Finally Announced: ‘Hollow Knight: Silksong’ Launching on September 4… New Trailer Reveals 40+ Bosses

Team Cherry has revealed the release date for ‘Hollow Knight: Silksong’ after a long wait. The release date is set for September 4, 2025, announced alongside a new trailer that is about 2 minutes long.

New Trailer Highlights: Hornet's Journey, 200+ Enemies, 40+ Bosses

The released video features the protagonist Hornet exploring gloomy graveyards, swamps, and bustling cities, showcasing numerous new insect-like NPCs, diverse enemies, and bosses. The trailer specifies "over 200 new enemies" and "more than 40 bosses," hinting at high-intensity platform action reminiscent of the Ori series with escape sequences.

Announced in 2019 → Released in 2025… The End of a Long Wait

‘Silksong’ has remained silent for a long time since its initial announcement in 2019. It was re-revealed at the Xbox Bethesda Showcase in June 2022, raising expectations of a "release within 12 months," but speculation about the release timing continued without any separate comments from Team Cherry. Over the years, the community has produced memes and jokes asking, "Will it come out this time?" during various showcases, and recently, excitement peaked with news of a playable demo at Gamescom and a short tease during Opening Night Live.

Platforms and Services: Switch, PC, Xbox (Game Pass), PS4, PS5

Initially, it was known to launch only on Nintendo Switch and PC, but it has since expanded to include Xbox (including Game Pass) and PlayStation 4 and 5. A simultaneous release across various platforms has been announced, drawing attention to details such as frame and loading optimization on next-gen consoles and DualSense support.

Gameplay Variations: Reinterpretation of Movement Mechanics, Tools, and Metroidvania Rhythm

The combat rhythm, characterized by Hornet's fast movement and vertical/diagonal maneuvers, is expected to inherit the precise timing action of its predecessor while being varied with a new crafting/tool system and contract-type quests. The expanded area structure and environmental gimmicks are likely to create a more intricate loop of exploration, combat, and escape.

Community Jokes Become Reality: ‘Silksoon’

For years, the community has humorously consumed release rumors through chocolate cake recipes, clown makeup memes, and more. With this announcement, the phrase "Silksong lovers, it’s finally Silksoon" has become a reality, providing a clear milestone for a fandom weary from the long wait.

Meanwhile, ‘Hollow Knight: Silksong’ aims for a simultaneous global release on September 4, 2025, and it is expected to be playable in Korea on the same date.