Team Cherry has finally broken their silence with the exciting announcement that Hollow Knight: Silksong will officially launch on Thursday, September 4. The original Hollow Knight took the gaming world by storm, masterfully combining beautiful 2D artistry with challenging Metroidvania gameplay that drew comparisons to Soulslike titles in its difficulty and depth. Since the initial reveal of Hollow Knight: Silksong back in 2019, fans have been patiently awaiting news about the sequel, and now the extensive wait is finally coming to a close.

Throughout the development period, Team Cherry maintained relative silence regarding Hollow Knight: Silksong, offering only occasional updates that mostly confirmed additional platforms. The absence of substantial news at numerous gaming events transformed the game into something of an internet meme among the community. This pattern of anticipation without fulfillment dramatically shifted during Gamescom, where Hollow Knight: Silksong was officially confirmed for a 2025 release during the Opening Night Live presentation, finally providing the concrete confirmation fans had been yearning for.

Team Cherry had teased a special Hollow Knight: Silksong announcement for August 21, and they certainly delivered on their promise. The latest gameplay trailer confirms that Hollow Knight: Silksong will arrive on Thursday, September 4. Upon release, the game will be available across multiple platforms including PC, PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, the upcoming Switch 2, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. Additionally, Silksong will be available on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate from day one, giving subscribers immediate access to this long-awaited title.

The new trailer for Hollow Knight: Silksong showcases protagonist Hornet navigating through exquisitely crafted environments, engaging in combat with diverse enemies, interacting with unique non-playable characters, and overcoming demanding platforming sequences. According to the trailer details, Hollow Knight: Silksong will feature an impressive roster of over 200 different enemies and more than 40 boss encounters, ensuring that dedicated fans will have plenty of content to explore upon release.

The trailer also offers glimpses of the game's expansive map, suggesting that Hollow Knight: Silksong will deliver an adventure that matches or potentially exceeds the scale of its predecessor. The expectations surrounding this title have reached extraordinary heights due to the immense anticipation built over years of development. Fortunately, the gaming community won't have to wait much longer to discover whether this lengthy development cycle has resulted in a worthy successor to the original masterpiece. The September 4 release date for Hollow Knight: Silksong is now firmly on the horizon.