Silksong’s Shakra voice actor says Team Cherry would echo players: if something feels really hard, “maybe that’s a sign” to explore more

Allen described his experience as “tough” and suggested that when a challenge stalls you, it can help to step away — explore other areas and return later with new upgrades or strategies.

Koopowitz said that advice reflected what one of the creators told her: if you hit a wall, it may be a cue to explore the sprawling map for upgrades, tools or allies that can shift the balance of a fight.

She didn’t name which Team Cherry member offered that perspective, but did note she worked closely with co-founders Ari Gibson and William Pellen throughout the recording process.

Since launch, many players have echoed that approach. Beyond stacking health and damage upgrades, simply searching the world for the right tool or an NPC companion can transform an encounter that once felt impossible.

Koopowitz encouraged players not to be put off by the game’s reputation: while Silksong is challenging, the difficulty comes in steps — and many obstacles can be overcome by exploring and preparing.

I haven’t tried Silksong myself, but that strategy mirrors the approach I use in punishing games like Dark Souls: step back, explore, return stronger. Of course, you can also grind your way through by sheer persistence — banging your head against a boss until you finally break through is a perfectly valid (if stressful) method.

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