Hollow Knight: Silksong Dives into the Depths with "Sea of Sorrow" DLC Announced for 2026
Prepare to plunge into the abyss once more, adventurers! Team Cherry has officially unveiled the first major expansion for the highly anticipated Hollow Knight: Silksong, a breathtaking DLC titled Sea of Sorrow. Set to grace our screens in 2026, this new chapter promises to be a free addition for all loyal players, expanding the already vast and enigmatic world of Hallownest with a captivating maritime theme.
While specific details remain shrouded in mystery, much like the deepest trenches of the ocean, the developers have teased that Sea of Sorrow will usher in a wave of new content. Players can anticipate exploring uncharted aquatic locales, confronting formidable new bosses lurking beneath the surface, and acquiring innovative tools to aid them in their perilous journey. Team Cherry intends to reveal more concrete information as the release of Hollow Knight: Silksong – Sea of Sorrow draws nearer, maintaining an air of tantalizing anticipation.
A Glimpse into the Abyss: The Teaser Trailer's Enigmatic Allure
The announcement was accompanied by a teaser trailer that artfully evokes a sense of atmosphere rather than overtly revealing plot points. The short clip showcases a peculiar spherical object being struck by a bolt of lightning. The exact nature of this object – whether it's a sophisticated mechanism, a peculiar camera, or perhaps a submersible akin to a bathysphere – remains a tantalizing enigma, intentionally left for the community to ponder.
The fervor surrounding Silksong shows no signs of abating. The Sea of Sorrow trailer quickly garnered nearly 1.3 million views within a mere seven hours of its release, a testament to the enduring passion of its fanbase. This immense interest has also prompted Team Cherry to share remarkable sales figures for the base game, Hollow Knight: Silksong. In just over three months since its launch, the game has surpassed an astonishing 7 million copies sold. This figure notably excludes players who accessed the game through Xbox Game Pass, a platform where, according to the studio, "millions more" have experienced the adventure.
"This is truly an impressive player count, far more than we could have ever anticipated. Witnessing the community's growth, their amazing art, mods, unexpected strategies, and the support players show each other during challenging in-game trials has been incredibly rewarding for us," the developers shared, expressing their profound gratitude and awe at the reception.
Nostalgia Reimagined: Original Hollow Knight Receives Updates
In parallel with the excitement for Silksong's expansion, Team Cherry also provided an update on the beloved original, Hollow Knight. An enhanced version is slated for release on the Switch 2 next year, while PC players can already access these improvements. Beta versions on Steam and GOG now boast full support for 16:10 and 21:9 aspect ratios, a boon for players utilizing Steam Decks or ultrawide monitors. Alongside these visual enhancements, numerous bug fixes have been implemented. A particularly welcomed, albeit minor, change is the ability to pause the game while the inventory is open, allowing players to meticulously sort their belongings without the looming threat of an unexpected demise – a small but significant quality-of-life improvement.
This surge of activity, from a brand-new DLC to ongoing support for the original, solidifies Hollow Knight's legacy and ensures that the Metroidvania world crafted by Team Cherry will continue to captivate players for years to come. The anticipation for Sea of Sorrow is palpable, and the promise of new depths to explore is an irresistible call to adventure for the game's dedicated community.
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