Stealthy Indie Title, Hollow Knight: Silksong, Overwhelms Steam, Surpassing Battlefield 6's Record and Even Xbox Game Pass User Base

In the world of video games, the release of a highly anticipated title can cause quite a stir. Such is the case with Hollow Knight: Silksong, the latest offering from independent developer studio Team Cherry.

Launched on September 4, 2022, Silksong has quickly become one of the most talked-about games in the industry. It's no surprise, given its status as one of the most anticipated games for several years.

Upon its release, Silksong briefly crashed the Steam store, such was the demand for the game. And it's easy to see why. After launch, the game had over 500K concurrent players on Steam, surpassing the peak player count of August's Battlefield 6 Open Beta.

The sudden announcement of Silksong's release date two weeks before launch caused a frenzy among its fanbase, and the lack of trailers and pre-release details may have helped its popularity.

Silksong is playable on a wide range of platforms, including PC Game Pass (Xbox on PC) and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (console and PC), with Xbox Play Anywhere supported between Xbox and PC. It's also available on Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, Linux, macOS, and even Nintendo Switch 2.

At a price point of $19.99 across all its platforms, Silksong is an affordable addition to any gamer's library. Interestingly, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, which includes access to Silksong, is currently available for $13.49 at CDKeys, making it an even more attractive proposition.

As for the game itself, Silksong is a 2D platformer that follows the story of Hornet, a character from the original Hollow Knight game. The game has been praised for its challenging gameplay, intricate world design, and beautiful art style.

The author expresses excitement to see how high Hollow Knight: Silksong will skyrocket in popularity. With its indie darling status, it's clear that Silksong is a game that is not to be missed.

In fact, Silksong has already made its mark in gaming history. It's the 18th most-played game in Steam history, a testament to its appeal to players worldwide.

Whether you're a fan of 2D platformers or not, Hollow Knight: Silksong is a game that deserves your attention. So, grab your controller, settle in, and prepare to be swept away into the world of Silksong.