Silksong to Launch on Original Switch as Scheduled

Fans of Hollow Knight: Silksong can breathe a sigh of relief. The game's developer, Team Cherry, has confirmed that the much-anticipated sequel will indeed be released on the original Nintendo Switch, in addition to the upcoming Switch 2. This clarification came after the game made a brief appearance during the Nintendo Direct for Switch 2 on April 2, leading to speculation that it might skip the current generation console.

Silksong Developer Reaffirms Release For Switch 1

Originally announced in 2019 for PC and the first-generation Switch, Silksong has since been confirmed for PlayStation and Xbox consoles as well. Amidst fan concerns sparked by its appearance in the Switch 2 Direct, Team Cherry's Marketing and PR Handler, Matthew Griffin, took to Twitter (X) on April 8 to reassure fans. Griffin stated that Silksong will be available on both the original Switch and the Switch 2.

While there are no official details on how the versions will differ, it's expected that the Switch 2 version will benefit from higher resolution and enhanced features of the new console.

New Silksong Images Revealed

Following the Switch 2 Direct, new images of Silksong surfaced on Nintendo Japan's official website. These images, while showcasing familiar locations, displayed noticeable graphical enhancements compared to their initial reveal in 2019. Despite Team Cherry's usual reticence about the game's details, the recent activity, including changes to Silksong's Steam Metadata, has fueled speculation that a release date announcement could be imminent.

Hollow Knight: Silksong is slated for release on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. With indications from the Switch 2 Direct pointing towards a release sometime this year, fans are encouraged to stay tuned for further updates. For the latest news on Silksong, be sure to check out our dedicated article below!