Team Cherry has shared new update that looks back on a landmark year for its beloved Hollow Knight universe while quietly setting the stage for what comes next. With player numbers climbing and fresh developments underway behind the scenes, the studio is preparing fans for another significant chapter ahead.
Team Cherry has outlined what’s next for its acclaimed sequel following a major commercial milestone, with Hollow Knight; Silksong sales reaching new heights and fresh content now firmly on the roadmap.
The studio’s update signals continued long-term support for the game, alongside broader plans to refresh the wider Hollow Knight catalogue heading into 2026.
Importance: The update highlights how Hollow Knight: Silksong sales are fueling long-term support, with free expansions and platform upgrades showing how indie games can thrive well beyond launch.
Building on the momentum of Hollow Knight: SIlksong sales, which have now surpassed seven million purchases in addition to a large Xbox Game Pass audience, Team Cherry confirmed that the game’s first major expansion is already in development.
New Areas, Bosses, and Tools for Hornet
The free update, titles Sea of Sorrow, will introduce new areas, bosses, tools, and challenges through a nautical-themed continuation of Hornet’s journey, slated to arrive in 2026.
Alongside Silksong’s expansion, the studio revealed a Hollow Knight Nintendo Switch 2 edition featuring higher frame rates, increased resolutions, and added visual effects, with a free upgrade planned for existing Switch owners.
New Silksong Mini-Figurines Released
Updates and bug fixes are also being rolled out across all current platforms, with PC players already able to test improvements—including ultrawide aspect ratio support—via public betas on Steam and GOG.
Rounding out the announcement, new Silksong mini-figurines have been unveiled through Fangamer, while Team Cherry teased additional plans for 2026 after a short development task.
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