Hollow Knight: Silksong Launch Crashes Steam, eShop, and Xbox Store

It’s finally here! After six long years of waiting, *Hollow Knight: Silksong* has officially launched, and fans, as expected, have gone absolutely wild. The anticipation for this highly-anticipated sequel was at a fever pitch, and players wasted no time in swarming digital storefronts to get their hands on it.

However, it seems their collective enthusiasm might have been a little *too* much. Reports are pouring in that the sheer volume of players attempting to purchase *Silksong* simultaneously has led to significant outages across major gaming platforms. Steam, the Nintendo eShop, and even the Xbox Store are all experiencing widespread issues, with many users unable to access or complete purchases.

According to various social media users and data from services like DownDetector, there was a massive, undeniable spike in outage reports for all three platforms, coinciding almost perfectly with *Silksong*’s release. While it *could* be a coincidence, let’s be real – it’s almost certainly not. This is a game that has been on everyone’s radar for years, universally considered one of the hottest releases in recent memory.

So, if you’re struggling to log in or buy your copy, you’re definitely not alone. It’s a powerful testament to the immense dedication and excitement of the *Hollow Knight* fanbase. While it’s undoubtedly frustrating for those still waiting, it’s also a pretty epic way to kick off a launch.

For those lucky few who managed to grab their copy before the digital gates came crashing down – congratulations! Enjoy the adventure. For the rest of us, it looks like we’ll just have to wait patiently for the dust (and the servers) to settle.

This is still a developing situation, so keep an eye out for updates as the platforms work to restore service.