Silksong Stays on Original Switch: Report

Team Cherry has confirmed Hollow Knight: Silksong will still launch on the original Nintendo Switch as planned. Learn why fans were concerned about the game appearing in the Switch 2 presentation and view newly revealed images from Nintendo's Japanese website.

Silksong Will Launch on Original Switch System

Developers Confirm Switch 1 Version Still Coming

When Silksong briefly appeared during the April 2 Switch 2 Nintendo Direct, many players feared it might skip the current console generation. Originally announced in 2019 for PC and Switch 1, the game later expanded to PlayStation and Xbox platforms.

Team Cherry's marketing lead Matthew Griffin addressed these concerns via Twitter on April 8, confirming the title will release for both Switch and Switch 2. While official details about version differences remain unconfirmed, the Switch 2 iteration will likely feature enhanced resolution and hardware optimization.

Fresh Game Images Surface

Following the Switch 2 presentation, Nintendo Japan shared updated Silksong screenshots. Though depicting familiar locations, these images showcase noticeable graphical refinements compared to the 2019 reveals.

The new marketing materials and Direct appearance suggest a release date announcement may be imminent. Recent updates to Silksong's Steam listing have further fueled speculation about a 2024 launch window.

Hollow Knight: Silksong will release on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and PC. The Switch 2 presentation indicated it will arrive later this year. For continuous updates about the game, check our coverage below.