Gamescom had a flurry of bulletins throughout the ONL presentation, but in addition glimpses of already-announced video games, together with the long-awaited sequel to Hollow Knight, Hollow Knight: Silksong. Taking over the position of Hornet this time round, the princess-protector is on a lethal pilgrimage in an unfamiliar world. At Gamescom, we obtained to go hands-on with the sport, and you’ll take a look at the brand new gameplay within the video beneath.
As the sport was delayed time and time once more, followers grew to become more and more angsty about when it will really be launched. However right here we’re, and sure, we have performed it, however there is a small caveat…which we’ll get into.
Whereas it isn’t the perfect audio, so you’ll be able to’t recognize the somber tones of Christopher Larkin’s rating, you get the thought of how Hornet strikes and the way her assaults work. As she was within the first Hollow Knight recreation, Hornet is supplied together with her trusty needle, which additionally encompasses a charged-up assault to perform a little bit extra harm. The boss combat with Mom was easy sufficient, and it is nice to lastly dive again into the world of Hollow Knight once more.
Nonetheless, it’s possible you’ll acknowledge the footage, as we obtained to play this identical portion of the sport again at E3 in 2019. Possibly Staff Cherry does not need to give something away and felt this was essentially the most put-together stage to start out out with for gamers who might need performed both Hollow Knight or did not get an opportunity six years in the past.
There’s a particular presentation for the sport on Thursday, which may lastly reveal an official launch date and extra info on the story itself. Staff Cherry has stated the sport shall be prepared in time for a 2025 launch.