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Hollow Knight: Silksong

Hollow Knight: Silksong is the long-awaited sequel to the acclaimed Metroidvania Hollow Knight. This time you play as Hornet, an agile warrior with unique healing and jumping abilities, as she traverses the mysterious kingdom of Pharloom. Along the way, you’ll face more than 200 enemies and over 40 powerful bosses, collect new weapons and abilities, and take on both main and side quests.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions 

When is the release date of Hollow Knight: Silksong?

The game was released on September 4, 2025.

In Silksong you play as Hornet, a character already familiar from the first game. She is faster and more agile than the Knight from Hollow Knight and comes with her own unique set of abilities.

The “Silk Soul Mode” is an extra challenging game mode featuring permadeath mechanics – similar to the “Steel Soul Mode” from the first game.

No, Silksong is a purely single-player experience.

The game is available on Windows, macOS, Linux, PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, as well as Nintendo Switch and Switch 2.

Data 

Release date: 04.09.2025
Status: Released
Developer: Team Cherry
Publisher: Team Cherry
Genre: Metroidvania
Engine: Unity
Available on: Windows, macOS, Linux, PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One & Series X/S, Nintendo Switch & Switch 2
Playtime: 15 to 25 hoursHauptstory
Singleplayer: campaign
Multiplayer: No
Modi: campaign, Silk Soul Mode
Languages: Deutsch, Englisch, Französisch, Italienisch, Japanisch und weitere