After a long wait of six years filled with delays, Hollow Knight: Silksong is set to release on September 4, 2025. The excitement surrounding the game draws attention to a decade-old Reddit post about its predecessor, which provides a fascinating contrast to how the franchise, led by Team Cherry, has evolved.
In the original post from ten years ago by user crazy_loop, a trailer for Hollow Knight was shared, highlighting the aspiration of a friend who left his job to make a game. The poster expressed pride in this endeavor, stating, “Today he just released a trailer and it looks beyond amazing.” However, many Reddit users were skeptical about its potential success, citing a saturated market of side-scrolling platformers. Some felt the game lacked the innovation seen in other titles, predicting it would struggle to find its audience.
Fast forward to today, and the scenario is drastically different. Hollow Knight has sold over 15 million copies and is currently enjoying a peak concurrent player count on Steam, thanks to the hype surrounding Silksong. The sequel is significant enough that other game developers have delayed their releases to avoid competition on its launch date.
Notably, Hollow Knight: Silksong will be priced at $20, a modest increase from the original game. It will be available on multiple platforms, including PC, PlayStation 4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch, with a day one release on Game Pass.
This journey reflects not only the growth of a small indie game into a major beloved franchise but also illustrates how initial skepticism can be overcome by exceptional talent and dedication in game development.
