Team Cherry announced that their acclaimed game Hollow Knight has officially reached 15 million copies sold, marking a significant milestone for the indie title since its launch in 2017. This news coincides with the long-awaited reveal of the release date for its sequel, Hollow Knight: Silksong, set to launch on September 4, 2025. Hollow Knight's initial success can be attributed to its availability across multiple platforms, including PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One, with a notable surge in sales following its release on these systems. As anticipation builds for Hollow Knight: Silksong, Team Cherry is already planning additional content for the sequel, ensuring that the franchise remains vibrant in the indie gaming landscape.
What is Hollow Knight about?Hollow Knight is a metroidvania action-adventure game set in the hauntingly beautiful world of Hallownest, where players explore vast landscapes, engage in challenging combat, and uncover deep lore surrounding the fallen kingdom. The game is known for its art style, rich storytelling, and intricate level design.
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Honestly, it's so cool to see an indie darling like Hollow Knight hit those AAA numbers without losing its soul. Can't wait to dive back into that beautifully bleak world when Silksong drops
Man, 15 million copies is absolutely wild for an indie game—really shows how much love there is for this little bug world. Stoked to finally have a date for Silksong, even if 2025 feels like a lifetime away