Hollow Knight: Silksong

Hornet’s long-awaited journey begins.

After years of anticipation, Hollow Knight: Silksong is finally here. From Australian indie team Team Cherry, this sequel to the beloved Hollow Knight expands the formula with a new protagonist, a new kingdom, and fresh challenges.

Players step into the role of Hornet, protector of Hallownest, as she finds herself in the mysterious land of Pharloom. Agile, lethal, and graceful, Hornet transforms exploration into an acrobatic dance of blades, silk, and survival.

Official Trailer

Why It Stands Out

Massive anticipation: One of the most wish-listed games on Steam and a top indie release of 2025.
New protagonist: Play as Hornet, with a faster, more agile style than the Knight of the first game.
Vast new kingdom: Explore Pharloom, a world filled with towering citadels, moody forests, and deadly traps.
Fresh systems: Silk Soul Mode offers a whole new challenge for those who finish the game.
Day One Game Pass: Launching on PC, Xbox, Switch, and PlayStation, available day one on Game Pass.

What Critics Are Saying

Early previews from Gamescom and gaming outlets praise Silksong’s scope and polish:

“It takes everything great about Hollow Knight and makes it sharper, faster, and more beautiful.” — GamesRadar+
GamesRadar Hands-On Preview

“After 30 minutes with Hollow Knight: Silksong, I’m desperate to play another 100 hours of its refined, needle-sharp action.” — PC Gamer
Read the full hands-on at PC Gamer

Developer Spotlight: Team Cherry

Knight: Silksong is the second major project from Team Cherry, a three-person indie studio based in Adelaide, Australia. After the runaway success of Hollow Knight in 2017, expectations for Silksong soared. Despite the pressure, Team Cherry stayed quiet until it was ready — and now their vision is about to be in players’ hands.

Composer Christopher Larkin also returns, bringing another haunting, orchestral-meets-ambient soundtrack to Pharloom.

Final Thoughts

Few indie games have generated the level of excitement that Silksong has. With its elegant combat, haunting world, and years of anticipation, it’s not just a sequel — it’s one of the most important indie releases of the decade.