Team Cherry Reflects on the Journey of Hollow Knight: Silksong
In a recent conversation with Bloomberg, Team Cherry, the Australian development studio behind the beloved indie title Hollow Knight, shared insights into the prolonged development of its highly anticipated sequel, Hollow Knight: Silksong. Co-founder Ari Gibson emphasized that the extended timeline has been anything but a struggle; rather, it has been a period filled with creativity and enjoyment.
“We’ve been having fun,” Gibson stated, highlighting the studio’s commitment to crafting a game that resonates with their artistic vision. “This whole thing is just a vehicle for our creativity anyway. It’s nice to make fun things.” His remarks paint a picture of a passionate team dedicated to their craft, rather than one bogged down by the pressures of the gaming industry.
Addressing concerns about the development process, Gibson reassured fans that there were no significant roadblocks along the way. “It was never stuck or anything. It was always progressing. It’s just the case that we’re a small team, and games take a lot of time. There wasn’t any big controversial moment behind it,” he explained.
The original Hollow Knight has seen remarkable success since its release, with sales skyrocketing from 2.8 million copies in 2019 to an impressive 15 million units today. This success has fostered a dedicated fanbase, characterized by its unique blend of enthusiasm and humor, often engaging in lighthearted banter that remains refreshingly non-toxic.
“We felt like continued updates were just going to sour people on the whole thing,” Gibson noted, reflecting on the studio’s decision to maintain a low profile during the development of Silksong. “Because all we could really say is, ‘We’re still working on it.’” This strategy seems to have paid off, allowing anticipation to build while the team focused on delivering a polished product.
With the announcement of a launch date set for September 4th, fans can finally look forward to experiencing the fruits of Team Cherry’s labor. The journey, marked by creativity and passion, is about to culminate in what promises to be another enchanting chapter in the Hollow Knight saga.
