Team Cherry Announces Hollow Knight: Voidheart Edition Current-Gen Release: Free Upgrade & Platforms

Release Date	February 6, 2026
Platforms	Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Developer	Team Cherry
Price	Free Upgrade for existing owners (PS4/Xbox/Switch)

Hallownest Gets a Current-Gen Facelift

Team Cherry just pulled a "shadow drop" for the ages. After years of silence and a leaked Trophy list that sent the community into a frenzy yesterday, Hollow Knight: Voidheart Edition has officially landed on current-gen hardware. We’re not just talking about a simple port here; the PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and the brand-new Nintendo Switch 2 versions are live right now. While we're all still white-knuckling it for Silksong news, this surprise update breathes fresh life into one of the greatest Metroidvanias ever made. This isn't just a basic upscale—the developer has integrated "additional effects" and performance bumps that make the descent into Hallownest feel smoother than ever.

Technical Specs & Performance

The jump to PS5 and Xbox Series X|S brings the technical suite we’ve been asking for. According to Team Cherry, players can expect:

• Higher Frame-Rates: Essential for the frame-perfect platforming in the White Palace and late-game boss rushes.
• Native Resolution Boost: The hand-drawn art style looks incredibly crisp on 4K displays.
• Additional Effects: Enhanced lighting and environmental details that add extra grit to the Forgotten Crossroads.
• Universal Refinements: Even if you aren't jumping to a new console, Team Cherry confirmed "additional updates and refinements across all platforms," meaning the legacy versions just got a QoL boost too.

Pro-Consumer Mastery: The Free Upgrade

In an era where "remasters" often come with a $10 or $70 price tag, Team Cherry is keeping it classy. If you own the PS4, Xbox One, or original Switch version, the jump to the current-gen edition is entirely free. We believe this sets the gold standard for how legacy titles should transition to new hardware. The PS5 version features a Trophy list identical to the PS4 original, though veteran hunters will notice some updated artwork on individual Trophies to celebrate the new hardware.

Our Take: Is it Worth a Replay?

If you’ve been looking for an excuse to go back and finish the Pantheon of Hallownest, this is it. The combination of higher frame-rates and the Switch 2’s increased horsepower means the "jank" of the previous generation is gone. We’ve seen ports like this miss the mark before, but Team Cherry’s commitment to "all platforms" refinements shows they aren't just chasing a quick buck—they’re polishing their masterpiece. Whether you're a newcomer or a Godhome veteran, the current-gen Voidheart Edition is the definitive way to play. Now, about that Silksong release date...