Silksong fans can breathe a sigh of relief as the game's developer confirms its release for the original Nintendo Switch. Dive into the details about the game's appearance at the Switch 2 Direct and explore new images from Nintendo Japan's website.

Silksong Still Coming To Switch 1

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-generation console. Initially announced in 2019 for PC and Switch 1, and later expanded to include PlayStation and Xbox, the game's platform availability was a topic of much discussion.

Matthew Griffin, Team Cherry's Marketing and PR Handler, took to Twitter (X) on April 8 to address these concerns. He confirmed that Silksong will indeed be available on both the original Switch and the upcoming Switch 2. While specifics on how these versions will vary are yet to be disclosed, players can anticipate enhanced visuals on the Switch 2, thanks to its advanced capabilities.

New Silksong Images Revealed

Post the Nintendo Direct for Switch 2, Nintendo Japan unveiled fresh images of Silksong on their official website. Although the settings in these images are familiar from earlier reveals, fans have spotted noticeable graphical enhancements since the 2019 showcase.

Despite the scarcity of detailed information from the developers, Silksong's appearance in the Switch 2 Direct and the new images hint at an upcoming release date announcement. Moreover, recent updates to Silksong's Steam Metadata have fueled fans' anticipation for a 2023 launch.

Hollow Knight: Silksong is slated for release across multiple platforms, including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. According to the Switch 2 Direct, fans can look forward to its launch sometime this year. Stay tuned to our articles for the latest updates on Silksong!