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Hollow Knight: Silksong stars Hornet as she’s imprisoned and brought over to a new kingdom! Fight and find your way out and survive against all-new insect monsters! Read on to learn how it plays, what it’s about, and everything else we know so far.
Hollow Knight: Silksong Story
Hollow Knight: Silksong Story Plot
While Team Cherry has yet to unveil the full story behind Hollow Knight: Silksong, they have shared that the game will follow Hornet, Hallownest’s fierce princess-protector, as she navigates a vast and unfamiliar world. Stranded far from home, Hornet must confront new foes, forge alliances, and unravel the mysteries of this strange land. Her journey will take her on a pilgrimage to the kingdom’s peak, challenging her skill and resolve every step of the way.
Hollow Knight: Silksong Setting
Though much about Hollow Knight: Silksong’s setting remains a mystery, promotional material hints at an expansive, richly varied world that may or may not lie within Hallownest’s borders. Described as a “strange new land,” it’s equally plausible that this game introduces an entirely new kingdom.
What we do know is that this setting will be as breathtakingly diverse as the original, featuring lush mossy grottos, ethereal coral forests, gleaming citadels, gilded cities, lakes of fire, and mist-shrouded moors. Each of these environments promises to deepen the game’s atmosphere, immersing players in an intricate world full of secrets and challenges.
Hollow Knight: Silksong Characters
Hornet
So far, the only confirmed character in Hollow Knight: Silksong is Hornet, the princess-protector of Hallownest and fan-favorite sister figure from the original game. Stoic, graceful, and exceptionally agile, Hornet brings a strikingly different approach to combat, introducing a dynamic, balletic fighting style that contrasts with the more grounded, straightforward combat of The Knight in Hollow Knight.
Armed with a slender needle instead of a Nail, Hornet uses her iconic silk thread both as a recall for her weapon and a tool to ensnare enemies mid-fight.
Other characters are yet to receive any details about their names, identities, significance to the story, or in-game function. We’ll update this article with new information about Hollow Knight: Silksong characters as soon as it is available, so stay tuned!
Hollow Knight: Silksong Gameplay
Silksong will continue the original’s most beloved 2D Metroidvania mechanics but with a more free-flowing graceful flair. Hornet will be able to do whatever Knight could do, but with more agile flexibility. However, the new Kingdom is home to all sorts of new enemies that will no doubt prove troublesome for Hornet. Master movement and combat and fight your way through!
To help you on your journey, you will be met with friendly allies who might offer advice and wisdom, or even a whole quest! You will have a journal to keep track of all the quests you’ve accumulated to fulfill them all. On your adventures, you might also find peculiar tools and weapons that will help you deal with the fiendish monsters of the mysterious kingdom you wander. Gather these tools and utilize them to their maximum potential!
All of those aforementioned shall be instrumental in your journey, as you will be faced with countless challenging bosses that will test your utmost abilities. If the original title is anything to go by, the bosses will provide you with the most rage-inducing challenges you will ever encounter, so be prepared!
Recommend the game to:
⚫︎ People who enjoyed the first Hollow Knight game
⚫︎ Players who enjoy Metroidvania-style games
⚫︎ Players who enjoy difficult boss fights and precision platforming
⚫︎ Players who appreciate intricate, detailed backgrounds with 2D sprites
Lethal Acrobatic Action
Hollow Knight: Silksong is set to push the precision gameplay of the original to new heights, focusing on fast-paced, acrobatic maneuvers that demand skillful timing. As Hornet, players will experience a more dynamic combat and movement system, reflecting her agility and finesse compared to her sibling, The Knight.
Combat will revolve around an intricate loop of jumping, dashing, grappling, and even hooking onto enemies, challenging players to manage both their positioning and their foes’ movements simultaneously. While specific moves haven’t been confirmed, glimpses from promo material suggest that Silksong will deliver a fresh and exhilarating Metroidvania experience—one that raises the bar for precision and strategy in the genre.
New Quests, Boss Fights, Areas, Friends, and Tools
This fresh setting in Hollow Knight: Silksong promises more than just new areas and hazards; it introduces bustling towns filled with NPCs, shops, and secrets waiting to be uncovered. As Hornet navigates these unfamiliar surroundings, players can expect even more of the signature Hollow Knight charm—exciting side quests, challenging platforming segments, memorable new allies, and an array of tools to enhance both movement and combat.
True to the series, Silksong will also bring a fresh lineup of bosses that will test players’ skills in thrilling, edge-of-your-seat battles. With an expanded world and new faces to meet, it’s shaping up to be an adventure filled with rich surprises and intense challenges for fans to dive into.
Is Hollow Knight: Silksong Multiplayer?
No, Hollow Knight: Silksong is a single-player game
As with the original Hollow Knight game, Hollow Knight: Silksong
Hollow Knight: Silksong System Requirements
At the moment, Team Cherry is yet to release the official system requirements for Hollow Knight: Silksong. We’ll update this article with that information as soon as it comes out, so stay tuned!
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Hollow Knight: Silksong Product Information
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| Title | HOLLOW KNIGHT: SILKSONG |
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| Release Date | TBA |
| Developer | Team Cherry |
| Publisher | Team Cherry |
| Supported Platforms | PC(Steam), PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch |
| Genre | Action, 2D Platformer, Metroidvania |
| Number of Players | 1 |
| Rating | GRAC 12+ |
| Official Website | Hollow Knight: Silksong Official Website |
