Silksong Multiplayer: Early mods Let You Explore Pharloom with a Friend
The wait for Hollow Knight: silksong continues,but resourceful modders aren’t letting that stop the fun. Two promising multiplayer mods have already emerged, offering a glimpse of cooperative (and potentially competitive) gameplay within the highly anticipated Metroidvania. Let’s break down what you need to know about these early access experiences.
The Current State of Silksong Co-op
Both SilklessCoop by Nek5 and Silksong Steam multiplayer mod from 233xvx233 aim to achieve the same core goal: allowing you and a friend to explore the world of Silksong together. Currently, both mods successfully enable players to load into the same game instance and visually see each other. However, fully functional co-op, especially tackling bosses as a team, remains a work in progress.
Here’s a quick comparison:
silklesscoop: A nod to a popular Elden Ring mod, this option requires a bit more technical setup.
Silksong Steam multiplayer Mod: Designed for those with an official Steam copy of Silksong, it offers a potentially simpler, though still somewhat involved, setup process.
Watch the mods in action:
SilklessCoop Gameplay
https://github.com/nek5s/echoserver).
Difficulty: Setting up the server can be challenging, even with the provided instructions.If you’re new to modding, proceed with caution or seek assistance from the community.
Known Issues: Disconnecting can leave behind static “duplicates” of your Hornet, and some attack animations may appear glitchy.
Future Plans: The developer aims to improve synchronization, add an on-screen indicator for when you and your partner stray too far apart, and potentially host public servers (though funding remains a concern).
Silksong Steam Multiplayer Mod:
Requires: A Steam copy of Silksong and some manual game file manipulation. BepInEx is mentioned,but the instructions are less detailed.
difficulty: The setup process is currently described as brief and vague.
Known Issues: Information is limited,but expect similar early-access quirks to SilklessCoop.
What Does This Mean for Silksong fans?
These early mods are a testament to the dedication of the Hollow Knight modding community. While not a polished experience,they offer a tantalizing preview of what cooperative Silksong gameplay could look like.
It’s also worth noting that the team behind HKMP – the popular multiplayer mod for the original Hollow Knight – may be working on a more robust co-op solution for Silksong.
For now, these initial mods provide a fun, albeit imperfect, way to experience Silksong with a friend.
Resources:
SilklessCoop: [https://www.nexusmods.com/hollowknightsilksong/mods/73](
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