Game Introduction

Everything you need to know about Hollow Knight: Silksong

What is Hollow Knight: Silksong?

Hollow Knight: Silksong is the highly anticipated sequel to the critically acclaimed Hollow Knight, developed and published by Team Cherry. This epic action-adventure game follows Hornet, princess-protector of Hallownest, as she embarks on a perilous quest through a strange new kingdom.

Originally planned as downloadable content for Hollow Knight, the project grew in scope to become a full standalone sequel, offering players a vast new world to explore with expanded gameplay mechanics and an all-new protagonist.

Hollow Knight:
Silksong
The Epic Sequel

Release Information

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Release Date

September 4, 2025

After years of anticipation, the game finally launched worldwide

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Platforms

Available on:

  • Windows PC
  • Nintendo Switch
  • PlayStation 4 & 5
  • Xbox One & Series X/S
  • Linux & macOS
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Pricing

$29.99 USD

Available on all digital storefronts and physical retailers

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Achievements

50+ Achievements

Extensive achievement system for completionists

Meet Team Cherry

Team Cherry is an independent game development studio based in Adelaide, Australia. Founded by Ari Gibson, William Pellen, and David Kazi, the team gained worldwide recognition with their debut title Hollow Knight.

With Silksong, Team Cherry has expanded their vision while maintaining the meticulous attention to detail and passion that made their first game a masterpiece. The studio's commitment to quality is evident in every aspect of Silksong's design.

Ari Gibson

Co-Director & Artist

William Pellen

Co-Director & Designer

David Kazi

Programmer

7+ Years

Development Time

4

Team Members

5M+

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Key Features

๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ Acrobatic Combat

Experience Hornet's lightning-fast, acrobatic combat style. Master new fighting abilities and spells that leverage her speed and agility.

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๐Ÿงต Silk-Based Powers

Utilize Hornet's unique silk abilities for traversal, combat, and puzzle-solving. Craft tools and weapons using gathered resources.

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๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Massive World

Explore over 165 all-new enemies and 40+ epic bosses across the vast kingdom of Pharloom. Discover 100+ rest areas throughout the world.

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๐Ÿ“‹ Quest System

Engage with a comprehensive quest system featuring four categories: Gather, Wayfarer, Hunt, and Grand Hunt quests.

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๐ŸŽจ Stunning Visuals

Beautiful hand-drawn 2D graphics with fluid animations and atmospheric lighting that brings Pharloom to life.

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๐ŸŽต Epic Soundtrack

Immerse yourself in Christopher Larkin's magnificent musical score, featuring over 3 hours of original compositions.

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System Requirements

Minimum Requirements

OS: Windows 7 (64-bit)
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo E5200
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: GeForce 9800GTX+ (1GB)
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 9 GB available space
Sound Card: DirectX compatible

Recommended Requirements

OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
Processor: Intel Core i5-2300
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: GeForce GTX 560
DirectX: Version 12
Storage: 15 GB available space
Sound Card: DirectX compatible

Additional Information

Controller Support: Full controller support recommended for optimal experience
Display: 1920x1080 resolution recommended
Internet: Required for initial activation and updates
Languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Russian
Subtitles: Full subtitle support for all languages