"Silksong to Launch on Original Switch as Planned"
Fans of Hollow Knight: Silksong can breathe a sigh of relief as the game is still set to launch on the original Nintendo Switch, alongside its upcoming release on the Switch 2. The reassurance comes after the game made a brief appearance at the Nintendo Direct for Switch 2 on April 2, which sparked concerns among fans that it might skip the current-gen console.
Silksong Developer Reaffirms Release for Switch 1
Originally announced in 2019 for PC and the original Switch, Silksong later expanded its platform reach to include PlayStation and Xbox consoles. The confusion arose after its quick showcase during the Switch 2 Direct, leading fans to speculate about its availability on the current-gen Switch.
Matthew Griffin, Team Cherry's Marketing and PR Handler, took to Twitter (X) on April 8 to clear up the confusion. He confirmed that Silksong will indeed be available on both the original Switch and the Switch 2. While specifics on how the versions will differ remain under wraps, players can anticipate a higher resolution on the Switch 2, thanks to its enhanced capabilities.
New Silksong Images Revealed
Following the Switch 2 Direct, new images of Silksong surfaced on Nintendo Japan's official website. Although the showcased locations were familiar from previous reveals, fans noted some graphical enhancements since the initial 2019 showcase.
Despite the developers maintaining a veil of secrecy around the game, the recent Switch 2 Direct appearance and the updated images have fueled speculation that a release date announcement might be imminent. Additionally, recent updates to Silksong's Steam metadata have further ignited fans' hopes for a 2023 release.
Hollow Knight: Silksong is slated for release across multiple platforms, including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. Based on the information from the Switch 2 Direct, fans can look forward to the game launching sometime this year. To stay informed with the latest updates on Silksong, be sure to check out our related articles below!
