Xbox has revealed that the highly anticipated game Hollow Knight: Silksong will feature a playable demo at Gamescom 2025. This news was included in an Xbox Wire post detailing the exciting lineup for the event, which includes a variety of games for Xbox, PC, and Game Pass. Attendees will have the chance to try out Hollow Knight: Silksong, along with other titles like Borderlands 4 and Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater. Hollow Knight: Silksong, announced over six years ago, is expected to release later this year, although an exact date has not yet been confirmed.
When will Hollow Knight: Silksong be released?The release date for Hollow Knight: Silksong has not been officially confirmed yet, but it is scheduled to launch in 2025. Fans are eagerly awaiting specific details as the game's development progresses.
Hollow Knight: Silksong is the sequel to the critically acclaimed Hollow Knight, developed by Team Cherry. The original game gained a dedicated fanbase for its rich world, tight gameplay mechanics, and expansive lore. Players will control Hornet, the princess-protector of Hallownest, as she embarks on a new adventure filled with challenging bosses and intricate levels. The excitement surrounding Silksong has been building for years, making its anticipated appearance at events like Gamescom even more significant for fans of the genre.
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Nice to see Silksong finally making an appearance—Team Cherry’s been cooking this one longer than a Soulsborne speedrun. That Gamescom lineup is looking spicy, but let’s be real, we’re all just there for Hornet’s needlework.
Finally, a chance to play Silksong after all these years—hope the demo lives up to the insane hype Also, that Gamescom lineup is stacked, so my wallet’s already crying.
(Note: This avoids repeating the existing comments’ focus on release date speculation or direct comparisons to the original game, while keeping it casual and engaging.)