After years of anticipation, Hollow Knight: Silksong has finally landed on consoles and PC, instantly claiming its spot as one of the most significant indie releases of 2025. 
Team Cherry, the small studio behind this massive success, wasted no time after launch – the first patch has already arrived, signaling their dedication to fine-tuning the player experience.
The update, scheduled to roll out widely by mid-next week but already accessible via the public beta branch on Steam and GOG, focuses on two main areas: stability and early-game balance. Bug fixes range from progression blockers that prevented some players from advancing, to late-game glitches that locked away content. While these technical corrections are essential, it’s the gameplay tweaks that will likely have the most immediate impact for newcomers.
The patch notes highlight adjustments to the game’s opening bosses, Moorwing and Sister Splinter. Their difficulty has been slightly reduced, an acknowledgment from Team Cherry that the punishing challenge curve of Silksong might overwhelm first-time players. Enemies like the Sandcarvers have had their damage output toned down, while key economic systems also saw rebalancing. Bellway and Bell Bench prices in the mid-game have been lowered, making progression a little smoother, and players can now expect increased rosary rewards – both from relics and psalm cylinders, as well as from courier deliveries.
This recalibration doesn’t mean Silksong has abandoned its hardcore DNA. On the contrary, these are subtle tweaks that aim to preserve the soul of the game while giving players just enough breathing room to grasp its mechanics without constant frustration. For veterans of tough side-scrolling titles, this may feel like a nod to accessibility rather than compromise. One could compare it to classics such as Metal Slug or Ghouls ‘n Ghosts – notoriously difficult but beloved for rewarding persistence.
The numbers speak volumes: within just five days of release, Hollow Knight: Silksong has surpassed 5 million players worldwide. That milestone alone cements it as a top contender for Game of the Year and a cultural moment for the indie scene. And for players who still crave a sharper edge, the modding community is already stepping up, offering creative ways to reintroduce challenges without undermining the official balance changes.
Team Cherry’s first patch sets the tone for the future of Silksong. It’s a message to fans: the journey has only just begun, and the developers are listening closely to the community as they refine their most ambitious project yet.