Hollow Knight fans are once again abuzz with speculation regarding Hollow Knight: Silksong, this time fueled by a cryptic Twitter (X) post and a rather intriguing cake. Read on to uncover the details of this latest online frenzy!
Hollow Knight Fans' Hope for Silksong Reignited: A Twitter Post and a Piece of Cake
The speculation began with a cryptic tweet from William Pellen, one of the game's creators, on January 15th, 2025. His post, "something big is coming. keep your eyes closed tomorrow," hinted at the then-upcoming Switch 2 reveal on January 16th. This naturally sparked the usual Silksong release questions, but Pellen's subsequent actions only intensified the speculation.
On January 16th, 2025, following the Switch 2 announcement and a reveal of an upcoming Direct on April 2nd, Pellen changed his profile picture to a slice of cake. A reverse image search revealed the image originated from a Bon Appetit article featuring a Brooklyn Blackout Cake recipe, published on April 2nd, 2024.
Pellen also commented on the article with "mmmm tasty," prompting dedicated fans to delve into the comments section. Some connected the cake's April 2nd publication date to the upcoming Direct, while others playfully vowed to bake the cake if Silksong news arrived by April 2nd, 2025. One fan even commented, "Loved the silky texture. This goes direct ly in my favourite recipes," cleverly linking the game's title to the Nintendo Direct.
It's important to note that there's no definitive proof Pellen authored the cake-related comments. However, the profile picture change is undeniable, fueling the ongoing debate about whether this was a deliberate hint or simply a coincidence.
Hollow Knight: Silksong's Official Announcement: Five Years of Anticipation
Announced on February 14th, 2019, Hollow Knight: Silksong was initially slated for release on Nintendo Switch, PS5, PS4, PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. The sequel follows Hornet's adventures in a new kingdom.
Following a December 2019 preview of the game's soundtrack (composed by Christopher Larkin), Team Cherry went largely silent for over two years. They broke their silence in February 2022, assuring fans of the game's continued development and promising updates closer to release. A June 2022 trailer during the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase offered new gameplay footage and confirmed the game's inclusion on Game Pass upon launch.
While initially anticipated for release in the first half of 2023, Team Cherry representative Matthew Griffin confirmed a delay in May 2023, citing the game's expanded scope and the desire to deliver the best possible experience.
Over five years since its announcement, the passionate Hollow Knight fanbase remains eager for news, actively scouring forums and social media for any updates. Despite the delay, concrete information on Silksong's progress remains scarce, leaving fans to grapple with speculation and cryptic hints.
