After years of anticipation, Hollow Knight: Silksong finally made its debut this week — and the overwhelming excitement was enough to break the internet, or at least major gaming storefronts. Within hours of launch, Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo’s eShop experienced widespread outages as millions of fans rushed to download the long-awaited sequel.

A Long-Awaited Indie Sequel Creates Unprecedented Demand

Developed by Team Cherry, Silksong has been one of the most anticipated indie games in recent memory. First announced in 2019, the game has been surrounded by years of speculation, leaks, and mounting hype. The official release triggered a flood of pre-orders and day-one downloads, with simultaneous demand pushing storefront servers beyond capacity.

Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Servers Buckle

According to player reports and outage trackers, Steam briefly crashed in several regions, leaving players unable to complete purchases or launch the game. Sony’s PlayStation Store also faced temporary payment errors, while Xbox’s digital marketplace displayed service interruptions. Nintendo Switch owners struggled with download failures on the eShop as servers throttled under heavy traffic.

Team Cherry Responds to Launch Hiccups

In a statement, Team Cherry acknowledged the unexpected technical issues but reassured fans that platform holders quickly stabilized their servers. The studio expressed gratitude for the “unbelievable support” and emphasized that patches and backend fixes were underway to ensure smooth access for latecomers.

Early Reception: Fans Call It Worth the Wait

Despite the launch chaos, early reviews and community reactions have been overwhelmingly positive. Players praise the expanded world design, new combat mechanics, and orchestral soundtrack. Many are already calling Silksong a worthy successor to the original Hollow Knight, which remains a modern indie classic.

Silksong Poised to Break Sales Records

Analysts predict that Silksong could set new benchmarks for indie game sales, given its global hype and multiplatform launch. With launch-day excitement already making headlines, the game is expected to dominate charts across all platforms in the coming weeks.