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Subscribe from just £3 Takes you closer to the games, movies and TV you love Try a single issue or save on a subscription Issues delivered straight to your door or device From$12Subscribe now PS5 State of Play Ghost of Yotei Battlefield 6 New Games for 2025 Don't miss these Platforming Games 10 Games like Hollow Knight to play while you wait for Silksong Action Games 8 years on, Hollow Knight is still an extraordinary achievement – but can Silksong live up to the hype? Action Games Hollow Knight Silksong hands-on: 2,379 days after its reveal I finally played the elusive Metroidvania, and it is absolutely worth the wait Action Games 2 hours in, and Hollow Knight Silksong is already making me feel like I'm playing Dark Souls for the first time again Action Games Silksong is one of the most anticipated indie releases ever, but 10 years ago a friend of Team Cherry's couldn't even drum up hype for Hollow Knight's trailer on Reddit: "Oh great, another side scroller indie" Action RPGs Hollow Knight Silksong: Everything we know so far Action Games Hollow Knight Silksong review: "Worth the wait and then some, this isn't just more Hollow Knight but an evolved, spindly beast all its own – even if it's fiddly at times" Platforming Games Hollow Knight: Silksong devs never read YouTube or Reddit comments, but they're aware a community of increasingly desperate Silkposters is out there: "Feels like we’re going to ruin their fun by releasing the game" Action Games "Anything related to Silksong releasing would be the doom of the project," lead on gorgeous Hollow Knight fan game once worried, but after 2 years of work it looks like it will launch this year Action Games Hollow Knight: Silksong is now live, and with no leaks or review codes everyone is playing it for the first time after waiting more than 6 years Platforming Games Team Cherry hoped Silksong could be anyone's "first Hollow Knight game," and one reason it took 7 years is they were "comfortable" not knowing what's gonna happen: "The really interesting things are the things you sort of discover along the way" Adventure Games Hollow Knight: Silksong has now delayed at least 8 indie games in the 5 days since its September release date was announced: "I feel like a little krill trying to not get eaten by a blue whale" Platforming Games Indie Metroidvania marketed as "purple Silksong" and "your next game after Silksong" gets flak for banging the Silksong drum so hard, dev says "I'm sorry but this is how the algorithm works" and it's actually pretty different Action Games Silksong is way harder than Hollow Knight, and my theory is that Team Cherry became evil masterminds without even realizing it Action Games Fans say Team Cherry was wrong and Silksong is actually "noticeably harder" than Hollow Knight, with movement and bosses pummeling you from the Metroidvania's first hour Action Games Now that Silksong is out, we can obsess over this Hollow Knight-flavored Metroidvania that had a huge Kickstarter 4 years ago, and the devs are ramping up the teasers Austin Wood 26 September 2025 Crowsworn still looks very good, and pretty Hollow Knight-y When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Mongoose Rode) If you, too, tore through Hollow Knight: Silksong and immediately walked over to the Metroidvania Machine to give it a swift kick and a demand for more, I've got good news. Our list of the best Metroidvania games is right there – we're still debating where to put Silksong on the list in the next big update – and a new, distinctly Hollow Knight-esque search-action platformer looks to be on the not-too-distant horizon. Crowsworn, from developer Mongoose Rodeo, was revealed all the way back in 2021. Like the original Hollow Knight, it had a hugely successful Kickstarter campaign. The pitch was electrifying, and the trailer – packed with stylish overcoats, fast combos, and thickly layered art – was very promising. "Explore a grim fantasy world inhabited by men and monsters alike in this action-packed Metroidvania inspired by Hollow Knight, Bloodborne, and Devil May Cry!" Mongoose Rodeo said. You may like 10 Games like Hollow Knight to play while you wait for Silksong 8 years on, Hollow Knight is still an extraordinary achievement – but can Silksong live up to the hype? Hollow Knight Silksong hands-on: 2,379 days after its reveal I finally played the elusive Metroidvania, and it is absolutely worth the wait Crowsworn Trailer - Kickstarter Anniversary 2 - YouTube Fast forward to today and not only does Crowsworn have a full-fat Steam page, but Mongoose Rodeo is also more regularly posting tease art across various channels. Last week, we got a snippet of our cloaked hero slashing at a swinging axe in a lush, amber cathedral. Crowsworn continues to look good in motion and in screenshots, and the details added to its Steam page have cemented my long-smoldering interest. Mongoose Rodeo promises over 120 unique enemies, 30 boss battles, and a story "delivered in souls-like fashion," which is music to my ears with my brain still in Silksong mode. All we need now is a release date, as the Kickstarter's "estimated delivery" date of December 2023 has very much come and gone. For now, only a PC version has been confirmed. Silksong player reviews are several points and a whole Steam tier below Hollow Knight, and I don't know if it's the brutal difficulty or if the first game is just that good. Sign up to the GamesRadar+ Newsletter Weekly digests, tales from the communities you love, and more Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. See more PC Gaming News Austin Wood Social Links Navigation Senior writer Austin has been a game journalist for 12 years, having freelanced for the likes of PC Gamer, Eurogamer, IGN, Sports Illustrated, and more while finishing his journalism degree. He's been with GamesRadar+ since 2019. 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Hollow Knight Silksong hands-on: 2,379 days after its reveal I finally played the elusive Metroidvania, and it is absolutely worth the wait 2 hours in, and Hollow Knight Silksong is already making me feel like I'm playing Dark Souls for the first time again Silksong is one of the most anticipated indie releases ever, but 10 years ago a friend of Team Cherry's couldn't even drum up hype for Hollow Knight's trailer on Reddit: "Oh great, another side scroller indie" Hollow Knight Silksong: Everything we know so far Latest in Action Games GTA 5 Michael actor says his challenge for GTA 6, "it might even be a mission," will be to "try to find a small ass," because "all the asses I've seen in that game so far are huge" Silksong player reviews are several points and a whole Steam tier below Hollow Knight, and I don't know if it's the brutal difficulty or if the first game is just that good Not even Dying Light: The Beast's game director knows how many Easter eggs there are, and you haven't found all of them yet All Silksong Mask Shard locations Hollow Knight Silksong speedrunner becomes the first person in the world to smash through the enormous metroidvania in less than an hour and they're already planning a faster route Manor Lords publisher sets October release date for its next game, a retro roguelite city builder with Vampire Survivors-style bullet hell action Latest in News Now that Silksong is out, we can obsess over this Hollow Knight-flavored Metroidvania that had a huge Kickstarter 4 years ago, and the devs are ramping up the teasers Peacemaker star Frank Grillo was almost cast as Joey in Friends before he even began his acting career: "They called me back…and then they called me back again" EA reportedly nearing $50 billion deal to go private with money from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment fund and a private equity firm, which would "likely be the largest leveraged buyout of all time" I hope you like crossovers, MTG fans, because Hobbit, Star Trek, and Marvel Super Heroes sets are on the way The Way of Water re-release will include three exclusive new looks at Avatar: Fire and Ash, but there's a catch Pokemon Legends: Z-A's weirdest but best marketing stunt yet sees real wrestlers, cosplaying as Pokemon, duking it out while Pikachu and Eevee cheer on the violence in the background GAME REVIEWS MOVIE REVIEWS Ghost of Yotei review: "One of the first PS5 games to feel truly boundary-pushing, this hyper violent samurai revenge quest truly hooked me" Hades 2 review: "Impeccable combat and flawless characterization across a huge roster make for a follow-up that surpasses even its excellent roguelike predecessor" EA FC 26 review: "Ultimate Team's huge, divisive changes have me torn – FIFA's successor has moved away from serving football purists" Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles review: "Fantastic tweaks elevate a classic while leaving its spirit intact – this seminal tactical RPG has never been better" Baby Steps review: "If you craved a tougher hiking challenge than Death Stranding, this is for you – though prepare to get dropped from many great heights" One Battle After Another review: "One of the best studio movies in years and an instant classic" The Conjuring: Last Rites review: "Not bold or memorable enough for the Warrens' final chapter" Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle review: "Roars past Mugen Train as Demon Slayer's best adventure yet" The Long Walk review: "One of the best Stephen King adaptations ever made" Frankenstein review: "A classy, if somewhat safe, adaptation" Marvel Zombies review: "A fun expansion of the What If episode with delightful MCU Easter eggs and truly gross R-rated kills" Gen V season 2 review: "As strong as the first season, if not stronger" Wednesday season 2 part 2 review: "Ortega shines, but it's a zombie who steals the entire show" Peacemaker season 2 review: "Darker and sadder than the first year, but there's still a lot of fun to be had with the 11th Street Kids." 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