Silksong fans finally get the price tag and launch time they’ve been waiting for.
After years of near-total silence, an agonizingly drawn-out wait, and a development journey spanning seven years, the moment both fans and critics have been waiting for is finally upon us – or, more accurately, the week of reckoning has arrived. On August 21, during a special YouTube premiere held alongside Gamescom, Team Cherry officially revealed the long-anticipated release date for Hollow Knight: Silksong, announcing that the game will debut on digital storefronts this Thursday, September 4 – a date many have likely already marked on their calendars.
So why revisit the story now, just days before launch? The answer lies in a recent surge of speculation across fan communities and social media. Reports claimed that Team Cherry’s sequel would debut at the surprisingly accessible price of $19.99 – a move both unexpected and commendable, reflecting the studio’s enduring philosophy and standing in stark contrast to the steadily rising costs of modern gaming. The news immediately sparked a mix of surprise, excitement, and cautious skepticism among fans, many of whom questioned whether the price accurately reflects the game’s scope and value.
Too Good To Be True?
To put any lingering doubts and speculation to rest, Team Cherry addressed the matter directly with a dedicated statement via the game’s official channels, revealing both the final retail price and the complete global release schedule – effectively laying speculation to rest and providing much-needed clarity for players worldwide.
According to the announcement, the sequel to the award-winning Hollow Knight, starring Hornet, will retail for $19.99 in the U.S., €19.99 in Europe, and ¥2300 in Japan – exactly matching the figures that had circulated in earlier rumors. Yet pricing was only part of the news: the statement also revealed the game’s exact global unlock times, specifying when players worldwide will finally be able to step into Hornet’s shoes – 7 a.m. PT, 10 a.m. ET, 4 p.m. CEST, and 11 p.m. JST.
Hollow Knight: Silksong Launches in Just Three Days
Are you ready to ascend the peak of a vast, haunted kingdom, woven with silk and song? Hollow Knight: Silksong launches on September 4 and will be available on PC via Steam, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and DRM-free through GOG and Humble Bundle. The game will also be available on Game Pass from day one.
To whet your appetite ahead of launch, be sure to watch the launch trailer – a final, tantalizing glimpse into the hauntingly beautiful world of Pharloom before you step into Hornet’s shoes and embark on your adventure.
That’s all for now. Until next time!
