Silksong Emerges in Nintendo Switch 2 Event

Hollow Knight: Silksong has finally been confirmed for a 2025 release! Read on for more details about the game and its long, winding road to this announcement.

Silksong Arrives in 2025

Fans Rejoice After Silksong's Brief Appearance in the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct

After years of anticipation and endless rumors, fans of the acclaimed Hollow Knight series finally received the news they were waiting for. During the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct on April 2, 2025, Team Cherry's Hollow Knight: Silksong was featured, finally revealing its release window: 2025.

The game appeared in a montage showcasing upcoming titles for Nintendo's next-generation console, the Switch 2. Though the clip was fleeting—just five seconds long, from 0:15 to 0:20 in the "Switch 2: Partner Sizzle Reel"—its impact was immense. For a project that had been quiet for years, this confirmation has reignited excitement for players around the globe.

Silksong's Tumultuous Road to Release

The journey to this point has been far from smooth. Initially planned as downloadable content for the original Hollow Knight, Silksong grew into a full sequel as its scope expanded. However, updates since its announcement have been infrequent, fueling a constant cycle of rumors and eager speculation.

A notable highlight was a trailer shown during an Xbox event in June 2022, which sparked hopes of a near-term release. Subsequent delays, however, tempered those expectations. More recently, an update to the game's Steam page—adding a 2025 copyright notice and GeForce Now compatibility—hinted at progress but left fans wanting firmer details. Then, just a week later, Silksong appeared in the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct to finally confirm its 2025 release window.

As 2025 draws closer, the collective hope—and hype—among the community is stronger than ever. The long wait continues, but the finish line is now in sight, promising the return of that iconic battle cry, "SHAW."

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