Hollow Knight: Silksong Nintendo Switch Review – The Long-Awaited Sequel

Hollow Knight: Silksong is the highly anticipated sequel to the beloved 2017 Metroidvania masterpiece. Players take control of Hornet, the silk-wielding princess, on a new adventure through Pharloom.

Hollow Knight Silksong Gameplay

New Protagonist, New Abilities

Hornet brings a completely different moveset: silk-based attacks, needle and thread combat, and new movement abilities that feel fresh yet familiar to fans.

Vast New World

Pharloom is a kingdom filled with secrets, new enemy types, and challenging bosses. The interconnected map promises the same sense of discovery as the original.

Hollow Knight Silksong World

Story Continuation

Picking up after the original’s ending, Silksong follows Hornet’s journey as she tries to return home — but home has changed in unexpected ways.

Metroidvania Excellence

True to Team Cherry’s design philosophy: tight controls, punishing-but-fair combat, and countless secrets to uncover through exploration.

Pros and Cons

Pros: Tight Metroidvania gameplay, unique protagonist, vast new world, challenging bosses.

Cons: High difficulty curve, some may prefer the original’s world.

Metacritic Score

Metacritic: 90/100 (estimated based on early reviews). Universal acclaim for its gameplay depth.

How Long to Beat

Main Story: 20-30 hours. Completionist: 40-50+ hours.

Final Verdict

Silksong delivers on years of anticipation. Essential for Metroidvania fans and Hollow Knight enthusiasts.

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