Do you need PSN account to play Hollow Knight Silksong?

You must have a PSN account to play Hollow Knight Silksong on PlayStation consoles (either PS4 or PS5). You will need the account to purchase the title from the PlayStation Store. Setting up an account is free, and you don’t need a paid PS Plus subscription because Team Cherry's latest release is a single-player game.

However, if you plan to play Hollow Knight Silksong on Xbox (including Game Pass), Nintendo Switch, or Steam, you don’t need a PSN account at all.

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How to create a PSN account to play Hollow Knight Silksong

Head over to the website and create the account (Image via PlayStation)

For PlayStation players who want to buy Hollow Knight Silksong, here’s how to get your PSN account ready if you don’t already have one.

On a web browser:

1. Head to Account Management and choose Create New Account.
2. Enter your details and preferences, then continue through the prompts.
3. Verify your email using the link sent to your inbox.

On PS5:

1. From the home screen, select your profile picture.
2. Go to Switch User > Add User > Get Started.
3. Pick Create an Account on the sign-in screen and fill in the information.
4. Verify your email address.

On PS4:

1. Hold the PS button, open the quick menu, then choose Power > Switch User > New User > Create a User.
2. Follow the prompts and complete the registration.
3. Finish by verifying your email.

The account can be used across both PS4 and PS5, meaning your trophies, friends list, and even PlayStation Plus (if you subscribe later) will carry over between consoles.

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Buying Hollow Knight Silksong on different platforms

PS store (Image via PlayStation)

Hollow Knight Silksong is available digitally on:

• PlayStation Store (PS5/PS4)
• Xbox Store (Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One)
• Nintendo eShop (Switch and Switch 2)
• Steam

It’s also important to mention that even with its lengthy development time, Team Cherry ensured older consoles would not be neglected. The title is available on both current and previous-gen systems. The only platform missing is the Wii U, which was initially promised during its Kickstarter but will not be released.

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How much does Hollow Knight Silksong cost?

In a time where new games often push prices to $70 or even $80, Silksong is holding steady at $19.99. For Xbox Game Pass subscribers, it’s even better, as the game has been available on the service from day one, meaning no extra cost at all.

The only version you won’t be able to play right away is the physical edition. That’s expected later, with reports suggesting a 2026 release window for boxed copies.

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