But behind the impressive numbers lies a complex picture: most players may not have purchased the game. Silksong is available on Xbox Game Pass, which increases the overall figure but reduces the number of direct sales. On Xbox, downloads are almost three times higher than on PlayStation, where all downloads are actual purchases.
The situation is different on Steam: here, Silksong performed best, with estimates of over 4 million copies sold, and some analysts suggest even higher figures. This confirms the strength of the PC community, which supported the first Hollow Knight with over 15 million sales over the years.
Silksong reached these figures faster than its predecessor—the effect of a long wait and media buzz benefited the game's visibility. Analysts noted a steady increase in the number of players, but the presence in Game Pass expands the audience but may slow down direct monetization.
Future updates and possible DLC may strengthen the game's position in the market, turning the "hybrid" start between subscription and sales into long-term success.