Hollow Knight: Silksong Archives

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June 12, 2025

Summer Game Fest no-shows: 9 big games that were absent from 2025’s showcases

Fable was absent from the Summer Game Fest, leaving fans concerned about its progress. Everwild, announced in 2019, remains mysterious with rumors of a complete overhaul. Details about Blade are scarce, raising questions about its future. Kingdom Hearts 4 has been quiet since its announcement, with only scattered screenshots available. Marathon's absence from the showcase raises concerns about its development and market readiness. The Splinter Cell Remake has shifted focus to a TV adaptation, with development setbacks causing frustration among fans. Beyond Good & Evil 2 has the longest development time in gaming history, with ongoing uncertainty about its release. Hollow Knight: Silksong has experienced delays, with fans awaiting more substantial updates despite a brief gameplay glimpse.

Winsage

June 10, 2025

Xbox’s new handheld is a surprisingly comfortable way to play Gears

The Xbox Ally X is a new handheld gaming device developed in collaboration with Asus, positioned as an alternative to the Steam Deck and the upcoming Switch 2. It includes the ROG Xbox Ally and the Xbox Ally X. The device is noted for its comfort, with hand grips designed to resemble an Xbox controller, making it more enjoyable to hold compared to the Steam Deck. During a demonstration, gameplay with Gears of War: Reloaded was smooth, and the ergonomic design of the Ally X potentially improved performance. The device's weight is comparable to the Steam Deck, and it offers a significant difference in comfort during extended play sessions. The user interface and navigation between Xbox and Steam games remain unexplored, but the device's comfort and portability suggest it could be a favored option for on-the-go gaming.

Winsage

June 9, 2025

ROG Xbox Ally handheld gaming devices are real and will be released during the 2025 holiday season

Microsoft unveiled its collaboration with ASUS’ ROG division, introducing the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X handheld gaming devices. Pricing details have not been disclosed, but they are expected to be similar to current ROG Ally systems, with the ROG Ally X potentially reaching up to 0. The devices will launch this holiday season in countries including Australia, Canada, Japan, and the United States. All games showcased will be playable on the Xbox Ally, although it is unclear if all titles will run natively. Users can play games from various platforms, including Battle.net, Steam, GOG, and Ubisoft Connect, with integration of Game Pass and Xbox Play Anywhere. The handhelds feature a full-screen Xbox user interface and include accessibility features from Xbox consoles and PCs. Both models run on Windows 11, with the Xbox Ally equipped with an AMD Ryzen Z2 A Processor, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of SSD storage, while the Xbox Ally X has an AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme processor, 24GB of RAM, and 1TB of storage. They share a seven-inch 1080p display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 500 nits of brightness, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. The Xbox Ally weighs 670g and the Xbox Ally X weighs 715g, with dimensions of 290.8 x 121.5 x 50.7mm. Both support video output through two USB-C ports, with the Xbox Ally X featuring a ThunderBolt 4 compatible port.

AppWizard

February 28, 2025

Monster Hunter Wilds live launch coverage: Server status, hunting tips, and all the latest release day news

Monster Hunter Wilds has maintained its position among the top 100 bestselling titles on Steam for 12 weeks and is currently the most wishlisted game on the platform. The game is set to unlock on Steam shortly, with players preparing for its release. There are already 26 mods available for Monster Hunter Wilds on Nexus, indicating early interest from modders. Daisy Ridley has narrated an overview of the Monster Hunter series. A performance analysis suggests that while the game is less taxing on CPUs than its predecessor, upscaling is recommended for mid-range hardware. The first major update for Monster Hunter Wilds is scheduled for early April, introducing harder monsters. Nvidia has released a new Game Ready driver for optimal performance. Initial reviews praise the game's combat mechanics while noting a streamlined gameplay experience.

AppWizard

December 25, 2024

If 2024 proves anything, it’s that mainstream success hasn’t made PC gaming any less weird—and thank God for that

PC gaming has transitioned from a niche hobby to a significant competitor against consoles, highlighted by the success of titles like Baldur's Gate 3. The Steam wishlist charts showcase a diverse range of games, including janky survival games, indie debuts, and obscure titles that gain unexpected popularity. Notable games this year include a survival game with 25 million players, a poker roguelike, and Stalker 2. Discussions around Game of the Year awards featured unconventional games, reflecting the eclectic nature of PC gaming. Despite the rise of console-first releases on PC, the platform continues to embrace a variety of genres and interests, maintaining its unique identity and charm.

AppWizard

November 15, 2024

Here are the nominees for PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted

The PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted will be broadcast on December 5 at 12 pm PST / 8 pm GMT across platforms like Twitch and YouTube. The show will feature a countdown of the 25 Most Wanted games, selected by a panel called The Council, which includes game developers and content creators. The selection process begins with a long list of over 100 unreleased games, narrowed down based on criteria such as game profile, premise, and creative direction. Only games set to release before January 1, 2025, or currently in Early Access are eligible. The final list is determined through a voting process using a 1-5 scale, factoring in Release Certainty and total votes. The nominees for the Most Wanted 2024 include titles such as Path of Exile 2, Deltarune, Vampire: the Masquerade - Bloodlines 2, and Grand Theft Auto 6, among others.

AppWizard

October 8, 2024

In the wake of some of the year’s biggest releases, the balance of power on the Steam top wishlists charts has shifted

Recent months have seen the release of highly anticipated games such as Black Myth: Wukong, Frostpunk 2, and Space Marine 2, which were previously among the top 100 most wishlisted games on Steam. The current top ten games are: 1. Monster Hunter Wilds 2. Deadlock 3. Hollow Knight: Silksong 4. STALKER 2: Heart of Chernobyl 5. Delta Force 6. Marvel Rivals 7. Sid Meier's Civilization VII 8. ARK 2 9. Arena Breakout: Infinite 10. Light No Fire Monster Hunter has transitioned from a niche interest to a mainstream phenomenon, while Deadlock has gained popularity despite its low profile. Hollow Knight: Silksong remains highly anticipated, with concerns about its development status. The top ten list reflects a variety of genres and player interests.

AppWizard

August 20, 2024

Black Myth: Wukong hits 1.4m concurrent players

Black Myth: Wukong debuted on Steam with 1.4 million concurrent players, peaking at 1,443,570 users shortly after its launch on August 20th. It currently has 1,405,420 concurrent players, making it the highest concurrent user figure on Steam at this moment. The game is the fourth highest peak player figure ever recorded on Steam. Before its release, it had the most wishlists on Steam, which has since shifted to Hollow Knight: Silksong. Black Myth: Wukong also topped pre-orders on Steam last week.

AppWizard

July 22, 2024

Hollow Knight: Silksong is taking so long to come out, it’s already been remade in Minecraft

Silksong's 2019 E3 demo has been recreated in Minecraft by YouTuber Primacon and map maker Clouser. The demo includes the areas Deep Docks and Moss Grotto with boss fights named Lace and Mossmother. Players can choose to play as either the Knight or Hornet, with multiplayer functionality available. The demo was released yesterday and provides insight into the challenges of game development.

AppWizard

June 11, 2024

It’s been 729 days since the last appearance of Silksong, and the Hollow Knight fans are in a bad way

- Hollow Knight: Silksong has not made an appearance since the 2022 Xbox & Bethesda showcase - Fans have been waiting for Silksong since it was revealed in 2019 - Team Cherry has acknowledged that Silksong has slipped out of the release window marked out in the 2022 showcase - Fans are resorting to tracking Team Cherry's Kickstarter account for any signs of information about Silksong