The highly anticipated metroidvania, Hollow Knight: Silksong, from Team Cherry, has finally launched, generating significant buzz across the internet. For those eager to dive into the adventure and potentially save some money, there are early discount opportunities available. Specifically, subscribers to Humble Choice can acquire the Steam version of the game at a 15% discount, reducing its price from $20 to $17. This offer also includes access to additional free games. While Humble`s stock of keys is currently depleted, more are expected to become available soon.
This special pricing on Silksong is part of the benefits offered to Humble Choice members, whose monthly subscription costs $15. Beyond the discount, membership includes a selection of new PC games each month and access to the `Humble Vault,` a constantly updated library of titles. A key advantage of this membership is that any PC games you claim become permanently yours, even if you choose to cancel your subscription later. This month`s offerings are particularly strong, featuring titles such as WWE 2K25, Destiny 2: Legacy Collection, The Plucky Squire, and Return to Monkey Island, among others.
For those who purchased Silksong via Humble but missed out on a Steam key due to stock issues, Humble is providing DRM-free keys as an alternative. Players can also acquire a DRM-free version of Silksong directly from GOG for its standard price of $20. A significant advantage of DRM-free games is that their license is permanent, and they do not require a specific launcher to play. This flexibility makes them ideal for mobile gaming PCs, such as the Asus ROG Ally, allowing uninterrupted gameplay even in areas without internet access.
Despite its release, some players may experience delays in accessing Hollow Knight: Silksong due to technical difficulties across several digital storefronts. Platforms like Steam, the Nintendo eShop, PlayStation Network, and Xbox are reportedly struggling to handle the immense influx of eager players. On Steam, for instance, the game quickly surpassed 100,000 concurrent players within the first hour of launch. Should the Nintendo eShop remain inaccessible, digital keys for Silksong on Switch are also available for purchase through Amazon.