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Hollow Knight: Silksong

Hollow Knight Silksong is a 2D action platformer developed by Team Cherry. Commonly associated with the Metroidvania genre, Silksong lets players control Hornet, a creature who previously appeared as a boss in the first game. New to Silksong over its predecessor is a crafting mechanic, instant healing, as well as a quest system.

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Hollow Knight: Silksong Tag Page Cover Art
Metroidvania
Action
Adventure
Soulslike
Released
September 4, 2025
ESRB
Everyone 10+ / Fantasy Violence, Mild Blood
Developer(s)
Team Cherry
Publisher(s)
Team Cherry
Engine
Unity
Prequel(s)
Hollow Knight

Become the Princess Knight
 

As the lethal hunter Hornet, adventure through a kingdom ruled by silk and song! Captured and taken to this unfamiliar world, prepare to battle mighty foes and solve ancient mysteries as you ascend on a deadly pilgrimage to the kingdom’s peak.


Hollow Knight: Silksong is the epic sequel to Hollow Knight, the award winning action-adventure. Journey to all-new lands, discover new powers, battle vast hordes of bugs and beasts and uncover secrets tied to your nature and your past.

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Silksong: How to Unlock Steel Soul Mode (Permadeath)
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Steel Soul Mode is a permadeath game mode in Hollow Knight: Silksong, where players only have one life. Here’s how to unlock it early.

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How to Get Through The Mist in Silksong
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Players who are lost in the Mist, a confusing area in Hollow Knight: Silksong, can find all the information they need in this guide.

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To beat the Widow in Silksong, you must avoid its downward slash and follow-up while also maneuvering around bell projectiles and damaging ground.

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Silksong: Sister Splinter Boss Guide
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To beat Sister Splinter, Silksong players must dodge its slam attacks, quickly destroy thorny vines, and avoid being hit by summoned enemies.

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Silksong: How to Get the Reaper Crest
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The Crest of the Reaper comes with a great down slash which makes platforming much easier. Here is how players can acquire it in Silksong.

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How to Get to Act 2 in Silksong
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To complete Act 1 and progress to Act 2, Silksong players must beat one of the hardest bosses in the game at the entrance to the Citadel.

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How to Unlock Hollow Knight Silksong Act 3
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Players will need to complete the Silk and Soul wish to unlock the secret third act of Hollow Knight: Silksong. This guide explains how.

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