 Direct, Nintendo Japan's official website unveiled fresh images of Silksong. Though the settings depicted are familiar from earlier reveals, fans have noted subtle graphical enhancements since the game's initial showcase in 2019.
Despite Team Cherry's characteristic silence on many aspects of Silksong, the game's appearance in the Switch 2 Direct, coupled with these new images, hints that a release date announcement might be on the horizon. Moreover, recent updates to Silksong's Steam Metadata have further fueled speculation about a potential release this year.
Hollow Knight: Silksong is slated to launch on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. According to insights from the Switch 2 Direct, the game is expected to hit the shelves sometime in 2025. To stay informed with the latest developments on Silksong, keep an eye on our updates below!
