Recently, fans of Hollow Knight: Silksong were delighted with a sneak peek into the game through new screenshots, showcasing refreshed shots of familiar places like the city of Bellhart. Although Team Cherry hasn’t set a specific launch date yet, they plan to release the sequel this year, and it’s confirmed to run on both the original Switch and the upcoming Switch 2.
Ever since Hollow Knight wowed players back in 2017, anticipation has been building for its follow-up. Announced in 2019, Silksong promises to take players on a thrilling adventure with Hornet, a character many remember from the first game. What’s clear from these sneak peeks is that the upcoming game aims to elevate the experience with striking environments and formidable new bosses. Recently, followers of the franchise got a bit more assurance about Silksong’s progress with a short clip from the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct event in early April, giving hope for a 2025 release.
After the teaser, some additional images surfaced on the Nintendo Japan website. Astute Hollow Knight observer and developer mossbag69 quickly pointed out these updates on Twitter. Three specific scenes were revisited: Bellhart, a battle against Lace, and the starting room. Changes were evident, particularly in Bellhart, which saw enhanced details and design improvements since its first reveal. These elements have been compared with previous PlayStation images from the initial announcement, offering a rich before-and-after look at the game’s visual evolution.
These recent visuals, while not introducing brand new areas, have reignited excitement among fans eager for any glimpse into Silksong’s development process. With over 37K likes on mossbag69’s tweet, it’s easy to see the buzz surrounding the next release from Team Cherry. There was also good news for those worried about platform compatibility; Matthew Griffen, responsible for marketing and publishing, assured in a social media post that the game would grace the original Switch, in addition to the newer console.
Overall, these small updates have breathed new life into the Hollow Knight community. Though the wait continues without a solid release date, the enthusiasm remains palpable as fans look forward to further announcements.
