"Silksong Set for Original Switch Release as Planned"

Silksong developer reassures fans that the game will still be coming for Switch 1. Read on to learn more about fans' concerns over the Switch 2 Direct appearance of the game and new images from Nintendo Japan's website.

Silksong Still Coming To Switch 1

Silksong Developer Reaffirms Release For Switch 1

Following Silksong's brief appearance at the Nintendo Direct for Switch 2 on April 2, fans speculated that the game might bypass the current generation and launch directly on the next-gen console. Originally announced in 2019 for PC and Switch 1, Silksong later expanded to include PlayStation and Xbox console releases, as confirmed by developer Team Cherry.

Matthew Griffin, Team Cherry's Marketing and PR Handler, took to Twitter (X) on April 8 to address these concerns. He reassured fans that Silksong is set to release on both the original Switch and the upcoming Switch 2. While specifics on the differences between these versions remain undisclosed, players can anticipate enhanced graphics and performance on the Switch 2 due to its advanced capabilities.

New Silksong Images Revealed

Following the Nintendo Direct for Switch 2, new images of Silksong were showcased on Nintendo Japan's official website. These images, featuring familiar locations, displayed noticeable graphical enhancements compared to their initial reveal in 2019.

Despite the developers' silence on most details, Silksong's appearance during the Switch 2 Direct and the release of new images hint at an impending release date announcement. Recent updates to Silksong's Steam metadata have further fueled fans' anticipation for a launch this year.

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