
Hollow Knight Surpasses Previous Peak Player Count Following Silksong Launch
The original Hollow Knight has broken its all-time concurrent player record on Steam thanks to the excitement surrounding its sequel, Silksong.
The beloved game Hollow Knight has seen a significant surge in its player count on Steam, achieving a new peak following the release of its much-anticipated sequel, Silksong. This recent increase in players has brought the game’s concurrent player count to an impressive 92,866, marking its highest figure to date.
Originally launched in 2017, Hollow Knight is recognized as one of the best Metroidvania titles, garnering critical acclaim and commercial success, having sold over 15 million copies. Its sequel, Silksong, launched only a few days ago, has reignited interest in the original game.
According to SteamDB, Hollow Knight has achieved unprecedented popularity, with player counts reaching new heights not seen before. The original game has consistently benefitted from the hype surrounding Silksong, which currently boasts its own peak player count of 587,150.
As excitement continues to build, many players are returning to explore the depths of Hollow Knight, likely preparing to dive into Silksong.
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