Players leaping into Hollow Knight: Silksong on Nintendo Switch will have the ability to improve to the “enhanced” Switch 2 model for free.
That comes from Workforce Cherry itself, which defined in an update on Kickstarter that whereas OG Nintendo Switch keys shall be delivered on to backers through e mail, Switch 2 gamers might want to obtain the Silksong Improve Pack from the eShop to unlock “enhanced options” (thanks, Eurogamer).
“For Nintendo Switch 2 gamers, after redeeming your Nintendo Switch key and downloading the sport, you’ll moreover have to obtain the (free) Hollow Knight: Silksong Improve Pack from the eShop to unlock the platform’s enhanced options,” Workforce Cherry suggested.
Although not explicitly confirmed, this means the improve pack shall be accessible to all Silksong followers taking part in on Switch 2, no matter backer standing.
Backer surveys shut later at the moment, so for those who backed the workforce on Kickstarter, you’ve simply hours to get your survey accomplished to get your recreation key, so do not dangle round!
“I did not obtain a survey, however I’d truthfully choose to purchase the sport to assist you guys anyway,” commented one blissful participant. “It has been so lengthy that I truly forgot I used to be a backer of the unique! Congrats on lastly getting right here Workforce Cherry!”
Hollow Knight: Silksong will retail for simply $19.99. Sure, actually. Whereas there have been quite a lot of rumors over the previous couple of days — together with a $20 value on Gamestop (since eliminated) that was later corroborated by famous leaker Billbil-kun — developer Workforce Cherry has now confirmed it, revealing the sport will retail for $19.99 within the U.S., €19.99 in Europe, and ¥2300 in Japan.
Workforce Cherry lastly revealed a launch date for the long-awaited Hollow Knight: Silksong at gamescom: September 4, 2025. Count on a great deal of new insectoid NPCs, dreary graveyards, swamps, a bustling metropolis, new enemies, new bosses, an Ori-style escape sequence, and extra. It will be accessible on PC, Switch, Switch 2, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Collection X and S. Take a look at the Hollow Knight: Silksong international launch occasions to search out out when the sport shall be accessible in your timezone.
We tried out two ranges from the Hollow Knight Silksong demo at gamescom 2025, Moss Grotto and Deep Docks. One was straightforward, and one was very difficult, however does it reside as much as the hype? Discover out in our Hollow Knight: Silksong preview from the present ground.
For those who’re taking part in (or replaying) Hollow Knight earlier than Silksong, check out IGN’s newly refreshed Hollow Knight walkthrough and detailed Hollow Knight interactive map to be sure to do not miss any collectible places.
Vikki Blake is a reporter for IGN, in addition to a critic, columnist, and marketing consultant with 15+ years expertise working with among the world’s largest gaming websites and publications. She’s additionally a Guardian, Spartan, Silent Hillian, Legend, and perpetually Excessive Chaos. Discover her at BlueSky.