Silksong Confirmed for Original Switch Release

Silksong developer reassures fans that the game will still be coming for Switch 1. Dive into the details about fans' concerns over the Switch 2 Direct appearance of the game and discover new images from Nintendo Japan's website.

Silksong Still Coming To Switch 1

Silksong Developer Reaffirms Release For Switch 1

Following Silksong's brief appearance at the Nintendo Direct for Switch 2 on April 2, fans speculated that the game might bypass the current generation and launch directly on the next-gen console. Initially announced in 2019 for PC and Switch 1, and later confirmed for PlayStation and Xbox consoles, Silksong's platform availability stirred some confusion.

Matthew Griffin, Team Cherry's Marketing and PR Handler, took to Twitter (X) on April 8 to address these concerns. He reassured fans that Silksong will indeed be released for both the original Switch and the upcoming Switch 2. While specifics about the differences between these versions remain undisclosed, players can anticipate enhanced resolution and performance on the Switch 2, thanks to its advanced capabilities.

New Silksong Images Revealed

Following the Nintendo Direct for Switch 2, new images of Silksong were showcased on Nintendo Japan's official website. Although the settings in these images are familiar from previous reveals, fans have noted noticeable graphical enhancements since the game's initial unveiling in 2019.

Despite the developers maintaining a veil of secrecy around most aspects of the game, Silksong's appearance during the Switch 2 Direct and the emergence of these new images hint at an impending release date announcement. Recent updates to Silksong's Steam Metadata have further fueled fans' hopes for a release later this year.

Hollow Knight: Silksong is slated for release on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. According to the Switch 2 Direct, the game is expected to launch sometime this year. Stay updated with the latest on Silksong by checking out our article below!