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First Update for Hollow Knight: Silksong Set to Make the Game Easier

Get ready, Hollow Knight players! The eagerly anticipated update for Silksong, bringing bug fixes, difficulty adjustments, and more, is set to drop next week!

Sophie Laurent · 2 min read

Easing Early Stages of Hollow Knight: Silksong with Patch Adjustments

Team Cherry announced the first update for Hollow Knight: Silksong will release by next Friday. Patch 1.0.28470, currently in beta on Steam and GOG, addresses technical glitches and refines gameplay to ease the game's early stages. The patch notes confirm specific adjustments, including making the Moorwing and Sister Splinter bosses easier, reducing Sandcarver damage, and adjusting item prices. Hollow Knight: Silksong launched on September 4th across PC, Mac, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.

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If you're a fan of Hollow Knight Silksong and have been facing some challenges with the game’s difficulty, Jonathan Dubinski explores how the community has stepped up to help. His latest piece, "Hollow Knight Silksong Already Welcomes Free Content That's Going to Change Everything," published on September 9, 2025, delves into a fan-made mod that could make your gaming experience much smoother. Check it out here Hollow Knight Silksong Already Welcomes Free Content That's Going to Change Everything to see how this innovative solution is already changing the game for players worldwide! If you're finding Hollow Knight: Silksong a bit too breezy and are itching for a real challenge, Marcus Thompson’s latest post delves into an intriguing solution (September 9th). Discover how the classic Konami Code can transform your gaming experience by unlocking "Steel Mode," turning every death into a permanent setback. Dive deeper into this exciting find at Found Hollow Knight: Silksong Too Easy? Use the Konami Code! and see if you have what it takes to conquer Silksong in its most demanding form. If you're looking for a lodging option that blends the comfort of home with the convenience of hotel services, check out our latest guide on apart-hotels. Ahmed Hassan’s insightful piece, "Apart Hotel: The Ultimate Guide to Making the Right Choice," published on September 9, 2025, delves into how these unique accommodations offer an ideal solution for both long-term stays and short trips. From kitchen facilities that cut down on food costs to dedicated workspaces and leisure amenities, apart-hotels provide a versatile option tailored to various traveler needs. Discover the benefits of this lodging choice and learn key considerations when making your next booking Apart Hotel: The Ultimate Guide to Making the Right Choice.

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Game info

Official Name
Hollow Knight: Silksong
Brief Summary
Play as Hornet, princess-protector of Hallownest, and adventure through a whole new kingdom ruled by silk and song! Captured and brought to this unfamiliar world, Hornet must battle foes and solve mysteries as she ascends on a deadly pilgrimage to the kingdom’s peak. Hollow Knight: Silksong is the epic sequel to Hollow Knight, the epic action-adventure of bugs and heroes. As the lethal hunter Hornet, journey to all-new lands, discover new powers, battle vast hordes of bugs and beasts and uncover ancient secrets tied to your nature and your past.
Platforms
PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Released
September 4, 2025
Genre
Platform, Adventure, Indie
Play Modes
Single player
Content Rating
7
Languages
Chinese (Simplified), English, French, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese (Brazil)
Genre
Team Cherry
Genre
Team Cherry
Ratings
93/100 (39 reviews)

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