Hollow Knight: Silksong, the highly anticipated sequel to the beloved Metroidvania, will indeed be coming to the original Nintendo Switch upon release, as confirmed by Team Cherry's Marketing and PR Director. After months of silence, the game resurfaced during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, reigniting excitement among fans. While the precise launch date remains uncertain, Switch owners can rest assured they won’t need to upgrade their console to experience Hollow Knight: Silksong.

The Nintendo Switch 2 showcase was packed with announcements, but none were as thrilling as the confirmation that Silksong will arrive on the new platform. The brief teaser also revealed a 2025 release window, though the month and day are still under wraps. While this update delighted fans, it also raised questions about the original Switch version—questions that Team Cherry has now definitively answered.

The wait for Hollow Knight: Silksong might finally be coming to an end. This is what is known about the highly anticipated sequel right now.

Matthew Griffin, responsible for Silksong's marketing and publishing, clarified via Twitter on April 7 that the original Switch will indeed receive the game at launch. This confirmation eases concerns, especially given the Switch 2's controversial pricing for both the console and its games. Many players may prefer sticking with their current Switch rather than upgrading immediately.

Even if the game weren't coming to the original Switch, fans would still have plenty of options. Beyond Xbox, PlayStation, and Steam, a recent update confirmed Silksong's availability on GeForce Now, making it accessible via cloud gaming. Additionally, Team Cherry's sequel will debut on Xbox Game Pass, allowing subscribers to play it without a separate purchase.

As for the release date, details remain scarce. While the Switch 2 presentation reaffirmed a 2025 launch, rumors suggest a possible June release, aligning with the Switch 2's expected launch window. A trusted leaker recently claimed Silksong would arrive by June 2025 "at the latest", though fans should treat such claims with caution. Regardless, recent developments indicate that Hollow Knight: Silksong's long-awaited debut may finally be on the horizon.