Hollow Knight: Silksong Coming on August 21
Hollow Knight: Silksong has been one of the most anticipated indie games for years. After a lot of teasing and guessing, Team Cherry has finally revealed big changes that will make the launch even more exciting.
There will be a special announcement on August 21.
Team Cherry has officially announced that they will be streaming a special Silksong presentation live on their YouTube channel on Thursday, August 21, 2025. Fans all over the world are guessing that this might finally give us a confirmed release date or, at the very least, new information about the gameplay.
First public showing of the Gamescom 2025 demo in six years
The fun doesn’t end there. Gamescom 2025, which will be in Cologne, Germany, from August 20 to 24, will be the first time people can play Hollow Knight: Silksong. People who come will be able to try out Hornet’s journey on both PC and the new ROG Xbox Ally X handheld device.
Key Dates & Events for Silksong
| Event | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Gamescom 2025 | August 20–24, 2025 | First-ever public demo of Hollow Knight: Silksong on PC & Xbox Ally X. |
| Team Cherry Special Announcement | August 21, 2025 | Streamed live on YouTube – expected to reveal major news (possibly release date). |
| ROG Xbox Ally Launch | October 16, 2025 | Handheld launch possibly tied to Silksong promotion. |
| Expected Release Window | Holiday 2025 (Nov–Dec) | Strong speculation for final release during the holiday season. |
Release Date: December 2025 Expected
There isn’t a set release date yet, but everything points to a holiday 2025 release. People who work in the industry say the game might come out between November and December, which could be when the ROG Xbox Ally comes out.
Hollow Knight: Silksong Reveal Trailer
Community Response: Fans Make Their Own Game
Fans have gotten so excited that they have started to be creative on their own. A group of fans has made Godgrounds, a free fighting game based on Hollow Knight. Even though it’s not official, it shows how strong the Silksong fan community is and keeps the excitement going while we wait.
There has been a long, quiet wait for Hollow Knight: Silksong, but the recent updates show that the wait is almost over. Fans might soon get the answers they’ve been waiting for thanks to the Gamescom 2025 demo and the special announcement on August 21.
If the release window is correct, Hornet’s adventure could be the best game of the 2025 holiday season.
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FAQ
The announcement will be streamed on August 21, 2025, via Team Cherry’s official YouTube channel.
Yes. A public demo will be available at Gamescom 2025 (August 20–24) in Cologne, Germany.
While no date is confirmed, strong hints point to a holiday 2025 release window.
Silksong is expected to release on PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox consoles, and Game Pass, with additional platforms possible.
Team Cherry expanded the game far beyond its original DLC scope, turning it into a full standalone sequel. The extended timeline reflects their focus on quality and polish.
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