Hollow Knight Sequel Silksong Crashes Game Stores Amid $20 Price Frenzy

Hollow Knight Sequel Silksong Crashes Game Stores Amid Price Controversy A highly anticipated sequel to the critically acclaimed indie hit Hollow Knight has sent shockwaves through the gaming industry, causing widespread outages on major storefronts. According to reports from The Guardian, Steam and other prominent platforms, including Nintendo's eShop, PlayStation Store, and Microsoft Store, were unable to cope with the demand for Hollow Knight: Silksong. The game's release triggered a "bug-tastic" phenomenon, displacing all but two games on Steam's list of most-played titles. Within 30 minutes of going live, Steam reported over 100,000 active players, indicating that many had managed to secure their copies despite technical hiccups. Error messages persisted for almost three hours after the launch, frustrating thousands of users attempting to purchase the game. Industry insiders attribute the chaos to a $20 price point, which some competitors deemed too low. "The price was a major factor in the demand surge," said an anonymous source close to the development team. "We knew it would be popular, but we didn't anticipate this level of interest." Hollow Knight: Silksong is the long-awaited sequel to the 2017 indie hit Hollow Knight, which sold over 15 million copies worldwide. The original game's success was largely due to its challenging gameplay and atmospheric world design. The controversy surrounding Silksong's price has sparked debate among gamers and developers alike. "It's not just about the price; it's about the value proposition," said industry analyst, Michael Pachter. "If a game is going to sell for $20, it needs to offer something unique and substantial." At least seven other new games have delayed their launch in the past two weeks to avoid clashing with Silksong's release. The game's developer, Team Cherry, has yet to comment on the situation. As of now, Steam reports that the issue has been resolved, and users can purchase Silksong without incident. However, the controversy surrounding the game's price is unlikely to subside anytime soon. *Reporting by Games.*