Silksong Set for Original Switch Release as Planned

Silksong is still set to launch on the original Nintendo Switch, much to the relief of eager fans. Dive into the details about the community's concerns following the game's appearance at the Switch 2 Direct, and explore new images released by Nintendo Japan.

Silksong Developer Reaffirms Release for Switch 1

Following the brief showcase of Silksong at the Nintendo Direct for Switch 2 on April 2, many fans speculated that the game might bypass the current generation console entirely. Originally announced in 2019 for PC and the original Switch, Silksong was later confirmed for PlayStation and Xbox consoles by developer Team Cherry.

To address fans' concerns, Matthew Griffin, Team Cherry's Marketing and PR Handler, took to Twitter (X) on April 8. He clarified that Silksong is indeed planned for release on both the original Switch and the upcoming Switch 2. While specifics on how the versions might differ remain under wraps, it's anticipated that the Switch 2 version will leverage the console's enhanced capabilities for a higher resolution experience.

New Silksong Images Revealed

Following the Nintendo Direct for Switch 2, fresh images of Silksong surfaced on Nintendo Japan's official website. Though the settings depicted were familiar to fans, the graphics showcased noticeable improvements over the visuals from the 2019 reveal.

Despite the silence from developers on many details, Silksong's appearance at the Switch 2 Direct and these new images hint at an imminent release date announcement. Recent updates to Silksong's Steam Metadata have further fueled fans' anticipation for a 2023 release.

Hollow Knight: Silksong is slated to launch on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. With the Switch 2 Direct hinting at a release within this year, keep an eye on our updates for the latest news on Silksong!