Silksong is set to launch on the original Nintendo Switch as initially planned, alleviating concerns among fans. Dive into the details regarding the game's appearance in the Switch 2 Direct and explore new images from Nintendo Japan's website.
Silksong Developer Reaffirms Release for Switch 1
Following its brief showcase at the Nintendo Direct for Switch 2 on April 2, fans speculated that Silksong might bypass the current-gen console. Announced back in 2019 for PC and the original Switch, Silksong's scope expanded with confirmed releases for PlayStation and Xbox consoles years later.
On April 8, Matthew Griffin, Team Cherry's Marketing and PR Handler, took to Twitter (X) to address fans' worries about the game's platform availability. Griffin confirmed that Silksong will be available on both the original Switch and the upcoming Switch 2.
While specifics on the differences between the versions remain under wraps, players can anticipate enhanced graphics and performance on the Switch 2, thanks to its upgraded hardware.
New Silksong Images Revealed
Post the Switch 2 Direct, Nintendo Japan's official website unveiled fresh images of Silksong. Although the settings depicted were familiar from previous reveals, fans observed noticeable graphical enhancements since the 2019 showcase.
Despite the developers maintaining a veil of secrecy over most details, Silksong's appearance in the Switch 2 Direct and the release of new images hint at an impending announcement of a release date. Recent updates to Silksong's Steam Metadata have further fueled speculation of a 2023 release.
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. Following the Switch 2 Direct, anticipation builds for a release sometime this year. Keep yourself informed with the latest developments by checking out our article below!
