Hollow Knight: Silksong - All Revealed Details
Bandit! You're hankerin' for some juicy deets about Hollow Knight: Silksong, the eagerly-awaited sequel to the bone-chilling Metroidvania epic. Well, grab a bowl o' popcorn cause this here's the lowdown!
A delightful little morsel dropped during April's Nintendo Direct livestream - yes, after years of teeth-grinding silence - confirmed that Silksong would be stompin' its way to your Switch or PC this very year! If you're havin' trouble believin' it, don't take our word for it, here's a tidbit from Harvey - the trailer-blast suspect with a nose for news - spillin' the beans about Silksong's climb up the Steam Wishlist rankings. With that confirmation, the steam started to pour in, pushin' the game to the top of the wishlist once again.
Now, this isn't our first dance with Silksong. Back in 2019, we caught our first glimpse of the sequel, a spin-off of sorts, showcasing Hornet, the insectoid warrior queen slash hero of the original Hollow Knight. Since then, we've managed to snatch a few peeks at footage from Nintendo and Microsoft events, but we're still feelin' parched after those brief glimpses. Although your eyes might pop with hellfire when you see that short n' sweet gameplay from the Nintendo event, it's all we got for now, so enjoy the burning sensation, bandit!
So, what can expect from this awe-inspiring sequel? Well, we do know a few things, though your curiosity may be be feelin' a tad unslaked still. Hornet, the new protagonist, will be swingin' and slashin' through the fantastical kingdom of Pharloom, with new tools like bombs and spiked balls at her disposal, and a way to craft em, too.
Silksong introduces new currencies - Shell Shards and Rosaries - for repairin', craftin', and bargain huntin' as you kick ass and take names. Whether it be quests from yer pals or defendin' the land from the thousands of gruesome creatures lurkin' 'round every corner, you'll be workin' to get ahead in this magnificent land.
And, of course, let's not forget about the incredible soundtrack. Iconic composer Christopher Larkin, who collaborated on the original Hollow Knight score, will once again be workin' his magic, bringsin' triumphant strings and somber piano melodies to enhance the bone-chillin' atmosphere.
So, bandit, get ready to embark on a brand-new adventure, battlin' your way through the kingdom of Pharloom, cockin' and firin' your tools, gatherin' gold, and screamin' like a banshee as you conquer each bite o' this electrifyin' game. Saddle up, it's gonna be a wild ride, buddy!
Andrea ShearonEvergreen Writer
- In the anticipated sequel to Hollow Knight, titled Silksong, players will find themselves fighting their way through the kingdom of Pharloom.
- After years of quiet anticipation, Silksong has been officially announced for release on Switch or PC this year.
- The new protagonist, Hornet, will wield unique tools like bombs and spiked balls in her quest, with a crafting system to fabricate them.
- Along the journey, gamers will encounter new currencies, Shell Shards, and Rosaries, which can be used for repair, crafting, or trading.
- The game invites players to participate in quests, defend the land against threatening creatures, and climb the Steam Wishlist rankings, if they haven't already done so.
- The enchanting soundtrack for Silksong, composed by Christopher Larkin, combines triumphant strings and somber piano melodies to immerse players in the chilling atmosphere.
