Hollow Knight: Silksong
Hollow Knight Silksong is a 2D action platformer developed by Team Cherry. Commonly associated with the Metroidvania genre, Silksong lets players control Hornet, a creature who previously appeared as a boss in the first game. New to Silksong over its predecessor is a crafting mechanic, instant healing, as well as a quest system.
- Franchise:
- Hollow Knight
- Platform:
- PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X, PC, macOS, Linux
- Developer:
- Team Cherry
- Publisher:
- Team Cherry
- Genre:
- Metroidvania
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The Argument For Hollow Knight: Silksong to Feature Its Own Leg Eater
The NPC Leg Eater turned out to be the focus of one of the most surprising sidequests in the original Hollow Knight, and Silksong should take notes.
Hollow Knight: Silksong Should Go All In On One Feature or Go Home
When considering the ways that Hollow Knight: Silksong might borrow from its predecessor, one feature stands out as a necessary inclusion.
Ultros Offers a Trippy Alternative to Hollow Knight: Silksong
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Hollow Knight: Silksong Deserves the Starfield Treatment
Starfield is making up for its delay with a personalized presentation, and Hollow Knight: Silksong should once again follow it by doing the same.
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Why Hollow Knight: Silksong Fans Shouldn't Expect it at the Xbox Showcase
Following the announcement of the game's delay, fans should temper the expectations for Hollow Knight: Silksong at the Xbox Games Showcase.
Hollow Knight: Silksong Development Update May Disappoint Fans
Developers of the indie title Hollow Knight: Silksong share an update about the game’s production that may not be what fans want to hear.
Hollow Knight: Silksong Has to Give Closure to One of the Series' Most Disturbing Bugs
Plenty of NPCs populate Hollow Knight's Hallownest to build its lore, but it falls to Silksong to explain one that seems at odds with the rest.
What to Expect from the Upcoming Xbox Games Showcase and Starfield Direct
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Hollow Knight: Silksong's Next Reveal Has a Chance to Top Dead Island 2
The world is still eagerly awaiting the next Hollow Knight: Silksong gameplay trailer, and it could easily outdo Dead Island 2's re-reveal.
Hollow Knight: Silksong Can't Crack Under Pressure
With hype for Hollow Knight: Silksong as high as ever, Team Cherry needs to tread carefully to avoid cracking under the weight of high expectations.
A Hollow Knight: Silksong Shadow-Drop Could Kill Two Birds with One Stone
After what has seemed like an extended wait since its initial announcement, a shadow-drop of Hollow Knight Silksong could greatly benefit its success.
Hollow Knight: Silksong - Pharloom's Map Needs More Secrets Than Hallownest
Secrets formed a good chunk of Hollow Knight’s well-documented success, so Team Cherry should add even more to the tank for its sequel, Silksong.
Summer 2023 Already Has Its Own Hollow Knight: Silksong and Bloodborne Planned
While fans eagerly wait for Hollow Knight: Silksong and anything from FromSoftware, two hotly anticipated games are scheduled to release this summer.
Despite No Hollow Knight: Silksong, Soulslike Fans Got a Big Sequel at Nintendo’s Indie World Showcase
Hollow Knight: Silksong misses out on another appearance opportunity, but that hole was filled by a hotly anticipated Soulslike Metroidvania indie.
Upcoming Nintendo Event Has Fans Hoping for Hollow Knight: Silksong News This Week
A newly-announced Nintendo event has fans hoping that Hollow Knight: Silksong news is coming sooner rather than later.
Fans of Hollow Knight: Silksong and Bionic Commando Shouldn't Miss This New Metroidvania
A satisfying new Metroidvania with a unique map traversal mechanic calls to mind the best platforming challenges from Hollow Knight.