In a stunning announcement that has sent the gaming world into a frenzy, developer Team Cherry has officially confirmed that Hollow Knight: Silksong will be released on September 4, 2025. The news, which arrived today in a special announcement video accompanied by a new trailer, marks the end of one of the most fervent and long-running periods of anticipation in modern gaming history. The highly awaited sequel is now just over a week away.
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The game will see players take on the role of the lethal hunter Hornet as she explores an ancient, unfamiliar kingdom of insects haunted by silk and song. The official synopsis sets the stage for her journey: “Captured and brought to this unfamiliar land, you must battle foes and solve mysteries as you ascend on a deadly pilgrimage to the kingdom’s peak.” The new trailer showcases the beautiful, hand-drawn art style and challenging gameplay that fans of the original have been desperate to experience. The release has been confirmed for both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4.
The road to Silksong’s release has been a long one, filled with speculation from its passionate fanbase. In a recent deep dive article with Bloomberg, Team Cherry addressed the extended development time. The studio reassured fans that the game was never in trouble. “It was never stuck or anything. It was always progressing,” the team stated. “It’s just the case that we’re a small team, and games take a lot of time. There wasn’t any big, controversial moment behind it.”
After years of memes, hope, and unwavering patience from the community, the wait for one of the most anticipated indie games of all time is finally coming to an end.
