Team Cherry has turned attention to the next major chapter for Hollow Knight: Silksong, confirming that its first large scale expansion, Sea of Sorrow, is already well into development.
Team Cherry has turned attention to the next major chapter for Hollow Knight: Silksong, confirming that its first large scale expansion, Sea of Sorrow, is already well into development.
Team Cherry has turned attention to the next major chapter for Hollow Knight: Silksong, confirming that its first large scale expansion, Sea of Sorrow, is already well into development. As Silksong approaches the end of its launch year, the studio shared a preview of what players can expect as Hornets journey continues beyond the base game.
Designed as a substantial content update, Sea of Sorrow will expand the world of Silksong with a strong nautical theme and a wide range of new gameplay additions. The expansion is planned as a free release for all players in 2026, reinforcing Team Cherry’s commitment to long term support and community driven development.
• Sea of Sorrow is the first major expansion for Hollow Knight: Silksong
• The expansion introduces new ocean themed areas to explore
• Players can expect new bosses, tools, and additional gameplay mechanics
• The content continues Hornets story beyond the events of the base game
• Sea of Sorrow will be released free for all Hollow Knight: Silksong owners in 2026
Further details on Hollow Knight: Silksong – Sea of Sorrow are expected closer to release. An exact launch date has not yet been confirmed, but the expansion is currently scheduled to arrive in 2026 at no additional cost to existing players.
Learn more about Hollow Knight: Silksong at hollowknightsilksong.com
