Hollow Knight: Silksong, the highly anticipated sequel to the acclaimed indie game Hollow Knight, will finally see the light in 2023, according to recent statements from Microsoft and Team Cherry. This announcement is particularly significant given that the game has been delayed multiple times since its debut in 2019, when its first trailer was presented at E3. Despite previous promises of a release within a 12-month timeframe, Team Cherry reported that the game was facing an indefinite delay in 2023.
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Matthew Griffin, head of public relations and marketing at Team Cherry, clarified that Silksong will not be released alongside the new Xbox ROG Ally, a handheld device that has generated great anticipation in the market. “I confirmed BEFORE the holidays: we are not tied to a console launch”, Griffin wrote in a message on Discord. This clarification has caused some confusion, as some expected the game to be released alongside the new hardware.
The release of Silksong has become a phenomenon of speculation and excitement among fans of the series. From teasers on social media to every appearance at gaming events, fans have closely followed every clue, generating a collective obsession to know the release date. Despite this, Team Cherry remains cautious in its communication, preferring not to announce an official date until they are completely sure.
Taking advantage of the rise of portable devices like the ROG Ally and the Nintendo Switch 2 could provide an edge with the arrival of Silksong, allowing new players to venture into the game world. The original release had great success on the Switch, selling 250,000 copies in its first two weeks, suggesting that portability may play an important role in attracting new fans.