The long-awaited release of Hollow Knight: Silksong will take place on September 4, ending more than seven years of development. Since its announcement, the sequel to the acclaimed Hollow Knight has generated enormous anticipation in the gaming community, becoming one of the most anticipated releases of the year.
The day has finally arrived!
The Team Cherry team has managed to sell 15 million units of Hollow Knight, a success that has allowed for a leisurely development of Silksong. Ari Gibson and William Pellen, co-founders of the Australian studio, have emphasized that there have been no setbacks during production; they simply took their time due to the freedom provided by previous sales. “It has been great to do fun things”, commented Gibson, highlighting the team’s satisfaction with their creative process.
Initially conceived as an expansion of the original game, Silksong evolved into an independent title due to the team’s ambition to offer a deeper and more innovative experience. During development, so many ideas emerged that the team chose to take more time to perfect every aspect of the game, prioritizing quality over speed in the release.
Amid growing pressure and speculation on social media, Team Cherry decided to keep a low profile to avoid creating unrealistic expectations. Despite having underestimated the time needed to implement all the features of the game, they are optimistic about the final result, anticipating that Silksong will offer a memorable experience.
The Australian studio has also confirmed that they will continue working on the Hollow Knight saga, with plans for expansions or even a possible third installment, which ensures that there are still many adventures to discover for their followers. “Silksong” will be available on multiple platforms, including PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.