Hollow Knight: Silksong overshadows Little Witch in the Woods launch

The indie gaming world is gearing up for one of 2025's most anticipated releases: Hollow Knight: Silksong , confirmed by Team Cherry for September 4th. Its arrival has created a domino effect across the indie industry, causing changes to the release schedules of other titles.

Among them is Little Witch in the Woods , Sunny Side Up's cozy game that combines Stardew Valley-style gameplay with the magic and adventures of a witch's apprentice. Version 1.0 was originally scheduled to launch on the same day as Silksong, but the developers decided to postpone it to September 15 to ensure its audience wouldn't be overshadowed.

In an official statement, Sunny Side Up explained that Silksong is a game they deeply admire, and that releasing Little Witch in the Woods on the same day could disappoint their audience and impact the team. This extra time will allow them to improve the full version of the game and offer a more polished experience.

Since its early access on Steam , Little Witch in the Woods has achieved a 91% positive review rating thanks to over 3,000 users. Players enjoy exploring a magical world, brewing potions, making friends, and learning witchcraft to become a fully-fledged witch.

Silksong's impact isn't limited to Little Witch in the Woods. Other titles have also adjusted their release dates to avoid coinciding with the highly anticipated metroidvania:

• Aeterna Lucis – Rescheduled for 2026.
• CloverPit : Now September 26th.
• Demonschool : Delayed to November 19th.
• Baby Steps : new premiere September 23.

These decisions reflect how a single game can alter the marketing and release strategies of an entire indie industry, cementing Silksong as a long-awaited phenomenon that redefines release planning.

Despite the delay, Little Witch in the Woods remains attractive to players looking for cozy, relaxed experiences . Its world filled with witchcraft, collectibles, and exploration invites leisurely adventures, whether solo or sharing theories and discoveries with friends.

Version 1.0 promises graphical improvements, performance optimizations, and additional content that will make the most of the time saved by the delay. Fans of cozy experiences will be able to immerse themselves in a world that combines magic, exploration, and a slow pace, very different from the intensity of Silksong.