Video game launch day chaos: 'Hollow Knight: Silksong' stumbles on Steam platform
In a highly anticipated event for gaming enthusiasts, Team Cherry's sequel to the acclaimed Hollow Knight, Silksong, was officially released on September 4, 2025. The game, which marks the end of a two-year silence from the creators, has been available on Steam, PS Store, and Nintendo eShop.
However, the release of Hollow Knight: Silksong was not without its challenges. The game was initially announced back in 2019, and since then, fans have been eagerly waiting for any updates. The wait was extended when Matthew Griffin, the director of marketing and publishing at Team Cherry, announced a delay from the first half of 2023 to an unspecified date in the second half of August 2025.
On the day of the release, users reported issues with the online stores of PlayStation and Nintendo, and there was an outage on Steam, PS Store, and Nintendo eShop. Many players attribute these outages to the launch of Hollow Knight: Silksong.
Despite the challenges, the game was released, and it was only accessible to registered users and subscribers. No new information about the game's price was provided, but it was noted that the game had a low price at the time of its release.
Since 2022, no new information about the game was shared until May 10, 2023. The official release date was announced during a special livestream by Team Cherry on August 21, 2025.
It's worth noting that no updates or puzzles were released for the game after 2022. As players delve into the world of Hollow Knight: Silksong, they will undoubtedly be excited to discover what new adventures await them in this much-anticipated sequel.
The delay and outages on major platforms may have caused some frustration for fans, but the release of Hollow Knight: Silksong has finally quenched the thirst of those who have been waiting for over six and a half years. The game is now available for registered users and subscribers to enjoy.
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