**Hollow Knight: Silksong Announces Major Expansion – Sea of Sorrow**

The tranquility of a tinkly piano melody intertwined with the crashing of waves signals an exciting arrival for fans of the beloved metroidvania game, *Hollow Knight*. Team Cherry, the developers behind the original title, have officially announced the first major expansion for *Hollow Knight: Silksong*, titled *Sea of Sorrow*. This expansion is set to launch sometime next year, promising an adventure filled with thematic elements of sorrow and exploration.

### A New Adventure Awaits

The announcement was made via a captivating trailer and a detailed blog post by Team Cherry. The developer noted that *Sea of Sorrow* will be free for all players and will introduce players to new areas, bosses, tools, and additional content, enriching the already immersive world of *Hollow Knight*.

The trailer reveals snippets of the game that hint at the expansion’s nautical theme and somber narrative. Among the visuals are images of fishing hooks, the character Hornet from the update’s key art, and more intriguing elements such as a mysterious object atop a wooden platform, reminiscent of a tomb, and an ornate structure struck by lightning, surrounded by discarded bug wings.

### Speculations and Mysteries

While the teaser elements invite speculation about their significance within the *Hollow Knight* lore, Team Cherry assures fans that more information will be disclosed as the release date approaches. The community eagerly awaits further insights into the narratives and gameplay features that will unfold in this expansion.

### Ongoing Support for Hollow Knight

In conjunction with the upcoming expansion, Team Cherry has also rolled out a beta update for the original *Hollow Knight* on Steam and GOG versions. This update enhances the game’s compatibility with wider aspect ratios (16:10 and 21:9) and adds extra controller support. Additionally, players will experience reduced color banding and an automatic pause feature when accessing the inventory.

However, it’s notable that some issues still persist, particularly for Steam Deck users, where cutscenes may display a ‘test pattern’ due to an incompatible proton version. Team Cherry is actively working on a fix, but a temporary workaround is available through the compatibility settings by selecting a ‘Linux Runtime’ version.

### A Thrilling Year Ahead

The *Sea of Sorrow* expansion promises not just new gameplay elements but an exploration of deeper themes that fans have come to love in the *Hollow Knight* universe. As the release date approaches, players are encouraged to stay tuned for more updates and prepare for an adventure filled with mystery and challenges.

For the latest news and updates, fans can check out the official Team Cherry blog and the *Hollow Knight* community discussions. Prepare to set sail into the depths of *Hollow Knight: Silksong* and its enigmatic new chapter!