Team Cherry released Hollow Knight: Silksong. The game is a sequel to the 2017 hit Hollow Knight. Players can enjoy Silksong without playing the original. The new game offers clearer objectives and updated mechanics. Some changes, like the diagonal downward slash, may surprise returning players. Silksong's story follows Hornet, a prisoner in a strange land. The game's music and mysterious world have drawn praise. While playing the first game might provide more context, starting with Silksong can recreate the intrigue that made Hollow Knight popular. (Updated 6 Sep 2025, 04:16 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Team Cherry released Hollow Knight: Silksong
- The game is a sequel to the 2017 hit Hollow Knight
- Players can enjoy Silksong without playing the original